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Ontario announces shutdown to stop spread of COVID-19
The health and well-being of the residents of Carleton, Ottawa & Ontario is my top priority. Please visit my website for the latest information & updates from the Government of Ontario, as well as information regarding upcoming virtual town hall meetings & public consultations.
Recent updates include: • Government providing grants of up to $20,000 to small businesses impacted by new public health measures; • Safer at Home program provide relief to Ontario families; • Ontario launches historic long-term care staffing plan; • Ontario supports non-profits delivering vital services; and • Ontario building on supports for employers during Covid-19
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As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate,
the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, has imposed a Provincewide Shutdown. Additional restrictions will be put into place and reinforce that Ontarians should stay at home as much as possible to minimize transmission of the virus and prevent hospitals from becoming overwhelmed. The Provincewide Shutdown went into effect Saturday, December 26, 2020, at 12:01 a.m. In response to these exceptional circumstances, the Provincewide Shutdown would put in place time-limited public health and workplace safety measures similar to those in other jurisdictions. It would help stop the trend of high
COVID-19 transmission in communities, preserve health system capacity, safeguard vulnerable populations and those who care for them, and save lives. Measures include, but are not limited to: • Restricting indoor organized public events and social gatherings, except with members of the same household (the people you live with). Individuals who live alone may consider having exclusive close contact with one other household. • Prohibiting in-person shopping in most retail settings - curbside pickup and delivery can continue. Discount and big box retailers selling groceries will be limited to 25 per cent capacity for in-store shopping. Supermarkets, grocery stores and similar stores that primarily sell food, as well as pharmacies, will continue to operate at 50 per cent capacity for in-store shopping. • Restricting indoor access to shopping malls - patrons
may only go to a designated indoor pickup area (by appointment only), essential retail stores that are permitted to be open (e.g. pharmacy, grocery store), or, subject to physical distancing and face covering requirements, to the food court for takeout purchases. Shopping malls may also establish outdoor designated pickup areas. • Prohibiting indoor and outdoor dining. Restaurants, bars and other food or drink establishments will be permitted to operate by take out, drivethrough, and delivery only The health and wellbeing of all Ontarians and the people of Carleton are my top priority. I understand that the lockdown is frustrating, and has caused many upsets in our community. Ottawa has done very well in containing the spread of Covid-19, and I am so very proud of everyone in our community that has done their part to help flatten the curve. Ottawa is a border city, and
it was possible that if Ottawa was excluded from the lockdown, people from other cities, namely Gatineau, would be crossing into Ottawa and potentially bringing with them cases of Covid-19. The risk of interprovincial travel and further spread is a real concern right now as case numbers and hospitalizations remain high in Ontario. While Ottawa has done an incredible job controlling the spread over the last few months, we know how quickly trends can turn. This time of year is no exception, especially as we continue to see people move from region to region. With Quebec shutting down, there was tremendous risk over the holidays of people flooding in across the border if neighbouring regions like Ottawa were to stay open. The Chief Medical Officer has been clear that provincewide action is needed to break these trends. As the Premier stated we will continue to monitor the
data and make adjustments if necessary. The impacts of these time-limited measures will be evaluated throughout the 28 days in Southern Ontario to determine if it is safe to lift any restrictions or if they need to be extended. For more information please visit: https://www.ontario.ca/ page/covid-19-provincewideshutdown OFFICE NOTICE: In an effort to contain the COVID-19 virus, our Constituency Office went virtual on March 16, 2020. Our location will remain closed until further notice. We are still open & working during regular office hours to answer your calls & emails. If you require assistance on any matter, please contact me at any time. It’s why I’m here. Even if it’s not a provincial issue, I’ll make sure to connect you with the proper office. - Goldie Your voice at Queen’s Park
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Epiphany has been observed Jan. 6 since the early 300s
A few days after Christmas Christians celebrate Epiphany or Little Christmas as a holy festival observed on January 6th in many Christian churches. Since the early 300s it’s been a time when we remember the coming of the wise men to see the baby Jesus. We have heard the carol, “We three Kings of Orient are… “, many times over the past month. It’s interesting to look behind the carol and see what the Bible really says about them. First, they were not kings. The Bible says they were Magi – wise men. They were probably priests who’d traveled from Persia,
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and whether they’d ridden camels like the Christmas cards show or come on horseback or in chariots we just don’t know. Second, the Bible never tells us how many wise men there were. Old legends say there were twelve, but wherever you may look today the number usually comes down to three. The main reason for thinking
three is probably because of the gifts mentioned – gold, incense and myrrh – and everyone assumes they each brought something. The important thing though is not who they were, or how many they were, or even what they brought to Jesus but the fact that they were searching for something. They were reaching out beyond themselves and their own backyard for something, someone, to give meaning to life. That is what Jesus still offers through the whole year! Christmas began in the heart of God; it is complete only when it reaches the hearts of people.
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It’s more important than ever to support local businesses
Happy New Year! I hope everyone was able to enjoy their Christmas, as different as it may have been. It’s 2021, though. 2020 is behind us and it feels like this year has a level of brightness that last year failed to yield. We are not quite at the finish line, but things are looking better. We will continue work toward that finish line. With this additional lockdown, it is more important than ever to support small businesses in our neighbourhoods. Let’s be there for them as they have been there for us in recent months by keeping their doors open. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought changes to almost every facet of our lives. Ottawa’s small businesses are experiencing challenging times along with the rest of us, and they need our support. The COVID-19 pandemic is putting a huge strain on local restaurants and small businesses. Please support Ottawa’s diverse and vibrant small business community in any way you can. Order takeout and delivery, shop online with curbside pickup, and purchase gift cards. In addition to supporting
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local business, do not forget to take time for yourself this by staying active this winter. Staying active is about more than just exercise; it’s making time for yourself and your family. Get outside. Stay active. It’s good for your physical and mental health. The City of Ottawa offers many ways to get outside and stay active this winter including outdoor skating, winter trails, sledding hills and snowshoeing. Help Plan Our Future Beyond 2021! The City of Ottawa is seeking your input as we develop a New Official Plan that will guide the physical development of Ottawa until 2046. A draft of the New Official Plan is now available for review and comment at ottawa.ca/newop. On the City’s website you will find a series of short surveys, arranged by theme, to help guide your feed-
back depending on your areas of interest. You are invited to offer feedback on any or all surveys. You can send questions to newop@ottawa.ca. Some of the themes include: • Intensification vs. Regeneration: Moving away from the term intensification, which narrowly describes development based on density, the New Official Plan introduces the term regeneration to better consider how neighbourhoods evolve in terms of housing options, design, tree protection, commercial development, roads and transit, and access to community facilities. Urban boundary ex• pansion: Within the 26-year timeframe of the New Official Plan, Ottawa will need about 195,000 new dwelling units to house more than 400,000 new residents, based on population projections, and we’ll need to add more land to our urban area to accommodate that growth.
• Climate emergency: The New Official Plan will be key to helping Ottawa reduce emissions and prepare for future climate conditions. Policies will encourage opportunities to develop local energy supplies, buildings that require less energy, communities that minimize the need to travel and systems that reduce reliance on personal vehicles. • Affordable housing: With housing challenges affecting more people than ever, the New Official Plan will need to support diverse needs – from emergency shelters to rental apartments to houses – and encourage approaches that produce the kinds of housing most needed in a neighborhood. • Infrastructure: As Ottawa grows, the New Official Plan will ensure there’s enough infrastructure capacity in the right areas and at the right time to accommodate development. • Hubs and corridors: New
area designations in the New Official Plan will consider the context of how people live in and use them, and how they will evolve. Located across the city, hubs are the most densely developed areas of town, linking to other hubs and downtown via rapid transit and corridors. Corridors are more developed than neighbourhood streets nearby, and provide a variety of services, jobs and housing, while feeding into hubs and rapid transit. Greenspace: As an • essential component of liveable neighbourhoods, the New Official Plan will protect and improve public greenspaces and keep them accessible to all urban residents. It also encourages a connected network of natural areas in rural Ottawa to support biodiversity and resiliency to climate change, reduce flood risks, protect drinking water and support the rural economy.
The City will collect feedback on the draft New Official Plan until Wednesday, February 17, incorporating input into an updated version of the draft that will be presented in the spring of 2021 for discussion at a joint meeting of the City’s Planning Committee and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee. After that, City Council will consider the New Official Plan in the fall of 2021 and, once approved, it will go to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for final provincial approval. If you have additional comments, or you require some assistance in completing these, you are always welcome to email newop@ottawa.ca. If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at Scott. Moffatt@ottawa.ca or contact me by phone at 613-580-2491. For information on Ward 21 issues, please visit TeamTwentyOne.ca.
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COVID-19 pandemic has made 2020 an historic year When COVID-19 contaminated our way of life back in March, none of us would have believed we would still be doing battle at the end of the year. At least people worldwide are now being vaccinated – and if all goes as planned, this deadly virus won’t continue to impact our lives as it has done this year. However, COVID-19 will leave its mark. The year 2020 will be historic – known forever as the pandemic year. As your city councillor, I will remember this past year for what the virus cost us, in lives lost, of course, and the lost connections with residents. We were unable to gather together for community events, birthdays, holidays and other special celebrations. No parades or flag waving on Canada Day, no holiday breakfasts or pictures of little ones sitting on Santa’s knee. I vow to
make up for lost time next year, just as soon as it’s safe to do so. 2020 was also a learning year. It proved, without a doubt, that we could work from home. In 2018, when I campaigned for this office, I talked extensively about decentralizing the Capital’s workforce to reduce traffic congestion. I was pushing for community work hubs to encourage federal public servants to work from home. Well, now we know it is possible. We must now push to re-design our bus system to move us around our communities, make shopping, appointments, and visits to see friends and family easier when using public transit. It’s a point I tried to make when I challenged OC Transpo’s decision to maintain fullservice downtown when the buses were empty. Like most of you, my staff and I worked from home most days. It wasn’t
always easy, meetings tended to be longer on zoom, but I am pleased with what we accomplished. Residents who live along River Road will finally get a traffic light at Leitrim Road at a 1.3 million dollar cost. We also succeeded in reducing the speed limit to 60 km/h along the entire length of River Road, eliminating the confusion over various speed limits. We championed the construction of the South Campus of the Ottawa Police Station when others called for the project to be abandoned as too expensive. Work will ramp up soon at the site on Prince of Wales Drive. I am pleased to tell you my push to have quarterly reports on outstanding Auditor General audit recommendations has been adopted. I was dismayed with how much money the taxpayer was losing when
senior management had not implemented AG recommendations in a timely and efficient manner. Ottawa’s new intersection of choice, roundabouts, are getting greater design scrutiny after we called attention to problems with one under construction this spring on Longfields Drive. Two of the lanes had to be widened as a result. Other
issues, such as collisions and speeding at roundabouts that I am now focusing on. All this to say that despite being hampered by a pandemic, this past year was not without progress. After two years into the job, I know more about how challenging it is at City Hall to get things done. It has been a privilege to represent you
around the council table for the past two years, and I am determined to continue to push for our community over the next two. For now, Good riddance 2020 and hello 2021! For a full list of current projects and ones in the planning stage in Gloucester-South Nepean, go to my website carolannemeehan.com.
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The new pandemic-induced pet food economy According to a recent report by Narrative Research, 18 per cent of Canadians say they got a new pet since the start of the pandemic. That means more than 6.8 million pets were adopted since March. That can be added to the more than 16 million cats and dogs Canadians had in 2019, prior to the pandemic. That’s a lot of domestic animals. And feeding domestic animals can cost $20 to $60 a month, which can add up. More than 38 per cent of generation Z members have adopted a pet since March, according to the report. These adoptions were likely due to boredom, wanting companionship and because people have been forced to spend more time at home. So having a new pet makes sense. And the odds are very high these young people will adopt more animals in the future. As a result, the pet economy looks very different than before COVID-19 and, chances are, this change is going to last a while. The pet economy represents tremendous growth potential for the food service industry. Pets are already influencing the market. With lockdowns in effect in many regions of the country, restaurant operators have pivoted and are offering food to be consumed outside their dining areas. Curb-side pickup spots and drive-throughs are in fashion and incredibly busy. Pets can easily accompany humans on their journeys to pick up a coffee, a meal or a snack. And some are treating the pooch along the way. Many restaurants still don’t allow pets in dining areas, for obvious reasons. However, the pandemic has made the market consisting of consumers seeking pet-free space much smaller. Having a menu for pets could also be critical to attracting new consumers in the future. It won’t be for everyone but for outlets with high traffic, accommodating pet owners and their friendly companions can only help. Once we leave this lockdown-heavy period, restaurant operators will have an opportunity to engage with or commit to a pet-linked new market. Helping people prepare food for their pets at home could also be of value – meal kits for pets. New pet owners would get proper information about feeding their pets. The food industry could help existing pet owners improve pet diets and perhaps allow pet owners to save money. During the pandemic, food sector merchants have thought outside the box in serving humans, so there’s certainly room for pets. As we hear about more recalls affecting pet food, such as the recent massive Pedigree recall, quality and food safety will become critical issues for many pet owners. Troy Media – Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agri-food analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University. SERVING MANOTICK AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES IN OSGOODE, RIDEAU AND SOUTH GLOUCESTER
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The Miller gives active seniors an independent life of luxury By Jeff Morris For independent seniors, it’s premium apartment living unlike anything Manotick has ever seen. The Miller, located on Bridge Street in Manotick, features 45 luxury suites from studios to two-bedrooms. Amenities include a spacious dining room, library lounge, beverage bar and multi-purpose room for exercises, parties and other activities. “What we are offering them is a carefree lifestyle,” said Louise Rochman, Executive Director of the Miller. “It’s a beautiful building and the setting is extraordinary. Some of the apartments have a spectacular view.” Rochman is quick to point out that the Miller is not a re-
tirement home. “The building was designed for younger seniors who are more active and maybe looking to downsize,” Rochman said. “It is geared toward independent living. There is also a parking garage for their cars.” Although the Miller is geared toward independent living, dinner is included. The meals are planned by the Miller’s executive chef, and they are what one would expect at a premium lifestyle home. Dinners are served in a large, bright comfortable dining room, perfect for an intimate dinner or a large gathering. There is also a self serve breakfast bar with table service available. There is also a big BBQ for the chef and tenants to use. “For our tenants, it’s nice
to come into an environment where they don’t have to worry about dinner every night,” Rochman said. “They know they are going to get a great meal, and they are not going to be socially isolated.” Activities are also included for tenants. “There is an exercise room, yoga classes, and a library lounge and beverage bar,” Rochman said. “A lot of our activities and areas are designed to bring our tenants together as a community. Sometimes, seniors are living in a big house on their own. This is a place where they will be welcomed and where they will meet new friends.” The suites are bright, airy and spacious with an open concept plan. Most suites offer a private outdoor patio or
balcony. The living and dining area is upscale, and the kitchens are stylish and modern. They include exquisite solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern cabinetry. Tenants began moving into the Miller in September. Rochman said the early feedback has been very positive. “They love it,” she said of the tenants. “They love the feel of the building. They love the ambience. It’s a very social environment. They are making friends and getting to know each other. There is always someone to talk to.” When the COVID-19 restrictions will allow, the Miller will be getting musicians to come in and entertain during dinner or cocktail hours. “We would not be allowed to have singing yet because
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of COVID-19,” Rochman said. “We have a piano and I think the residents would really like it.” The Miller was planning on having an open house to showcase their building to the community. However,
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Reader questions final sentence of Braid’s letter The Editor, On the matter of the death of Abdi-rahman, who was beaten by the Ottawa Police, Mr. Braid’s final sentence states that “The City of Minneapolis has shown us the way
forward.” How so, is a mystery? For in October, Derek Chauvin, the Minneapolis Police Officer found guilty of George Floyd’s murder was eventually released on bail with a bond of $1 million
dollars. Moreover, this month, Minneapolis City Council reduced the Police Department budget and the number of officers on staff to support mental health issues. Sadly, since George Floyd’s death,
Minneapolis has seen soaring crime and violence. Now with fewer police officers, Minneapolis is hardly modelling a way forward! Mary Ann Conlon, Manotick
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has been shown through the donations of food, cash and grocery cards. New volunteers have come forward to assist with the delivery of food to those in our community who are experiencing food insecurity. That generosity has only in-
creased during this Holiday season. We cannot express our thanks with handshakes or hugs. Nor can you see the big smiles on our faces behind our masks. Please accept our sincerest thank you for your ongoing support during 2020. We could
not do this work without your help. Sincerely from, Manotick Outreach/ Manotick Food Cupboard Committee PS. If you are in need of support please call 613-692-6333.
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Willow Wellness is the perfect home for your mind, body and spirit Local wellness centre redefining how virtual is done with two new eight-week programs By Jeff Morris It was a vision that started with a Fire Starter Session. “I was feeling burnout,” said Catie Clapp. “My body started giving up. I was so busy. I had an illness and then surgery. I was asking myself where I wanted to go in life.” Catie, a teacher at South Carleton High School, and her sister Chris, a social worker, had the Fire Starter Session to look inside themselves to see what they really wanted to do. Their passion for health and wellness led them to one of Richmond’s newest and most unique businesses, Willow Wellness. “We wanted a place where people could be seen, heard, and valued,” Catie said. “That’s the biggest piece.” Willow Wellness is located at 5944 Perth Street in Richmond. The Clapp sisters thought it was a perfect location for their dream. “There was nothing here in Richmond like this,” Catie said. “We asked ourselves, what’s stopping us from starting a wellness community here?” Willow has a strong belief in the power of transforming the mind, body and spirit through breath, movement and community. Catie Clapp has spent 20 years as a high school teacher helping youth find their way transitioning into adulthood. After over 300 hours of yoga teacher training, a year of professional life-coaching (ICF, PCC) training and then a year of breath and embodiment/ somatic training, Catie believes everyone has the capacity to heal themselves, given access to tools that we already have within and given a safe space to “do the work”. Catie’s vulnerability, empathy, and understanding of the human experience helps others feel comfortable working through their own stress/tensions to feel more joy and freedom.
Chris Clapp holds a Masters Degree in Social Work and is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW). With over 20 years working in community health with a special focus on mental health and working with lgbtq+ communities, Chris has a passion for de-stigmatizing mental health and providing a safe, non-judgmental space for all people to discover their fulsome selves to heal, grow and thrive. Besides extensive crisis and suicide risk assessment experience, Chris has experience in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Somatic Experiencing, NeuroMeditation and is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor. As well, Chris gets excited about community building and helping teams thrive. As a Certified Master Facilitator in both Core Gift Discovery and Personality Dimensions, Chris supports folks to uncover their unique talents and skills and those of others they work alongside. Operating from an antioppressive, strength-based collaborative lens, Chris fundamentally believes in the healing that comes from the power of raw and real connections. Willow offers a Yoga and Movement Studio with classes to suit all ages and abilities. They are also grateful to collaborate with over 15 Instructors to bring a variety of classes to community members. They offer Covidsafe classes in a small setting and are bringing them virtually to add increased accessibility for those at home. We offer classes that include BreathWork, Yoga Nidra, Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Vinyasa, “Happy Hips” Yoga, Meditation, Nia Dance- and all classes have options for all bodies. They also offer a dynamic team of in-person individualized services including osteopathy, physio-
therapy and social work. They are pleased that their new Osteopathic Manual Practitioner, Brittney Perkins, is a local South Carleton graduate and is offering a vital holistic service that was missing from our community. As well, virtual services are available by their physiotherapist and social worker. Currently, they are seeking an “amazing” registered massage therapist as well as other holistic services. “Most yoga classes in the western world focus on the postures, but that’s just one part of it,” Catie said. “There are seven other limbs to explore, which means going beyond the movement and moving further inside”. Willow has a pair of eight-week programs that are returning in January due to popular demand. The first is “The Nourished Woman”. This program will enable you to learn to nourish yourself, tune into your body signals and break the cycle of chronic dieting. You can also learn how to tune into your body signals, break the cycle of chronic dieting and make peace with food and peace with your body. Throughout this 8-week group program, rather than introducing yet more “rules” and restrictions into your life, they will invite you to get curious about the messaging we take in about food and exercise and to learn how to challenge those messages. The other program is “From Burnout to Bliss”, which is a journey of reconnecting with your authentic self. There is no better time than now to drop the “busy” from your life and just start “being”. Are you yearning for more ease, joy and fulfillment in your life? Learn how to add simple self care rituals to the top of your “TO DO” list and let go of the busy. Connect with a likeminded community who is yearning for the same.
Willow Wellness is the result of a dream shared by sisters Catie and Chris Clapp.
While the courses are virtual, Willow is going far beyond the standard Zoom webinar that many businesses are using. “We want to support people virtually,” Chris said. “We want to engage you and walk alongside you. We want to redefine what virtual is.” The Willow Wellness approach to mental health is that it is a spectrum of mind, body and spirit. They challenge the traditional approach and wonder what would be possible if people stopped focusing on mental health as an illness that only affects our mind and started focusing on transforming their mind, body and spirit through movement, connection to breath, and fostering connection and community. Brene Brown calls this approach “whole-hearted” living. “When it comes to mental health, it’s more than just
psychotherapy and medication,” Chris said. “We want to remind you of the tools you may already have, tap in in a deeper way and expand the way you approach your own wellness, often in community with others. Social isolation is real and the ‘treatment’ is connection”. Willow Wellness is also a place with a safe environment. They are committed to appreciating and standing up for the uniqueness of all of our identities, and are committed to anti-racism, anti-homophobia actions. They are passionate about celebrating all people with diverse sexual orientation and gender identity, race and culture, abilities, age, religion and are committed to ongoing learning and unlearning. “It’s a place for inclusion,” Catie said. “Everyone sits at the table together and everyone has a voice and can be heard. It’s a place where
you can be real, you can be raw, and you can come just as you are”. In addition to the numerous programs and services offered by Willow, one thing planned for 2021 is the Willow Kitchen, which will include coffee and bites. The Willow will be serving up our favourites from local businesses, including Danby’s Roadhouse in Richmond, Take Another Bite in Manotick and Strawberry Blonde Bakery in Kanata. There will also be Kombucha on Tap from Artizen in Perth and organic loose tea from the Maple Tea Company in Ottawa. There will also be smoothies and coffee available. For more information on Willow Wellness in Richmond, visit their website at www.willowellness.ca and follow them on Instagram and Facebook. You can also call 613.362.6218 or email admin@willowellness.ca.
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Richmond Lions Club 2020 Christmas Cheer a big success a tour of the new temple, including the Main Shrine and library. They also described the classes offered at the temple and events hosted by BLIA, and plans of the Temple. This was the club members’ first time experiencing Buddhism, and they were enthralled by Buddhism’s kindness and harmony, and they were also fascinated by the grand solemnity of the temple. The members were also interested in the meditation classes, vegetarian cooking classes, yoga, children’s classes, scouting program, etc. The Lions members were very grateful for the temple’s support of the local community and were more than happy to introduce Fo
Guang Shan Temple and BLIA to local friends and families. They hope to work with the temple in various ways in the future, and wished the temple a smooth completion so the local community is further enriched with more diversity.” We hope that this partnership will continue, and we hope that the Lions and the Buddhist community will become close associates. The Lions also presented a stationary float in the Richmond Drive-by Parade. The parade was a great success- the Lion members enjoyed decorating the float, and we received so many compliments. The Lions wish to thank all those who donated money and
empties so generously this year during a particularly difficult time for everyone. We wish to thank Lion Dick Salmon for providing Christmas trees for the float, and we especially want to thank Mike Harvey for the use of his premises for the donation location, and also for the use of his trailer for our float. Thanks to all Lions
members who were able to assist with the Bottle Drive, the Christmas Cheer, and the Parade. The Richmond & District Lions wish to thank everyone in the community a Merry Christmas, a wonderful holiday season, and we hope to be able to return to at least some of our regular events in 2021!
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The generosity of the Richmond/North Gower/Fallowfield/Munster area was made apparent during the past two weekends. The Richmond & District Lions Club had been unable to present many of their annual fundraisers for the community due to the pandemic and health restrictions. However, with the Christmas season upon us, we decided to hold our annual Bottle Drive. This has traditionally made enough money for the Lions to present the donation forms/ postage for our Christmas Cheer. Due to the overwhelming response, four trailer loads of empties were returned to the Manotick Beer Store to cash in. (Many thanks to their patient staff members!) We were able to pay the cost of printing and postage, and have enough left over to start a healthy amount for the Christmas Cheer program. Our annual bottle drive is done “in Memory of Sarah McCarthy”. Christmas Cheer began many years ago when local radio station CFRA included the Lions clubs in the area in an annual Snowsuit telethon. After that program came to an end, local Lions clubs began their traditions. Richmond & District Lions have raised thousands of dollars for the Richmond Food Bank over the years.
This year, a new congregation in the community reached out to Treasurer Shirley Reddick. As a result, we were pleased to accept a donation from Fo Guang Shan Temple. Report from Fo Guang: BLIA Ottawa (Buddha’s Light International Association affiliated with Fo Guang Shan Temple) has recently created a positive affinity with the Richmond & District Lions Club through their Christmas Cheer charitable donation campaign. The club’s treasurer, Shirley Reddick, and volunteer, Brenda McConnell, were invited to the temple to accept the cheque. Venerable Miao Qi and BLIA executives Yi Luo and Nancy Zhang gave them
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Student says St. Mark making impact on community despite COVID Name: Kaelen Knor Age: 18 (January 8th) Address: Manotick School: St. Mark High Grade: 12 Parents: Sherri Knor and Jason Knor Siblings: “Younger sister named Tiana, 15, goes to St. Mark as well, loves all animals.” Pets: 3 dogs, Mia (blonde lab, 9 years old), Ozzi (black lab/Boston terrier mix, 6 years old), Jynx (Chihuahua, 8 months old) Pet Peeves: “When you are talking to someone and they don’t pay attention, or look at their phone. I feel it is very disrespectful and shows the person you don’t really care.” Part-time work: “Last summer, I worked at Emerald Links Golf & Country club in Greely. It was an amazing experience and I learned some very valuable life skills. In addition, I got the chance to meet some great people and form stronger relationships with the people I already knew!” Favourite subjects: “Math and Sciences (Biology is my preferred science but I enjoy
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Chemistry as well), PE was my favourite class up until grade 10 when I decided to take Science and Math classes.” What do you enjoy reading for pleasure? “When I do read, I’ll read sports articles about hockey, basketball or football and international tournaments, if they are taking place. I read about 3 to 4 each day, just to keep up with all the latest news and analysis. In future I want to read more books, rather than reading them for school. On the other hand, in the past I have read the entire Harry Potter series, and the first part of the Percy Jackson series.” Who is your favourite authors? “Stephen King. He is one of the most gifted writers, and his works are so intriguing to me. Two of my favourite novels by him are The Green Mile and Dreamcatcher. When I read these books, I was able to picture the moments of suspense unfolding. These two novels contain elements of life that cause a lot of controversies, but make for a great story: superpowers in The Green Mile and aliens in Dreamcatcher. King is able to pull the reader
into his fictional world and really pick at their brains, and make them think. In addition, he uses one of the most effective methods that make the reader want to continue: cliffhangers.” What is your greatest accomplishment? “Hasn’t happened yet. My greatest accomplishment will be when I get married and start my own family. But, as a teenager, there are multiple moments that I’m very proud of. I’m proud of getting elected to be a part of the Student Council at my high school. I’m proud that I was a team captain of my hockey team for three years in a row. These accomplishments, to me, are some of the highlights of my life so far. I’ve had many opportunities to be a leader for
comfortable in terms of speaking in front of others and giving advice when others need it. My closest friends, my family, and coaches showed me that these qualities do not go unrecognized and I can’t thank them
enough for it. Without them, these accomplishments would never have happened and I would not be the person I am today.”
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the morning announcements. Each day, the Student Council comes up with a riddle for the entire school to figure out. It’s a fun way of getting students engaged, and activating their brains early on in the morning. One of the most important things is to keep our brains stimulated. The morning riddles are perfect exercises, as they can allow students to think in so many different ways.” Other Activities/Interests: “I have many hobbies that keep my spirits up. Most of them consist of me doing some sort of physical exercise, or being outside. Personally, they keep my brain stimulated and make me a happier person. I’m very passionate about sports and fitness. Some of my favourite sports are hockey, basketball, football, rugby, soccer, snowboarding/skiing and much more. On top of that, I try to stay in great shape to give me an advantage in playing these different sports. This means I try to work out at least 3 to 4 times a week. As for activities, hiking and being adventurous, kayaking or paddleboarding, ice skating, rollerblading, and skateboarding. Other hobbies are listening to my
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favourite music, playing my ukulele, hanging out with my family, going for drives, playing video games with my friends, playing card games, and much more. “I find it hard to believe when people say they can’t think of any hobbies when they are asked this question. The world offers us so much to do, and we need to grasp what we have and take advantage of it. I’m blessed to live in a community full of excitement and resources to keep me busy. “Now that we are mainly online, I’m trying to find my true hobbies away from the internet. It’s super important, that we as teenagers, try new things as well. Recently, I’ve gained interest in wanting to learn how to play guitar! As of right now, it’s tough, but I’m willing to put my time in to learn, because it’s what I enjoy doing in my spare time.” Career Goals: “One of my future goals is to become a high school teacher. I love making a difference in my community and teaching the youth. I always find myself looking up to many of my teachers, and it’s something I’d love to experience. In the past, I’ve volunteered mul-
Comment: “My senior year has been drastically different than the stereotypical senior year in movies and TV shows. It’s hard to find positive words out of such a negative situation that COVID-19 has brought into our lives. To counter these situations, we must find content in other parts of our lives and hope for change in the near future. “For everyone in high school, especially seniors, this year sucks big time! There are so many school traditions St. Mark students wish to continue, but the risks
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