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Clark McEachran, 13, of Manotick, was the winner of the Ottawa Senators Air Canada Fan Flight Contest.

Clark was chosen as the winner for his work and volunteerism in the community, which includes offering free skate sharpening for veterans, and volunteering at the Manotick Legion. Clark, his father, his uncle and cousin were given a trip to Nashville and tickets to a Senators-Predators game, as well as a send-off at the airport from Sparty. For the full story, see page 4.

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March is a time for celebrations and the arrival of spring I would like to thank everyone who joined us on March 8 for my annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. It was a great way to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of women in all walks of life in the Carleton riding. I also want to give a special thanks to Debbie and her amazing staff at Danby’s Roadhouse in Richmond for hosting the event.

International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.

Each year, this day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made toward gender equality. It also serves to remind us of the work that still needs to be done.

Happy Nowruz

Sometimes I like to share a bit of my Persian culture with everyone, and the next couple of weeks are special as there will be celebrations around the world for Nowruz. March is Persian Heritage Month in Ontario, so I thought it

would be good to share this with you.

The spelling of Nowruz has always been a bit of a pet peeve of mine, as the holiday is pronounced “no-rooz”. I don’t know why they put a W in the spelling.

Nowruz, which means “new day”, falls on the spring equinox each year.

It is based on the Iranian solar Hijri calendar, and it marks the Persian New Year. Its origins are in the Iranian religion of Zoroastrianism. It has been celebrated for 3,000 years, making it one of the oldest festivals still celebrated in human history.

On Nowruz, millions of Iranians from around the world and all walks of life, irrespective of religion, age, language, gender, race, ethnicity, or social status, gather together with family, friends and loved ones to celebrate the

new year. The celebration marks the rebirth of nature, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. Nowruz represents much of what Iranian character, history and culture is all about.

We eat traditional food, including a fish and rice dish called “sabzi polo ba mahi.” We give gifts—or “eydis,” as we call them— to children.

More than 300 million people around the world celebrate Nowruz. And it is no small celebration.

Imagine Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Canada Day rolled into one monthlong holiday, and then add delicious food, street dances, fire shows, and a lot of loud banging on pots.

To everyone celebrating Nowruz in Carleton, I wish you all a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.

Governments Helping Boost Production of Ontario Maple Syrup

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $1 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustain-

able CAP) to support the productivity and growth of businesses in the province’s maple syrup sector.

The Maple Production Improvement Initiative is supporting 77 maple syrup producers with cost-shared funding to support a range of activities to enhance their operations. The initiative supports the purchase and installation of upgraded equipment for eligible syrup producers, that will increase productivity, efficiency, and growth, such as reverse osmosis or remote monitoring systems. It also provides funding to cover a portion of woodlot management activities, including tree marking and the development of a forest plan, to assist the operation of eligible businesses.

This initiative was developed following discussions with sector businesses. It builds on other actions the government has taken to support the overall growth of the agriculture and food industry, such as recent investments of up to $12 million through the Grow Ontario Market

Initiative, up to $25 million through the Agri-tech Innovation Initiative and more than $68 million through the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative.

Sustainable CAP is a $3.5-billion investment by federal, provincial, and territorial governments to strengthen competitiveness, innovation, and resiliency of the agriculture, agri-food, and agri-based products sector. This includes $1 billion in federal programs and activities and a $2.5 billion commitment cost-shared 60 per cent federally and 40 per cent provincially/territorially for programs designed and delivered by the provinces and territories.

The Ontario government calculations suggest over 1,000 jobs and close to $42 million in gross domestic product (GDP) were attributed to the maple industry value chain (farm, processing, and retail), in 2022. Ontario is Canada’s third-largest maple syrup producing province, behind Quebec and New Brunswick. In 2022, it pro-

duced 4.5 per cent of Canada’s maple syrup or about 2.68 million litres of syrup.

Maple Weekend is April 6-7, in Ontario. Consider visiting a participating maple producer to check out the festivities.

Ontario Investing Nearly $1.3 Billion to Stabilize Colleges and Universities

The Ontario government introduced a suite of measures to stabilize the province’s colleges and universities, including nearly $1.3 billion in new funding, while maintaining the tuition fee freeze to keep costs down for Ontario students and parents. The province is also introducing legislation that would, if passed, support student mental health, safe and inclusive campuses and allow for increased transparency of fees. This suite of measures also includes initiatives that will help connect students to rewarding careers to help build Ontario’s skilled workforce.

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MANOTICK MESSENGER goldie continues from page 2 To support students and their families, Ontario is extending the tuition fee freeze for publicly assisted colleges and universities for at least three more years.

Institutions will be able to increase tuition by up to five per cent for outof-province domestic students. At the time the freeze was first introduced and accompanied by a 10 per cent reduction in fees, Ontario had the highest university tuition rates in the country. Since then, students and parents have saved an estimated $1,600 per year on average for university and an estimated $350 per year on average for college, compared to what they would have paid under the previous policy that allowed three per cent increases each year.

To stabilize postsecondary institutions, the Ontario government is investing nearly $1.3 billion over three years,

including $903 million over three years through the new Postsecondary Education Sustainability Fund starting in 202425. This amount includes $203 million in funding for top-ups for institutions with greater financial need. Also included is an additional $167.4 million over three years in additional funding for capital repairs and equipment.

The province is also introducing the Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act, 2024 that would, if passed, authorize the Minister to issue directives requiring colleges and universities to provide information about ancillary fees and other students costs, including costs for textbooks or other learning materials.

This could include ensuring that fees are published by institutions in a consistent manner – for instance, by publishing

costs in a course syllabus.

In order to provide additional transparency as it relates to tuition, the province will also engage with colleges and universities to create tuition fee transparency to help students and their families better understand how tuition fees are used.

The Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act, 2024 would also, if passed, require colleges and universities to have policies in place relating to mental health and wellness supports and services and require colleges and universities to have policies in place to combat racism and hate, including but not limited to antisemitism and Islamophobia.

The province is also introducing measures to protect students and improve the integrity of career colleges. The province will better integrate enforcement efforts across ministries to

strengthen oversight of career colleges and will ensure timely responses to concerns and complaints by improving data management, documentation processes and the efficacy of compliance investigations. As recommended by the blueribbon panel, the government will be working with colleges and universities to establish certain core competencies for board members, including financial literacy and risk management.

To help more students find jobs, the province intends to allow colleges to offer applied master’s degrees in areas of study that will help students

graduate with in-demand skills, expertise, and credentials. This approach will also provide employers access to more industry-ready employees that meet labour market needs in specialized fields such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and animation.

The province will also launch a career portal to help students understand labour market needs and make informed decisions on postsecondary education. This will consolidate various sources of information to help students and newcomers access education and careers in Ontario.

With these invest-

ments and suite of measures, Ontario is taking a responsible approach to allow flexibility amid a challenging financial climate, while protecting students and parents from the additional costs.

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Manotick teen wins Ottawa Senators trip of a lifetime to Nashville For Clark McEachran of Manotick, it was the trip of a lifetime.

The 13-year-old St. Mark student was selected as the Ottawa Senators’ winner of the Air Canada Fan Flight contest. He, his father Ryan, his cousin and his uncle won Air Canada flights to Nashville, hotel accommodations, and tickets to an Ottawa Senators gave against the Nashville Predators.

The Air Canada Fan Flight program runs across Canada in NHL cities and in some CHL cities. The airline rolled out the program to reward passionate young and deserving sports fans who have done something positive in the community.

Clark’s father entered him in the contest.

“I had no idea that my dad had entered me in it,”

Clark said of the contest.

Clark, who plays hockey in the Osgoode Rideau Senators U15 program, has a skate sharpening enterprise called On the Edge. He offers free skate sharpening to seniors and veterans in the community.

In addition to his involvement in hockey and skating, Clark also volunteers at the Manotick Legion. He helped out at December’s Breakfast with Santa, working on set-up, table setting and serving.

Clark was selected as the winner for “his resilience and positivity in the face of adversity.” In addition to the airfare, accommodation, and tickets to the game in Nashville, they also got a special gate departure sendoff with Ottawa Senators mascot Spartacat, priority boarding, ground trans-

Clark McEachran got a pre-game puck from Mathieu Joseph at ice level in Nashville.

portation, city passes, a meet and greet with special guests, and gifts.

Ryan told Clark that he was one of the finalists in the contests, and that they had to go for a video shoot with the club to promote the contest. What Clark didn’t know was at the end of the video shoot, they told him he was the winner.

“He kept it a total secret from me,” Clark said of his father. “He didn’t want me to find out.”

Clark was totally caught off guard when Ottawa Senators in-game host Lauren Fine told him he was heading to Nashville.

“After the interview, they told me I was going to go,” he said. “I was very excited, very happy, and very proud.”

It was an early start to the day on Sun., Feb. 25 when they departed, as they left Manotick for Macdonald-Cartier Airport at 2 a.m.

“We had a full day there Sunday, and on Monday we did what we want,” Clark said. We went downtown and looked around a lot. We went into some great places to eat. I listen to country music so it was really cool to be there. We went to the Country Music Hall of Fame.

One of the people Clark got to meet was Ottawa Senators head coach Jacques Martin. Clark also came home with a special souvenir.

“We went to ice level before the game and Mathieu Joseph of the Sens tossed me a puck,” Clark said.

Clark also said he

Clark McEachran gets ready for his road trip to Nashville with his father, cousin and Sparty.

enjoyed the experience of watching a hockey game in a different market. “Smashville” is known for having a loud and passionate fanbase.”

“It was a lot of fun and a great place to watch a game,” he said. “We were wearing our Sens jerseys and we really stood out because the crowd was all yellow with their Predators jerseys.”

Even though he is only 13, Clark is looking ahead at his future.

“I am looking into kinesiology,” he said. “I’m very interested in how the body works.”

His dream, which is even more vivid after his trip to Nashville, is to someday be a physiotherapist for the Ottawa Senators.

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ARAC hears about ongoing road safety efforts in Ottawa’s rural areas The Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee received a presentation about improving road safety in rural areas, one of the main areas of focus for the City’s Road Safety Action Plan.

The presentation highlighted that more fatal injury collisions happen on Ottawa’s rural roads than anywhere else in the city.

Over the last reported fiveyear period, 23 per cent of

all fatal and major injury collisions in Ottawa occurred in rural areas. That figure rises to 38 per cent when considering only fatal injury collisions.

About one quarter of the $20.5-million Road Safety Action Plan budget for 2024 is focused on improving safety in rural areas, and the Committee heard about engineered solutions, education and enforcement efforts undertaken in 2023

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The Committee also heard about road safety projects recently completed in the rural area under the Safety Improvement Program, including fully protected left-turn phasing at Albion and Mitch Owens roads, all way stops at 8th Line and Parkway roads, and road safety reviews along two rural corridors.

The presentation also offered information about the warrant criteria used to assess the need for traffic control signals, intersection pedestrian signals, and allway stop control measures.

The committee approved site-specific amendments to the Official Plan and secondary plans to facilitate active development proposals that were affected when the previous Official Plan was repealed, and the current one adopted in 2022.

In each case, there were unforeseen and unintended effects of implementing the new OP.

The proposed amendments either re-establish relevant policies of the former plans or add sitespecific policies to realign current OP policies for the affected properties.

The Planning and Housing Committee will also consider this matter on Wednesday, March 27 before it rises to Council on Wednesday, April 3.

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Eric and Val Lister

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Eric and Val Lister. After celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on December 20, 2023, Val passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024; Eric passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 5, 2024. Eric and Val came to Manotick area in 1974 and were long-time residents of the Carleton Golf Club. She was a teacher at the Winchester District High School, and he worked for Transport Canada. Val was an avid collector of antique oil lamps and a student of history. She was a founding member of the Historical Lighting Society. When she retired from teaching, she obtained her Master of Arts Degree in Canadian Studies.

Eric had a degree in Engineering. He was a passionate car enthusiast and was well-known by other automobile enthusiasts everywhere. He loved everything about cars and owned quite a few over the years. The only thing that held a candle to cars (besides Val) were dogs.

They will be sorely missed by many, many friends. Gifts to the SPCA or to the Cancer Society can be made on their behalf.

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MESSENGER Editorial

It was just unthinkable

Tragically unhip in a Metrosexual vortex

Trendy words slip in and out of our accountant-chic. He was wearing skin from everyday language. tight charcoal men’s yoga pants and a long the other Metrosexual. sleeve skin tight charcoal top. I wanted to Do you remember that make a comment to Keisha’s Page 6, Manotick Messenger, Wednesday, June 23, 2010 one?

I don’t really fit that boyfriend, but I didn’t want It was a tragedy that impacted everyone who heard the news, not just locally, description.

In fact, I used to to draw attention to myself. but nationally. joke that I was ruralsexual.

Don was one small logo on A mother, four young children, and a family friend were brutally stabbed But on Saturday, I found his chest away from being to death in Barrhaven, the neighbouring suburb just a few minutes away, The Our myself COmmunity at ground zero of on the crew of the Starship student living in their basement was charged with six counts of murder and Metrosexual-topia.

Enterprise. Or maybe Don another count of attempted murder.

He appeared in court last Thursday. The Messenger Editorial Lululemon. was auditioning for that husband and father was allegedly attacked when he arrived home. He survived Not just any Lululemon. new Vegas act, the Charcoal the attack, ran outside, and yelled for someone to call 9-1-1.

The Westboro Lululemon.

I was in a store Grey Man Group.

Are you more Canadian Sadly and inexplicably, he was their friend.

I don’t belong in, in a part of the city I Sarcasm had put Embarrassment in than a fifthandgrader?

The act was unthinkable, the heartbreak and outpouring of emotion in don’t belong in. check in the chess game on the beach. the area wenext saw when sixtime people killed only a kilometre Withparallels Canada Day what approaching week, it is a good for us allwere to So while the Diva tried on the latest in They were playing for my soul. on what it means to be Canadian. away reflect from the crime scene when an OC Transpo bus collided with a VIA train, designer yogawear, I stood there, like the At that point the Diva emerged from Do we take being Canadian for granted? how do new Canadians feel about being Canadian? Some of us killing Better six yet, people.

Mayor of Awkwardville, in the epicentre her Luluroom. She looked amazing in her look upon immigrants and refugees as opportunists, not wanting to give but The hitPerhaps, the Sri Lankan community across the city and across the of metrosexuality. My role on Team Diva new Lululemon swag. verytragedy willing to take. for some people, that is true, but when you attendparticularly a celebration for new Canadians, such as the one hosted by time Nepean-that a tragedy had hit that during shopping outings is to hold things.

As she went to the cashier, I looked country hard.

It was not the first Carleton MP Pierre Poilievre at Mother Teresa High School in Barrhaven last I held her purse while she tried things on. I around and did some more investigative community. inexcitement 1994,and a the family from month, you Back can see the thankfulness in theSri eyesLanka of every who had recently moved Canadian. had a David’s Tea bag filled with David’s journalism to reaffirm how out of place to thenew area went through their Shaffiq They understand, perhaps better thanown all of tragedy. us, what it means to beVissram was a 19-year-old Canadian. student attending classes at South Carleton High School. He never came home Tea containers for the next stop in a world I was. The yoga people all had this look So how can the rest of us have that feeling?

Bev McRae photo to them. It was hard to put a finger on it. from school one day, and has hisa solid backpack was found by a creek at Prince of Wales I don’t fit into.

The Conservative government idea.

At the school’s 50th Anniversary Party, Manotick Co-operative Nursery School honoured its longest-servJason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism I prayed to God that I wouldn’t run into I see the same sort of look when I walk and Bankfield. 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 chalplayground.

Left to right, MCNS Director Sandy Erler and June Hodge celebrate June’s 29 years as a supanyone I knew. into Starbucks, which, even though I lived high school students take the citizenship In lenging 2016,middle hisandremains were tounearthed at test.

Prince of Wales and Second Line ply teacher, teacher and volunteer.

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I don’t fit into. As I saw myself in a full Rights andcold.

Responsibilities of Citizenship and then take a mock citizenship case is still test.

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We are inspired to there, see how we With Mayor the city councillors doing a very difficult civic ing diligently to grate my nerves.

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I know My Adidas logo was being overshadowed Independent Grocer the other day. vacation next year.

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“Zachary has a tournament next weekend and it‘Oh, anything thatKrist’s would pry my mind outIofthought the shackfor sake,’ to mywe went to David’s Tea to sample Toasted Regardless of the reason for this happening, it shouldn’t have. would have been so in the spirit of the World Cup to les that these two soccer moms had put me in with self, giggling.

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The Easter Holiday is celebrated in many different ways around the world Easter in our town is a lovely time – church bells chime, listen to them, they are telling the story of the empty tomb; Christ is Risen.

Churches are filled with people in new clothes, listen to the choirs singing, snowy white lilies, smiling faces everywhere, Eastertime is Springtime!

Easter is celebrated in various ways in different countries in the world.

In France church bells do not ring from Good Friday

THis week,

THIS MONTH

by Larry Ellis

to Easter Sunday. In some parts of Germany, eggs are coloured green for good luck and carried by people to church on Maundy Thursday. In Jerusalem the bishops and priests, representing

the 12 disciples take part in a public foot washing ceremony and in Romania on Easter Eve, churchgoers carry lighted candles home after midnight mass.

This is the time of the year when anyone who will look and listen can’t avoid the fact that something is happening around us. Spring is not really a lesson; nature is not in the teaching business, nature is change and growth and all kinds of life going its own way, grass grows,

trees flourish, birds nest and animals give birth. Do you know what else happens in springtime – why love is in the air, everywhere, look for it, you’ll find it!

Try and fill your life with pleasant things, the kind of peace that comes from daily living; the love of nature, watching each phase from spring’s shy dawn right through to the cold, wintry days. Friendships increase through the years, new ones are made and old ones cul-

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tivated. Share the hopes and fears of others, be happy for someone’s triumphs and feel the pain of another’s trouble or problem.

The colors most often used in Easter decorations – white, gold or yellow, and the delicate shades of green and purple – are the colors of springtime, too. They are the colors of new leaves and grass, spring flowers, flowering shrubs and trees.

White stands for purity, light and joy; we see it in

the Easter candles and in the fragrant Easter lily. Yellow stands for sunlight and radiance; green stands for nature and for hope of eternal life. Purple is a royal colour, and in the language of religious symbols, it stands for mourning.

The orator, Cicero, who lived between AD43 and AD106, said these great lines - “the life given us by nature is short; but the memories of a life well spent are eternal.”

Letters to the Editor welcome at manotickmessenger@gmail.com

Braid responds to letter in last issue regarding criticism of Ford The Editor, I must admit, I found last week’s letter from frequent contributor Cindy Ferguson highly entertaining, primarily because her suggestion that anyone would ever have to “rack his brain” to come up with a criticism of the Ford government is downright laughable. When I consider all the files his government has botched— besides Healthcare and Education, there’s Hydro One, the White Pines wind farm, highway 413, selling

off the greenbelt for development—the list seems endless. And let’s not forget that Doug Ford violated the constitution in his attempt to effectively cut wages for nurses through bill 124, which is largely responsible for the nursing crisis in this province. And, it was Doug Ford who stuck us with the Carbon Tax when he foolishly cancelled the Cap and Trade system that had exempted us from it. So, coming up with a criticism of Ford’s profoundly inept

government is actually very simple—it’s trying to think of something he’s done that’s worthy of praise that would have anyone racking his brain, I would respectfully submit.

Ferguson’s letter devotes a lot of ink to the Education file, but even she—a diehard Doug Ford supporter—has to admit the picture is not all that rosy. After almost six years of successive Doug Ford majority governments, she describes the state of our

education system this way, “our young people have the lowest rates of reading, writing and math proficiency since these things began being tested and measured.”

I agree, it’s appalling what has happened to the education system under Ford!

And I’m not alone in thinking that, because the newlyelected federal Conservative member for Durham, Jamil Jivani, actually took a potshot at the Ford government during his victory speech, stating, ”and when I say

‘liberal elites’ I am talking about Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party — but not just them… I am also talking about the liberal elites who run the Ontario Ministry of Education in this province.” Jivani’s criticism of Ontario’s education system goes back years, as shown by the following post he made on X dated June 24, 2022: “Education is one of the most important government offices in Ontario. Yet, it continues to be led by an

incompetent minister, Stephen Lecce, who refuses to adequately acknowledge the harmful impact of his decisions on the most vulnerable children.

Ontario deserves better” Cindy Ferguson may be 100% supportive of the “liberal elites” currently running the Ministry of Education in this province but I find myself siding with the federal Tories on this one.

Ontario does deserve better.

Andy Braid

The Editor, I never anticipated the biggest challenge of living in Richmond after moving into the village from a rural area a few years ago.

The challenge I am talking about is turning left onto Perth Street from Shea.

As more and more people move into the west end of the village, and as more and

more people from Ashton, Munster, Carleton Place, and wherever get to the city or the 416 via Richmond, Perth Street has become increasingly busy in the past few years. I think back to the preCOVID days, when things were “normal” and everyone seemed to be heading downtown and no one was working from home. The traffic

now seems heavy, faster and more aggressive.

The biggest need in Richmond is a traffic light at Perth and Shea.

Instead, as one of the previous councillor’s parting gifts, or maybe a parting gift from a municipal worker who has never had the joy of driving in Richmond, we have an absolutely useless

traffic light on Perth Street a few metres west. The traffic light pretty much connects nothing to nothing, while a 10 second walk away there are cars backed up coming out the McEwen Station or the shopping plaza or just coming out of the neighbourhood they live in.

Who is the donkey that thought putting the traffic

light in front of the old motel was a good idea?

Unfortunately, Councillor Brown inherited the brand spanking new traffic light. After the city spend Lord knows what to put that albatross in the ground and get it working, I doubt very much that they would be willing to pony up and move the light a few feet over to

where it actually needs to be.

We keep hearing about the upcoming rural summit and the recognition that things can’t operate in the rural area the way they do in the city.

In Richmond, the city only botched a traffic light.

Thank goodness there is no light rail out here to mess up.

S. Reid

Who’s the donkey responsible for the traffic light on Perth Street?

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due to concussions, so I turned to coaching. It has given me an opportunity to continue in the sport, even MANOTICK MESSENGER though I can no longer participate in it.”

Manotick answers call for volunteers, ARAC looks at rural road safety VILLAGE

VOICE

by Irene Staron, President, Manotick Village and Community Association (MVCA)

Message from Your President

Our call for volunteers is working! We are pleased to announce that since our last newsletter, we’ve received assistance from a number of volunteers who have successfully helped us obtain expressions of interest from a number of volunteer members for Board positions.

All are exceptionally qualified with Executive Board experience. Names of our nominees will be made public after our April 9 MVCA Board meeting.

In the meantime, as one nominee is currently a member of our Governance Committee and interested in taking the lead on Events once Theresa Roberts steps down, we are now looking for their replacement on the Governance Committee.

If you or someone you know is interested in helping the MVCA develop operating policies and procedures to support the work of our association, please contact president@manotickvca.org Our thanks to all our members for your continued support and feedback!

MVCA Annual Meeting - May 29, 2024 - 7 pm

The Board of the MVCA extends an invitation to all our members, residents and community partners to join us at our Annual Meeting May 29 being held in-person at the Kiwanis Hall, 2nd floor of the Manotick Arena and on-line, for the convenience of our members.

The MVCA President will provide a recap of the MVCA’s 2023 activities, present 2023 YE financials, and share strategic priorities for the year ahead. With a number of Board members stepping down, members will have the opportunity to vote in their new Board.

Not a member? This

meeting will offer the opportunity to attend as an observer to learn about the work the MVCA is doing on behalf of your community related to traffic and community well-being, planning and development, and organizing community events. While questions will only be taken from members, the experience gained from attending and seeing the MVCA in action could convince you that being a member does make a difference in our community!

ARAC - Improving Road Safety

On March 7, the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee (ARAC) received a presentation about improving road safety in rural areas, one of the main areas of focus for the City’s Road Safety Action Plan. Statistics reported over the past five years show that 23% of all fatal and major injury collisions in Ottawa occurred in rural areas, more than anywhere else in the City. That figure rises to 38% when considering only fatal injury collisions.

Approximately one-quarter of the $20.5-million 2024 Road Safety Action Plan budget is focused on improving safety in rural areas. Efforts undertaken in 2023 and planned for 2024 include engineered solutions, education and enforcement. Engineered solutions for 2024 include implementing safety edges and rumble strips on rural roads as part of resurfacing, upgrading gravel shoulders, and identifying up to 10 rural stop locations for enhanced signage and pavement marking. Additional work in 2024 includes conducting awareness programs in schools about the safe operation of motorized recreational vehicles and studying the use of automated speed enforcement cameras in Ottawa’s rural villages.

Information about the warrant criteria used to assess the need for traffic control signals, intersection pedestrian signals, and all-way stop control measures was also presented.

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Spring will bring some changes to rural Ottawa communities

By David Brown Rideau-Jock Councillor

Rideau-Jock Report

Spring is here! Maybe, almost… With so many new neighbours in our ward, I wanted to share a few reminders of what it means to live in rural Ottawa and highlight some of the changes are coming to our communities.

We have experienced some wild weather, but at some point soon, residents are going to see farmers in their fields plowing, cultivating, spreading manure and planting crops. It’s one of the busiest times of year for farmers. As planting season starts, please be mindful of the heavy equipment on our roads. Always exercise caution when trying to pass and please ensure you leave yourself some extra time just in case you end up behind a slow-moving piece of equipment.

My office receives several dozen calls each year when the unmistakable aroma of manure begins to circulate through the air. Although sometimes unpleasant, it is a normal farm practice and doesn’t last long.

We are fortunate enough to live in an area that has been feeding cities for more than a century and a half.

Most residents in the City are not as fortunate as we are in rural Ottawa to live in communities that grow the food which ends up on our plates.

To the farmers that grow our food and feed our cities, thank you!

For those that might not be aware, our villages are served by volunteer firefighters who live, work and volunteer in our communities. Volunteer firefighters are always on call and respond to emergencies when they arise.

Each volunteer firefighter has a flashing green light in their personal vehicle which they turn on when responding to an emergency. If you see this flashing green

David Brown, Councillor , Ward 21

light approaching you, please pull off to the right side of the road and allow them to pass by the same way you already pull over when you see flashing emergency lights.

Time is critical and these local heroes are on their way to someone in need.

On Saturday, March 30th from 8:30am to noon at the Manotick fire station, our local volunteer firefighters are hosting a Pancake Breakfast for our community. Just one more way they give back to our community.

Many joke that Canada has two seasons: winter and construction. As spring arrives, so too will the hundreds of construction workers as the City continues with its infrastructure work.

Our ward faired very well in the 2024 budget with $42 Million in infrastructure dollars and 23 projects either in the queue or beginning this year. My office will continue to share construction updates with each community through our newsletter or if you have a specific question, please contact my office directly through email at ward21@ottawa.ca or by phone at 613-580-2491.

In addition, this spring residents will see the reinstatement of many traffic calming measures in our communities and the roll out of new measures. Our ward is receiving $75,000 in new traffic calming investments, including speed boards, flexstakes, road markings and more, all designed to slow drivers down and keep our communities safer.

As always, if there is something you believe I can help with, please reach out and ask. My team and I are always here to help.

See you at the Pancake Breakfast on March 30th!

MVCA Food Cupboard Donation The Manotick Village and Community Association recently presented the Manotick Food Cupboard with a $2500 donation, the net proceeds from Shiverfest 2024. The Food Cupboard is a volunteer community organization that provides food assistance to individuals and families in need in the Manotick area. Roxy McCarthy (far left) and Joan Heard (second from left) accepted the cheque on behalf of the Food Cupboard from MVCA President Irene Staron and Shiverfest Committee Chair Grace Thrasher (far right).

Church Directory Manotick..United.Church 5567 Manotick Main Street, Manotick, Ontario, K4M 1A5

*All churches wheelchair accessible*

ACCESSIBLE The Catholic Communities of St. John the Evangelist 2540 Stagecoach Road, Osgoode and

We welcome all, who with God’s help, work to build a better world.

St. Brigid 2015 River Road, Manotick

Sunday Worship at 10 am Office hours are: Wed 9a.m.-4:30p.m. Thurs-Fri 1p.m.-4:30p.m.

Pastor: Rev. Michael Wright ST. JOHN: MASS TIME Saturdays 4 p.m., Sundays 9 a.m.

ST. BRIGID: MASS TIME Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Telephone: (613) 821-0761 Email: stbrigid.stjohn@gmail.com Office Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 9am–3pm Friday. 9am-12pm

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Manotick author releases third installment of children’s book series Jennifer J. Bergin makes a delightful comeback to the literary scene with the launch of “Jungle Jim and Jungle Jen Go Camping” (published by Balboa Press), the third installment in a series of children’s illustrated chapter books.

In this humorous outdoor escapade, readers are welcomed to join Jim, a biologist

specializing in plants and animals, and Jen, a city dweller eager to learn, on their comical journey in the wilderness. As they navigate encounters with various animals, the story unfolds with laughter and valuable lessons about the untamed wonders of nature.

Bergin believes the book’s appeal lies in its combination

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of animal fascination, learning, and humor. She envisions it as a means of reconnecting both children and adults with the beauty of nature and the great outdoors.

When asked about the desired takeaway, Bergin emphasizes the joy of creative expression, asserting that writing can be both enjoyable and limitless.

Through this book, she hopes to inspire readers to find fun in writing and recognize that the act of creation knows no bounds.

“Jungle Jim and Jungle Jen Go Camping” is available locally at Manotick Office Pro and online at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

About the Author Jennifer J. Bergin is a mother, cartoonist/author, and parttime chiropractor. Residing in the Ottawa area with her family, she shares her home with a cat and a dog. With a background in biology from Carleton University, Bergin not only enjoys exploring the wonders of the great outdoors but also brings her passion for nature into her creative endeavors.

Jennifer Bergin has released the third installment in her series of illustrated chapter books.

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Support local students: become a Spring Fair donor Spring has officially sprung, and that means the Manotick Public School Spring Fair is just around the corner! MPS parent council is seeking sponsors and silent auction donations for the beloved community fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, May 25, 2024.

This fabulous family event promises big fun with entertainers, bouncy castles, demos, games, crafts and treats.

Top sponsors will have their business logos displayed on a Bridge St. banner advertisement, on signs at the event and on the parent council website. They will also receive complementary wristbands to attend the event with their families.

Donations for the hugely popular (and sometimes highly competitive!) silent auction are also welcome

from local businesses, families and community organizations. Previous donations have included museum passes, restaurant gift cards, local art, signed jerseys and more – but council is open to creative donation ideas! Pickup can be arranged or donations can be dropped off at the school.

All support directly benefits students by generating funds for field trips, gym equipment, art supplies and classroom supplies for hands-on math, science and other experiential learning.

Donated merchandise and gift certificates also encourage residents to explore our many wonderful local businesses.

Each year, MPS Parent Council is humbled by the community’s wonderful generosity in support of Manotick’s public school

This year’s MPS Spring Fling takes place May 25.

students. Council sincerely thanks those who have supported MPS in the past and hopes our local businesses

will once again consider contributing to our public school community. The school looks forward to

hosting the best Spring Fair yet, and welcomes everyone to join in the fun on May 25!

Contact Colleen at MPSspringfair@gmail.com to learn more and get involved.

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KYMTC presents Disney’s The Little Mermaid Splashes April 13 - 28 The Kemptville Youth Musical Theatre Company (KYMTC) will be presenting Disney’s The Little Mermaid April 13-28 at the Urbandale Arts Centre.

This magical underwater adventure celebrates the power of love, finding your true identity, and going after your dreams. Originally written by Hans Christian Anderson and then produced into an Oscar winning animated classic by Disney.

Desperate “to explore the shore above and be where the people are”, tenacious mermaid Ariel makes a perilous pact with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. In order to stay human, she must win the heart of the charming Prince Eric or she will belong to Ursula forever.

With humour, sacrifice, and determination, Ariel navigates the complexities of love and self-discovery, ultimately

learning the true meaning of love and the importance of staying true to yourself.

Preparations have been underway since the summer of 2023, creating an underwater environment full of colour and movement.

A team of costume makers have been busy outfitting 29 young people in over 130 costumes- many of them truly creative and elaborate.

Members of KYMTC have been rehearsing since October, learning songs, mastering choreography and developing their acting and vocal skills.

KYMTC is also excited to announce that, after receiving some funding through the Arts Development Fund and a Community Grant, they have purchased and installed a cyclorama in the Urbandale Arts Centre. This special curtain will allow them to create some magical lighting effects.

KYMTC is a non-profit

community-based theatre company for young people operating in the Kemptville

area for over 20 years. There is no charge to participate but the Main Show cast must

audition and win their roles.

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Royals sweep Arnprior, will face Carleton Place in EOJHL semi-finals The Richmond Royals are headed to the Junior B hockey division finals after sweeping the Arnprior Packers.

After a slump that lasted for about two months, the Richmond Royals have found their early season form that saw them sitting in first place in the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Richardson Division for the first half of the season.

After coming back in their opening series to shutout the Renfrew Timberwolves 5-0 in the fifth and deciding game of their series, the Royals beat Arnprior 5-2 Sunday to take the series in four straight games. The Royals now face Carleton Place in a best-ofseven series in the division

final.

The Royals opened the series against Arnprior with a dominant performance, beating the Packers 7-2 in Arnprior March 3. Richmond outshot Arnprior 59-19 in the onesided affair.

Dylan Rorwick, who had five goals in five games in the series against Renfrew, had a hat trick, while linemate Tyler Hames had a pair of unassisted goals and an assist. Jackson Dallaire had a goal and an assist with Cameron Donaldson scoring the other goal. Tyler Branchaud had a pair of assists with Gage Bujold, Sam McElheran and Zac Soifer earning one each.

Sean Ireland and Shelden Lyons scored for Arnprior.

Ethan Dinsdale stopped 17 of the 19 shots he faced in the Richmond net.

Royals win Game 2 The second game of the series was played in Richmond Wednesday night. The goaltenders were centre stage as the Royals picked up a 2-1 win.

Branchaud scored from Hames and Rorwick late in the second period to give the Royals a 1-0 lead, but Jason Ward scored an equalizer for the Packers early in the third.

Zac Soifer scored the winner for the Royals at 11:48 of the third from Danny Marsden and Trent Poitras.

Dinsdale made 31 saves and was named the game’s first star. Arnprior goalie Der-

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rick Champagne was the second star as he stopped 41 of the 43 shots he faced.

Comeback win Saturday night in Arnprior, it looked like the Packers were going to get back in the series.

However, the Royals scored three unanswered goals in the third period and then knotted the winner in double overtime to win 5-4 and take a commanding 3-0 series lead.

Jacob Ross Signoretti and Jason Ward scored in the first for Arnprior, while Patrick Holmes and Sean Ireland scored in the second. Mayson Sam replied for Richmond in the second with his first of the playoffs from Christian White.

After the fourth Arnprior goal, Sam Nolan replaced

Dinsdale in the Richmond net and played flawless hockey.

In the third period, the Royals got to work.

Christian While scored from drew Russett and Jackson Dallaire 35 seconds into the period, and Sam McElheran added an unassisted power play goal less than a minute later.

With Arnprior holding a one goal lead and on the power play with less than three minutes to play, Jackson Dallaire made one of the biggest plays of the season for Richmond.

He corralled a loose puck and beat Champagne for the tying goal with 2:31 left in the period.

After a scoreless first overtime period, the Royals picked

up the win midway through the second when Tyler Branchaud scored from Christian White.

Nolan stopped all 17 shots he faced for the Royals’ win.

On Sunday night March 10 in Richmond, the Royals got a hat trick from Dylan Rorwick for a 5-2 win. Rorwick, who also added an assist, heads into the next round leading the EOJHL with 11 goals. The next closest players have five.

Tyler Branchaud had a goal and two assists and Sam McElheran also scored. Tyler Hames and Christian White each had two assists. Gage Bujold and Parker Stretch also added assists.

Sam Nolan was in goal for the Royals, stopping 33 of 35 shots.

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The Jock River Race has been moved to Saturday April 6.

Jock River Race moves date to April 6 due to early spring The Jock River Race has moved its date up two weeks. The race, originally scheduled for April 20, will now take place Saturday April 6. Registration for the 53-yearold race is open.

The 12.5km race through the Richmond Fen is one of the area’s great springtime adventures.

All paddlers including canoes, kayaks, SUPs, voyageur boats and others are welcome to race. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just want to try it out this race is for you. Racing experience is not required, simply a desire to join a fun event and to get an early put-in on the

water.

The start area for this 12.5 km (7.8 mile) section of the Jock River is on the Munster Rd. about 2 km south of the Franktown Rd. A few minutes downstream there is a shallow rapid followed shortly by an easy chute of fast water. Open fields and the occasional farmhouse mark the next few kms before several sharp bends signal the beginning of the “Richmond Fen”, an interesting and rather eerie wetland. The first appearance of the railway marks the end of the fen, and the river widens considerably.

Shortly after passing the Trans-Canada Pipe-

line a long Class I rapid awakens your adrenaline. The church spires of Richmond now come into view, followed by another long set of class I rapids which require some maneuvering to avoid rocks.

From the end of these rapids the orange buoy marking the finish line at the Jock River Park is a welcome sight.

The Jock River Race saw its beginning in 1971 as a whitewater race on the lower Jock River near Manotick. Starting the first year with modest participation, the race quickly grew into one of the more popular races in the province of Ontario.

In the year 2000, the race had moved to its current

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In recent years, the number of entries has hovered around 130 canoes and kayaks with over 200 paddlers taking part! The majority of en-

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Manotick BIA unveils new logo as first step to rebranding

By Kelly Belair Manotick BIA

Spring is in the air!

With the new season upon us exciting things are in the works with the Manotick Business Improvement Area.

We are thrilled to launch our new brand for the Manotick BIA. After months of planning, a final concept was presented to the board of directors at the board meeting on March 8th. The board voted and approved the new logo and we are

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Kelly Belair looking forward to rolling out our new brand over the next while.

Our logo needed to be versatile, recognizable and legible when it’s as small as an Instagram profile picture to as large as a billboard. The logo needed to be heritage but with a modern look and feel.

Colours were selected to evoke a heritage feel, a sense of warmth and friendliness. Clean, classic colours that are dynamic in combination.

Our previous logo was designed in the 1990’s, so we are excited and ready for this change!

The m is strong and single-focused, it will become the symbol of Manotick and recognizable from a single glance.

A clean-cut, simple logo is more modern, versatile and will stand the test of time. We can easily

update the background for different events and time of year. In the long term, the font could be updated for future preferences without losing brand recognition.

Stay tuned as we incorporate the new brand, beginning with our first event of the year, Spring Fling on April 20th.

Speaking of Spring Fling, we are also pleased to announce a collaboration with the Manotick

Art Association and their upcoming Inspirations Art Show and Sale. The Inspirations Art Show draws hundreds of visitors to our village every spring and we thought why not combine forces with the MAA and host our Spring Fling event on the same weekend. The Inspirations Show and Sale takes place on Friday, April 19th through to Sunday, April 21st at the Manotick Curling Club.

Spring Fling, Where Inspiration Blooms, will take place on Saturday, April 20th from 10am to 4pm.

Feast your eyes with art, your ears with music and your taste buds with festive spring menu items at our various cafes and restaurants. Partake in instore specials, sampling and giveaways.

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Manotick Art Association’s 2024 Inspirations Art Show April 19-21 The Manotick Art Association is thrilled to announce that its annual spring show and sale, “Inspirations”, will be back again this April 19-21. The show will take place at the Curling Club in Manotick, 5519 South River Drive, and will feature the works of 44 area artists. The show runs Friday, 6-9 PM; Saturday, 10-4:00; and Sunday, 10-4:00. Entry is free and there is plenty of parking, as well as an accessible entrance. This year we are also excited to announce that we will be working together with the Manotick BIA who will be hosting their

Spring Fling on Saturday, April 20th. It should be a grand weekend in Manotick!

The show brings a breath of fresh air into the community after a long winter through a feast of vibrant colours and images. Visitors can enjoy viewing landscapes, abstracts, florals, and wildlife painted in oils, watercolours, acrylics, pastel, batik, and wood. There are also several photographers showing their art. Many of the artists will be familiar to long-time patrons of Inspirations, but we are excited to welcome several new and exciting

artists to the line-up this year.

The show will also feature live music on two of the days. Scott Voelzing will entertain our guests on Friday evening. Saturday 1-3, will feature Chad Wolfe on fiddle and Sherryl Fitzpatrick on piano. As every year, we will also have door prizes that can be won simply by filling out a ballot.

MAA has always taken pride in supporting charities through the proceeds of our spring show.

This year we will be supporting The Manotick Food Cupboard. We will also be collecting cash donations at the door for

this worthy charity.

Come out to the spring show! We would love to see you and your family have an enjoyable

time viewing artworks that are beautiful, inspiring, and family friendly.

Art, in any of its forms, beautifies and enriches

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YOMA providing safe, inclusive programming for youth in Manotick and area From YOMA Hello. From all of us at YOMA, let us say how excited we are to be a new part of the Manotick Messenger content team.

By way of introduction, Youth of Manotick Association (YOMA) has been a part of the community for over 10 years. YOMA is a provincially incorporated not-for-profit that offers safe, inclusive activities and programs for youth in Manotick and area. There is a Pre-Teen Night on Fridays at 6:30 pm for youth in Grades 4-6 and a free Drop-In on Fridays at 7:30 pm for youth age 12-17. We offer volunteer hours for high school students and sometimes connect students to other volunteer opportunities in the area. We have coordin-

ated a number of different training programs over the years as interest and funding permits. We are active in the community and can often be found participating in some form at many local events.

YOMA is run by a volunteer Board of Directors. We currently have a team of eight paid staff Facilitators who organize and run the programs. YOMA receives no operational funding from any level of government, so we rely on the support of the community and our fundraisers every year. You will find representatives from YOMA participating in a number of rural conversations with different groups to offer our rural youth perspective.

What we intend to share with you here will be just like YOMA itself. It will be

a bit different every time but always with the interests of local youth top of mind. We may want to speak on some topics that we know are of importance but are ones that require us to do some collaboration with accredited professionals or people in whatever the industry is.

What we will offer is stories, viewpoints and information that we hope you will find interesting.

We are ending here on a more serious note. We had an idea for our inaugural topic but after recent events we decided to make a change to this. It is hard to find the words for what many of us felt when we heard of the tragic incident in Barrhaven.

We do know that each of us processes these things in our own way and it is no different for youth. And just like

adults, it can be surprising sometimes the depth of emotion some might feel about situations of what one event can trigger in us. If at any time the emotions present as something that requires support, please remember that there are resources available 24/7 for youth and families.

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Hoppy Easter!

Your family can enjoy a a no-bake dessert this Easter Sunday Easter eggs in all their pastel glory come to mind when pondering an important holy day on the Christian calendar. Easter eggs are great to hide and fun to find, but when they come in the form of a tasty dessert, celebrations become that much more festive.

“No-Bake Cheesecake Eggs” are a confectionary twist on the chocolate eggs that are popular come Easter. Home chefs can have fun decorating and playing with the flavors of these treats. Try this recipe, courtesy of “Jane’s Patisserie Celebrate!” (Sourcebooks)

by Jane Dunn.

1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons icing sugar 100 milliliters double cream 25 grams cocoa powder

Decoration

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50 grams milk chocolate, meltEaster chocolates Sprinkles

Base

1 medium chocolate Easter egg 35 grams unsalted butter 75 grams digestive biscuits

Carefully split the Easter egg into two halves.

Melt the butter in the microwave in short bursts or in a small pan over a medium heat. In a food processor, blitz the biscuits to a fine crumb, add the melted butter and pulse a few times until the mixture is well combined.

Divide the mixture equally between the two halves of the Easter egg, and very gently press down, without breaking the shell.

200 grams full-fat soft cheese (such as cream cheese or neufchâtel), at room temperature

In a large bowl, whisk the cheese, vanilla extract and icing

No-Bake Cheesecake Eggs Serves 2 Base

Filling

Filling

sugar until smooth. Add the double cream and cocoa powder and whisk again until smooth and thickened. Divide the mixture evenly between the two Easter egg halves and smooth over as carefully as possible. Chill in the fridge for an hour or so until set.

Decoration

Drizzle the melted milk chocolate over the two halves and decorate with some Easter chocolates and sprinkles.

Editor’s note: Icing sugar also is known as confectioner’s sugar or powdered sugar. In the United States and Canada, “double cream” may not be readily available. Double cream has a higher butterfat content and is primarily sold in the UK. If double cream is not available, try substituting with heavy cream with the highest fat content you can find, but note that the consistency of the finished product may be slightly different.

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Kiwanis Club of Manotick inspired by clubs around the world

By Ralph Tweedie Manotick Kiwanis Club Hola from Spain!

As I write this, my wife and I are traveling in Europe. We try to visit other Kiwanis Clubs while traveling and learn about their programs and accomplishments.

Kiwanis Europe is headquartered in the beautiful city of Gent, Belgium, but the 1st club in Europe was established in Vienna in 1963.

Since then, Kiwanis Europe has grown to more than 25,000 members in approximately 1,200 clubs. Each country and each community have different needs. Here are a few examples of the innovative ways Kiwanians impact the lives of children throughout Europe.

In the Waasland region of Flanders, Belgium, the Kiwanis club of Sint-Niklaas Waasland worked with school

Kiwanis News Ralph Tweedie associations to reduce the effect of poverty on children. Those most at risk were provided with new clothing, food, educational materials, footwear and more.

In the District of France-Monaco, clubs worked together to help a young girl who suffered from spastic diplegia (a form of cerebral palsy).

Thanks to the action of the clubs, she was able to undergo surgery at the Pediatric Hospital of St. Louis, Missouri. She is walking again!

To contribute to youth safety, Kiwanis in Iceland and the Faroe Islands provide bicycle helmets and safety reflectors to all 7-year-old children graduating from first grade. The project

started in 2004 and is still on going, with the support of the transportation company Eimskip.

Many clubs from the Kiwanis Germany District have been distributing school bags and supplies to socially disadvantaged children. The action is intended to help level the starting conditions for all children who enter first grade.

In Romania, some teachers noticed children missing school every other day. They discovered that the children had to share their shoes with brothers and sisters. Sponsored by various clubs and the Boissy company from the France-Monaco District, thousands of Romanian school kids now have their own shoes to wear to school.

This year, the Kiwanis Clubs of Europe have joined together to launch the European Social Project KI-E 2023-24 to help

In Kiwanis we believe we are shaping the future of the world by giving our children the opportunity to succeed and grow no matter their environment and circumstances. In the Kiwanis Club of Manotick we are often inspired by the innovative ways Kiwanians around the world help ensure all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

children in Ukraine. The first Kiwanis Europe Children’s Fund project was initially aimed at helping people fleeing the fighting at the start of the conflict.

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This new project aims to help those who are still in Ukraine. Single parent families and orphans are particularly hard hit

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Manotick Musicale hits a new note with exciting changes for 2024

By Melissa MacIsaac, ROSSS

For over two decades, the Manotick Musicale has been a musical spectacle that not only captivates audiences but also serves a noble cause. Organized by the Village Singers and the Manotick Brass, this annual event has been a cornerstone in supporting the Rural Ottawa South Support Services (ROSSS). This musical extravaganza, featuring choreographed musical performances and the dynamic tunes of the Manotick Brass band, has grown in both scale and significance, becoming a key fundraising and community engagement event for ROSSS. With growth comes change, and this year marks a significant transition for the Manotick Musicale. The decision has been made to move the event from its traditional venue, the Manotick United Church, to the Parkway Church in Greely. This shift was not taken lightly, considering the invaluable support and hospitality extended by the Manotick United Church over the years. Lisa Richards, Office Administrator at Manotick United Church, in particular, has played a pivotal role in making the event a success, and the entire ROSSS family expresses heartfelt gratitude to all those at the Manotick

ROSSS News Melissa MacIsaac United Church.

Last year’s success, with both shows sold out, indicated to us the necessity of a larger venue to accommodate the growing audience. This new venue features a significantly increased capacity allowing more people to join in the fun!

While bidding farewell to the Manotick United Church is bittersweet, it opens up new possibilities for the Musicale’s continued growth and outreach.

With the change in venue, comes an event name change!

While this event will always be The Manotick Musicale in the hearts and minds of those who have always attended, we have opted to change the name to be more inclusive… at present, the event remains nameless but stay tuned for the new name of” THE SHOW”, Formerly Known as Manotick Musicale!

The date to mark on your calendar is Saturday, May 4th, 2024 - a day that aligns perfectly with this year’s theme: MOVIES! The organizers couldn’t resist the playful nod to a certain iconic movie franchise, given the event’s date on “May the Fourth.” The Musi-

cale will feature two shows, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., promising a cinematic experience like never before.

Tickets for this exceptional event are priced at $25 each, offering an affordable way for the community to support ROSSS. To make the transition more accessible for attendees, ROSSS is offering transportation services from Manotick to Greely. Those interested in utilizing this service can contact ROSSS at 613-692-4697 or email info@rosss.ca. For those who plan to transport themselves there, Parkway Church has ample parking and features everything on one level for ease of accessibility needs.

The Musicale isn’t just about the performances; it’s an immersive experience that culminates in a reception held in the lobby of Parkway Church.

Attendees can enjoy light refreshments, participate in a raffle, and soak in the post-show ambiance.

The dedication of the Village Singers and the Manotick Brass to this event is commendable. Their ongoing support and tireless efforts have been instrumental in making the Manotick Musicale a resounding success each year.

This dynamic collaboration has not only entertained but has also contributed significantly to the well-being of the community.

A sincere thank you is extended to the community as well, for its consistent support that has propelled the Musicale to new heights. It is the community’s involvement that allows ROSSS to explore and embrace the growth opportunities that come its way.

Tickets for this year’s Musicale can be purchased through the ROSSS website

www.rosss.ca, where the event poster can be found on the main page. Alternatively, tickets can be obtained by visiting the ROSSS office at 1096 Bridge Street, Manotick.

As the Manotick Musicale embraces change and moves to a larger venue, the essence of the event remains unchanged - a celebration of music, community, and the spirit of giving.

Join us on May 4th, 2024, for another unforgettable chapter in the Manotick Musicale’s journey, and let the magic of movies and music unfold in the heart of Greely. You’re not just purchasing a ticket; your making a contribution to a cause that touches lives of some of our most vulnerable community members in Rural Ottawa South.

The Village Singers have helped make the Manotick Musicale a big success over the years.

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MANOTICK MESSENGER

Community still mourning and in shock over killing spree that left six dead

By Charlie Senack As the story unfolds and more details emerge about the horrific mass killings last week, which happened only seven kilometres from Manotick’s village core.

Although the incident happened in Barrhaven, it has left families throughout the area in shock. It has also heavily impacted the local Buddhist community. Many local people were in attendance at the memorial held for the victims at Palmadeo Park March 9, including the mayor, members of city council and Nepean MPP Lisa MacLeod.

On March 7, the bodies of six Sri Lankan newcomers to Canada were pulled out of a home on Berrigan Drive.

Ottawa Police received two calls shortly before 11:00 p.m. on March 6 reporting a “suspicious incident”. Neighbors reported a man could be heard yelling for help outside. Upon arrival, the lifeless bodies of four children and two adults were discovered inside the home by horrified members of the Ottawa Police Service.

Darshani Banbaranayake Gama Walwwe Darshani Dilanthika Ekanyake, age 35, was killed alongside her four children: Inuka Wickramasinghe, 7, Ashwini Wickramasinghe, 4, Rinyana Wickramasinghe, 2, and Kelly Wickramasinghe, who was

only two months old.

An acquaintance to the family, Amarakoonmubiayansela Ge Gamini Amarakoon, 40, was also found dead. He was living in the home, said police. Husband and father Dhanushka Wickramasinghe, 40, survived the attack and is listed in serious but stable condition.

Ferbio De-Zoysa, a 19-year-old Sri Lankan foreign exchange student who was staying with the family, was charged with six counts of first degree murder and another count of attempted murder. He was arrested on scene without altercation.

Ottawa Police Chief Eric Stubbs said the incident has left the community in shock and sadness. Investigators don’t believe the homicide involved intimate partner violence.

“This was the largest murder in Ottawa’s history in recent memory,” he said. “This was a senseless act of violence perpetrated on innocent people.”

While the incident was first labeled as a mass shooting, those reports turned out to be false. Stubbs said an edged weapon like a knife was used in all the attacks. Police aren’t commenting further on what led up to the events.

“Our investigators and forensic teams are working very hard to determine all the facts and ensure justice is done,”

said Stubbs. “The community is going to be greatly impacted, the City of Ottawa, let alone the specific neighbourhood.

We’re thinking of them and sending all empathy to those involved. Family, friends and neighbours.”

On Thursday morning (March 7), police held up white tarps as the six bodies were carried out of the home. Police tape blocked off an alleyway connecting the backyards, and blood could be seen on the sidewalk and door of the neighbouring residence.

The Sri Lankan High Commission said support is being given to their community. It is in touch with family members who primarily live in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board said two of the victims attended Junior Kindergarten and grade 2 at nearby Monsignor Paul Baxter School.

Principal Vincenza Nicoletti said due to the sensitivity of the topic and lack of details, students would not be given much information at this time.

“Our deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences go to the families and loved ones of the victims during this incredibly challenging time,” Nicoletti wrote in a statement. “We cannot imagine the pain and sorrow they must be experiencing.”

The board said grief counselors and crisis support

Five members of the Wickramasinghe family were killed, with only the father, Dhanushka Wickramasinghe, surviving the attack.

teams would be on hand for students.

Shocking violence

Soon after news of the brutal killings started to circulate, Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe wrote on the platform X, formally known as Twitter, that he was devastated and shocked to learn about one of “the most shocking incidents of violence in our city’s history.”

Speaking at a police press conference, Sutcliffe reiterated there is no further threat to public safety.

“It’s particularly troubling for me as a parent to hear of the loss of four children at very young ages. It’s very difficult to think about; very difficult to

process,” he said. “When I say that Barrhaven is a wonderful and rapidly growing community full of warm and welcoming families and neighbors, it’s hard to believe something like this could happen there or anywhere else in our city.”

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also chimed in and said his first reactions were of “shock and sadness.”

“We are expecting that the community reaches out to support family and friends as Canadians always do,” said Trudeau.

In Barrhaven, the community reeled over the death of 18-year-old Jennifer Teague, who was raped and murdered

by Kevin Davis in September

2005. In 2010, Barrhaven teen Michael Swan was killed, execution style, at the home he and friends were renting on Moodie Drive near the Trail Road waste facility. Then in January 2015, Jagtar Gill was found murdered. Former Barrhaven lovers, neighbours, and OC Transpo drivers, Bhupinderpal Gill and Gurpreet Ronald, were found guilty for her death. And in November 2021, 64-yearold Linda Frederick was murdered by her son Conor Donnelly. Former Ottawa Police Chief Peter Sloly called it a “house of horrors” at the time.

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Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Councillor Wilson Lo, MPP Lisa MacLeod and MPP David Hill were among those present at the memorial.

Charlie Senack photo

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Professionals in hearing killing spree continues from page 22 In this case, Berrigan Drive residents said incidents like this only take place in the movies; they never expected to experience it in their sleepy suburb. They learned of the dark acts which occurred inside the home as dawn broke.

Neighbours who the Manotick Messenger spoke with said they didn’t know the family, but always called it a safe neighborhood “where you could leave your doors unlocked.” One resident said she saw the police cars speeding to the scene and officers running down the street.

At 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, less than 24 hours after the killings, an echo of silence spread though Palmadeo Park as the community gathered for a vigil to honor the lives lost.

Over 100 people, many of them children, placed flowers, stuffed animals and a raddle on a picnic table with a message reading “our hearts are shattered.”

Hundreds of people stood in the rain at a separate vigil that was also attended by local politicians and the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka on Saturday, March 9. At Queen’s Park, a moment of silence was held. Nepean MPP Lisa MacLeod shared her condolences on the platform X. “My community has woken up to shock, grief and tragedy today,” said MacLeod. “There are no words for the heartbreak me and my neighbours feel for the surviving family, friends and playmates of the deceased.”

No issues with family

Ded-Zoysa reportedly dropped out of college and

had thoughts of suicide, says an Ottawa monk who knew the family.

In an interview with the Canadian Press, Bhante Suneetha said he visited with the surviving father in hospital Thursday afternoon, just hours after the incident occurred.

The local monk said DeZoysa moved into the family’s basement a month or two ago.

All seemed normal and they threw a birthday party for the Sri Lankan native just days before the killing spree. Balloons were seen in the Berrigan Drive home’s backyard as police searched the property.

Algonquin College has confirmed that De-Zoysa was an international student in one of their programs. He was last enrolled during the winter 2023 semester.

In a statement, Claude Brulé, the president of Algonquin College, said they were mourning alongside the community.

“This news is shocking to us all, and is a tragic loss to our city and community,” Brulé wrote. “Let us honour the memory of the two adults and four children who lost their lives, as well as share our deepest sympathies to the surviving family, friends, and loved ones.”

Piecing the puzzle together

Ottawa Police are continuing to remain tight-lipped about what happened inside the cookie-cutter townhouse on Berrigan Drive, saying they are still piecing together what happened. But the Canadian Press has reported the

father came home from a cleaning job when the incident occurred.

While Ottawa Paramedics have not given an update on Wickramasinghe’s condition, the spiritual leader said he had two fingers cut off — one that was repaired. The father also allegedly received stab wounds to the chest and back, and has a slash between his nose and eyes.

The family moved to Canada from Sri Lanka for a better, more prosperous life during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Two of the children were enrolled in nearby Monsignor Paul Baxter Elementary School, and one of the kids began religious classes only a week ago. It was your typical suburban life.

De-Zoysa had a brief court appearance and then appeared in court by telephone. He’s been ordered not to communicate with five individuals including the father and some other witnesses. He is being held in protective custody.

The accused’s aunt, Anusha De-Zoysa, spoke to Global News last week, saying her nephew met Wickramasinghe while they were studying at Algonquin College. She said they later became roommates, and that Wickramasinghe was working to bring his family over to Canada. He told DeZoysa he could come and live with them. She also said that her nephew had recently cut off contacts with relatives in Ottawa, and that he also blocked them on social media.

A funeral for the victims was held Sunday, March 17.

Febrio De-Zoysa is expected to be in court again March 28.

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