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YOU CALL THIS CLEAN? Nepean-Carleton MPP Lisa MacLeod shows the rust-coloured muck left on her hands after handling the water filter, which was in a Lynnwood resident's filtration system for two weeks. Executive Assistant Wendy Noble holds the urine-coloured water coming from residents' taps. Those most at risk are the elderly, the very young, pregnant women and those with weakened immune systems. The extrapolated incidences from those numbers, for Canada, are 298 new cases annually. But, it must be stressed, that number lacks any hard evidence and may be skewed. Maple Leaf voluntarily began the recall with a small list, but then expanded the recall for Establishment 97B (the name of the plant, and the way to identify meats processed, thereby checking for that number beside the serial code) to encompass all meats shipped from the plant. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Michael McCain, issued an apology through the popular user-driven website,
YouTube. "Tragically, our products have been linked to illness and loss of life. To those people who are ill, and to the families who have lost loved ones, I offer my deepest and sincerest sympathies", said McCain in a press conference, on Aug. 23. "Words cannot begin to express our sadness for their pain." The CFIA is closely monitoring the recall and factorycleanup procedures as Maple Leaf tries to salvage the situation even as the number of confirmed cases rises. All of the information CFIA has gathered on the recall, including a full list of recalled items, can be found at www. inspection.gc.ca. 182000
With the deadly listeriosis outbreak ravaging Ontario, the question remains: How does it affect local residents? Calls to local grocers and fast-food outlets in Ottawa South and North Grenville, were consistently referred to their bosses at head office. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) lists Tim Hortons and McDonald’s as having had Maple Leaf products on their menus — roast beef and sliced turkey breast respectively — which were included in the company's voluntary recall more than a week ago. The local Tim Hortons outlets have posted signs to confirm they are not selling any recalled products. Nepean-Carleton MPP Lisa MacLeod recently distributed a release from the province’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. David Williams, which provides doctors with the information they need to give to residents: "exercise diligence" when identifying items that are part of Maple Leaf’s massive meat recall. "Residents should follow whatever the federal government and provincial officers of health are saying — Be careful," said MacLeod. "My family has stayed away from packaged meats. But it’s a great opportunity to check out your local butchers or go to the grocery store and ask." With the death toll ascribed to the strain of listeriosis directly linked to the Maple Leaf plant in Toronto sitting at 15 at press time, another six were suspected of the tainted meat being an "underlying or contributing cause." Listeriosis strikes 2,500 residents of the United States annually, according to statistics from the Division of Bacterial and Mycotic Diseases and the US Centers for Disease Control. But when you break the numbers down, that’s not even 0.1 per cent of the American population. However, an estimated 500 of those are fatal, meaning that 20 per cent of listeriosis victims die. It has "recently been recognized as an important publichealth problem in the United States," says CDC’s website.
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Keeping school kids safe: Do your part Patrol Officers in the Rideau/Goulbourn zone responded to 137 general calls for service from the public for the reporting period of Aug. 15 to 21, They also: • Conducted a total of 102 stops for Highway Traffic enforcement; • Investigated and conducted directed enforcement in regard to 11 specific traffic complaints (erratic drivers/speeders); • Issued 1 twelvehour suspension and charged one impaired driver; • Investigated 13 motor-vehicle collisions; • Responded to seven false alarms and seven false 911 calls; • Attended and dealt with 28 complaints of disputes, disturbances or suspicious behavior; • and, attended to assist Ottawa Fire, paramedics or bylaw officers on 14 other occasions. Back to school reminder Is it me, or did the summer really fly by? Well, fast or slow, I hope everyone had a great summer; even if it rained a bit, and is mentally prepared for whatever the new school year and fall season will spring upon us. If you are a parent of school-aged children, I have no doubt that you are already preparing yourselves and your kids for the challenge of transitioning from the fun summer holiday mode to school mode. From my experience, it isn’t as simple as flipping a switch or rebooting a computer. Perhaps, it is from that experience I am reminded of the old Staples 'Back to School'
commercial where the joyous father is dancing down the aisles to the Christmas tune, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” while his unimpressed kids reluctantly follow along. Whether you are a parent or not, one thing is for sure: all drivers must start thinking in school-driving mode. Over the summer, we haven’t had to think about school kids walking along the roadway, buses with their flashing red lights, stop signs, and school crossing signs. But now that the new school year is upon us, I would like to remind all drivers to start watching out for school kids, stop at all stop signs — not just roll though them. Be aware of the speed limits at school zones, avoid parking your vehicle in noparking and no-stopping zones, and be sure to stop when school buses are loading and unloading passengers — watch for the flashing red lights. Children have been away from the school routine for a long time and may not be as safety-conscious as they should be when going to and from school. They will be particularly preoccupied during the first weeks of the new school year, catching up on lost time with their schoolmates and just taking in the new experiences. Throughout the coming weeks, police officers and community volunteers will be out on the streets reminding drivers to slow down and drive safely. Parents are obviously concerned about the safety of their children, but child safety at school and at home is something all community members need to practise.
Life's a ditch (or two) A 36-year-old female was arrested and charged for impaired driving after she drove her vehicle through a construction zone and into a ditch. The driver then complained that her arm was sore and that she was 'loaded.' During the early morning hours of Aug. 19, the female driver from North Gower was traveling southbound on Greenbank Road when she missed the turn at the end of the road, drove through several construction signs and lost control of her vehicle. As the vehicle fishtailed out of control, it drove into a ditch and popped back out onto Prince of Wales Drive. It then veered off the roadway and ran into another ditch where the vehicle came to crunching halt as the air bags deployed. After exiting the vehicle, the driver told witnesses that she was 'loaded' and needed help in getting her vehicle out of the ditch. Pilot drops in for a visit A Canadian Forces pilot called the police dispatcher to give a head's up that he would be landing his helicopter in his parents’ back yard. Traffic Accidents: Aug. 16 A 41year-old Nepean driver was charged under the Highway Traffic Act for failing to drive in a marked lane after allegedly losing control of his vehicle. As the driver attempted to turn onto Hazeldean Road, he applied his brakes and slid off of the roadway. Aug. 21 A driver from Stittsville was traveling eastbound on Franktown Road when a steer walked into the path of his vehicle. Applying his brakes, the
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POLLSTERS: AND THE SURVEY SAYS J
ournalism has fallen on hard times of late. While the so-called bygone Golden Era of the media may not have been as pure as we'd like to remember, it's safe to say that there was a time when editors sent out reporters — sometimes in packs — to beat the bushes and learn what had happened and who had done what to whom. Alas, increased media savvy, particularly by government departments at all levels, and ever advancing technology, have made it easier for lazy scribes to fill pages with minimal effort. Not content with simply rewriting press releases and dropping their byline on it, newsrooms seem to be increasingly taking a page out of the politicians' playbook to commission polls to tell them what to write. It's bad enough to have pollsters determine government action, or inaction, and potentially frame policy, perhaps even legislation. But if the media are relying on polls to identify issues and essentially tell them what to write about, well, then we're all the poorer for it. The latest example in the local mainstream media was the "news" that suburban and rural Ottawans are unhappy with being part of an evidently dysfunctional city, which was forcibly amalgamated by the Harris government without anyone allowed to vote. In Opposition, McGuinty fought back; as premier, he has embraced the folly. Perhaps instead of paying exorbitant fees to pollsters to find their "news," mainstream print and broadcast media should simply get a subscription to this and other community newspapers who have been reporting this widespread dissatisfaction for seven years.
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Blooms Up
AWARD-WINNING PLANTERS: Sue Boivin (left), an employee of Lindsay and McCaffrey General Merchants, stands with Donna Cooper, of the Manotick BIA, Jean Ecket and Avis White, of the Manotick Horticultural Society, and Diane Pritchard, of the BIA. Lindsay and McCaffrey's won the first place prize for planters in Bloomsfest 2008.
MORE LIES OR BOGUS CRIME STATISTICS?
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t has been an interesting week as the police and provincial government fall over each other to insist that the media got it wrong when they began reporting statistics that indicated an alarming rise in violent crime across Ontario. OPP Commissioner Julian Fantiino, never media shy nor ever confused with a shrinking violet, was perhaps first off the mark, issuing a press release taking issue with the media reports. There may have been others, but however it played out by whomever spoke out, it certainly seems to have caught the attention of Queen's Park. The result? An open letter to "clarify" the discrepancy from On-
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tario Attorney General Chris Bentley. Now I would be the last person to suggest the media is infallible. We get it as right as we can, as often as we can. But,
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of the game and the basic formula for accuracy in the media — or anywhere else — is simply: Garbage in, garbage out. So, let's concede the possibility that the media did indeed get it wrong. What were they basing their misinformation on? Government statistics. Provincial government statistics. Fantino explained, in some detail, that these stats were compiled differently than the more widely accepted federal data issued by Statistics Canada. No one seems to be questioning Stats Can, which suggests, depending on your interpretation, that the crime rate is low — in fact , allegedly the lowest in more than
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If we concede that the stories and headlines were wrong — or at least confused — then it raises far more alarming questions. In particular, we have to ask, how many other government reports, studies, analyses, whatever, are also wrong or at least suspect? Personally, I think there are far greater concerns than this single story. I think that, over time, the police have become increasingly politicized by elected officials and unelected bureaucrats who have gone from oversight to intrusion. I believe that statistics, on any subject, compiled by anyone, can say whatever you want. And I think we should all be asking more questions.
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The 'new guy' speaks — Hello Ottawa! be tracking down the hard stories myself, but if the past few weeks are any indication of what I’m to expect, I’m going to have a hard time making everyone happy. However, I'm also going to have a heck of a ride, along with the rest of you, as we tackle the issues facing Lynnwood Gardens, or as you come along on my ride into the sky. I'm a firm believer in the idea that everyone has a story, everyone has an interesting life. I want to learn them all. Give me time, and you’ll start noticing that coverage
within this community is going to continually peak, and that there should be no reason for content to drop off. I’m looking forward to capturing every moment for you, but do me a favor. Please don’t pitch me stories about professional wrestling, line dancing and poker — although if anyone knows where to find a card game around here, I’m all ears. Bring me your stories, your tales, keep me in the loop and we'll have a long, healthy relationship. nathan.jahn@metroland. com
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On Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, I lost my air virginity. Never before have I done anything more adventurous than driving my car fast or going on a roller coaster. I get butterflies looking over the edge of our tenth-floor balcony. Somehow, I got this bright idea that, being at a new job, I’d challenge myself to go above and beyond (literally) my normal comfort zones. So I e-mailed John Mitchell, president of the Rideau Valley Soaring club. A couple of days later, he called to ask if I was still interested in taking a flight. We set a date for the following Thursday — contingent upon him finding a tow pilot. There was never a concern that we wouldn’t go flying, just a matter of when. So it was easy to put it at the back of my mind and tell people how I was going flying for the first time, without concerning myself. Then, Thursday morning, I got confirmation that we were going up. “Show up at 1,” he said. “And bring a hat and sunscreen.” I would find out why I needed the two items. Now it was real. Now I had to face the flight or go home forever shamed. ‘Shouldn’t my first flight be in a monstrosity on the way to Cuba?’ I asked myself. At least then I’d have the opportunity to have a few cocktails before the flight. Fortunately the weather really did do what the experts said: it cleared up. Thursday was a sunny, virtually cloudless day that most news reports had listed at 27 degrees — a warm day when you’re strapped in with nothing more than fiberglass, a plexiglass canopy and the good graces of the winds keeping us more than 3,000 feet in the air. I showed up at the field on Dilworth Road, right on the edge of the Rideau River. It’s essentially a long, mostly flat field with a few outbuildings used for storage. The grass is well kept, but the takeoff is still bumpy. John was already at the field, along with Carl Pottle, a former virtual-flight simulator enthusiast who made the jump to the real thing. He has been soaring for approximately a year, and he’s rapidly approaching being fully licensed. Carl guided me through the pilot’s daily inspection that is required before gliders soar aloft. It’s really just checking to make sure nothing is out of place or weakened (like connectors holding the cables that control the rudder and flaps). Our chosen glider was a Grob 103 C-GIAK — a dual-cockpit glider constructed by German manufacturer, Grob Aerospace. It is designed with a sturdy fiberglass construction, intended mainly for instruction and training purposes, although there are acrobatic models available. I was more than happy, initially, to avoid doing any sort of maneuvers mid-flight. Nick Major, my pilot, joined the Royal Canadian Air Cadets specifically to get his piloting licenses: he’s been a flyboy since his 16th birthday. We got the Grob ready and towed to the end of the runway, awaiting Mitchell in the tow plane; a very little single-engine plane called at Citabria. The 150-
horsepower motor managed to get us into the air with what seemed very little effort. The moment of truth arrived: I stepped into the slim-fitting cockpit, sliding my legs down the narrow leg spaces to the control pedals. The joystick sits between your legs, the air-brake lever pressed into my left leg. “Be careful around that,” Nick warned me, “when I pull it back it can hit your knee.” The four-point harness clicks into a round lock, which keeps the shoulder and lap belts very tightly secured. I took a very deep breath. “Are you okay?” asked Carl. I nodded. “Do you like roller coasters?” Yes, I do. “Then you’ll be fine.” With the canopy closed, Nick tells me to make two fists and push on the plexiglass to ensure it’s latched securely. Immediately, images of the canopy flying open mid-flight flashed through my head. Oh God! After testing the tow rope to make sure the release was working properly, we were all set to go. John slowly pulled away, the rope rapidly tightening its path prior to jerking us into motion. I don’t remember what was going through my mind; sheer terror maybe. As the Grob bounces along, I know I can’t go back. It’s the moment I’ve been preparing for all morning, all week leading up to the flight — it’s takeoff! That first moment, when the glider jumps 15 feet in the air, is stupendous. We went from bouncing to what felt like a jump without a landing. We were gliding. We immediately flew in the direction of the highway. “John must be looking for a thermal,” Nick said, referring to a hot-air pocket, which soaring pilots use to gain height — genrally no higher
than 7,500 feet. There are also ridge lift and wave lift. The latter was used to reach the highest recorded flight, booking in at just over 50,000 feet. The pilots, Steve Fossett and Einar Enevoldson, had to wear pressure suits. Wave lift is the term for the rising and sinking wind that comes off the side of a mountain. Like thermal lifts, which can be marked by cumulus clouds, they can be identified in the air by long, stationary lenticular (lens-shaped) clouds. A good trick to finding thermals is to keep an eye out for birds who are circling over nothing. We found a thermal just on the western side of the Highway 416, close to North Gower. It was a swampy area, which is great for thermals, Nick explained, because they get hotter as the day wears on and release hot air and gas. Apparently forest fires are great for lift.
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ZERO G's AT 2,000 FEET: Shortly before landing, pilot Nick Major did some some aerial acrobatics. (Above) If you look closely, you can see Nathan's cell phone floating by as the Grob 103 experiences negative gravity. Astronauts go through a similar training process. (Bottom) The very beginning of the descent as Nick prepares to drop 1,000 feet in seconds. John circled in the tow plane as the altimeter climbed. We were comfortably flying at around 1,000 feet when we hit the thermal. Suddenly, we were at 2,000 feet. “I think John wants us to disconnect,” said Nick. “Grab the yellow pull cord and get ready to let us go.” I grabbed the cord. “Okay, go ahead,” he commanded. As I pulled the cord, the resistance of the air immediately took over, forcing me against the harness. The rope coiled as it fell towards the tow plane, John tipped his wings and took off.
W e weren’t just gliding anymore, we were soaring! I started snapping pictures, but I soon put the camera away. The cockpit is small enough that the camera was just bumping into the canopy — not something I wanted to break. Nick started using the thermal to get us higher. Normally, he explained, a pilot would keep himself within the thermal at all times to get maximum lift. He took it easy on me, going in and out to keep the angle at 30 degrees. At that angle, those fiberglass wings don’t look very sturdy. It only took a few minutes, then we were beyond the 3,000 feet mark. Nick kept us in a pretty small area while we chatted and he flew. Then he started explaining how the joystick and foot pedals controlled the glider. “Do you want to try?” No. But I did. “It’s just like a car,” he said. “You turn the stick left, you turn left. You turn the stick right, you turn right.” He was smart enough to not let me control the foot pedals. “When I say, ‘You have control’, you say ‘I have control’,” he explained. “It’s just so we’re clear on who has control. “You have control.” I had control. What if I end up putting us into a spin? What if I nose dive? Oh God, I’m going to kill us! I banked left, then banked right. Hey, this isn’t so bad. Nick uttered encouraging words. I had suddenly become one with a 57-foot wide bird. I wasn’t gliding, I wasn’t even flying, I was soaring. I was literally riding the thermal winds. The hot air rising from the earth was keeping us aloft. “Okay Nick, you have control,” I said.
“I have control,” he replied. Then came the ominous question: “Do you want to do some fun stuff?” Nick’s idea of fun stuff was one of two options: we could experience positive or negative G-forces. Positive, he explained, is when you get pushed back into your seat and negative is the opposite. The next thing I know we’re taking a very sharp right bank. My entire body pressed back into the seat. It was exactly like a roller coaster ride; my cheeks caving in, my head suddenly felt very heavy. That was about three Gs of force, Nick said, explaining it starts to become dangerous at 4.7 Gs. It’s the negative G-forces that are really dangerous, because it pulls all the blood in your body towards your brain. Even at less than negative two Gs, eye and brain damage is possible. The second option, he explained, consisted of putting our nose down, then up to gain momentum … then straight down. We were winding down our flight,
having dropped 1,000 feet over the course of our 30minute flight. “We’re landing soon,” Nick said. “Do you want to try it?” I was completely unprepared for what came next. I was weightless. My cell phone slipped out of my pocket and floated past my face, my note pad ended up at the front of the cockpit. We dropped a thousand feet in a few seconds. There will be times in my life to rival that moment, but not many. I didn’t scream, or cry, or soil myself. Instead, my heart stopped and, just for a moment, a very brief moment in time, the world stopped and I was flying free. Negative Gs are amazing! Unfortunately, Nick took us back towards the landing strip after that. We were coming down at approximately 100 km/hour. The ground comes up very, very, very fast at that speed. Clunk. Nick activated the air brake, flaps that pop up on the top and bottom of the wings. We slowed down significantly, coming in from the east over the Rideau River. I was disappointed, bitterly, that the flight was over. No words can ever explain how I felt after my first flight. It was a moment in my life that I will always remember: the moment the cable released us from the tow plane and the world became quiet and peaceful. When I heeded Jimi Hendrix and I kissed the sky. For more information, turn to page 13.
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NEWS
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Break and Enter: Aug. 17 6379 Perth Street, Richmond: Stolen goods from the Home Hardware were found in a farmer’s field. Sometime between 7 p.m.,
Mischief: Aug. 15 S o u t h River Drive, Manotick: At approximately 9 p.m., suspicious sounds were heard coming from the driveway, but was not investigated. The following morning, the complainant discovered that his locked vehicle had been broken into and unknown suspects unsuccessfully attempted to dismantle the vehicle for parts. No personal items were reported stolen. Aug. 16 Manotick Mews: Sometime between 9 p.m., Aug 15 and 6 a.m., the next day, unknown suspects entered onto the Manotick Mews property and smashed several flower pots, tipped over garbage cans, destroyed screen covering to a shed, and threw sand all
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There was no reported damage to the vehicle. The complainant stated that during the night, she heard some kids hooping and hollering in the nearby park, but did not report that particular incident. Remember, parks close at 11 p.m., and drinking in the parks is not permitted. Report all suspicious incidents to police by calling 613230-6211. Aug. 21 5 5 4 6 Manotick Main Street: A complainant reported a suspicious truck backed up to the Lindsay & McCaffrey store warehouse. Upon further investigation, police determined that a film crew was on scene to shoot a movie. Good work on reporting the suspicious vehicle. This time, everything checked out fine, but next time, it may be something completely different. Keep up the great work and thanks for being the eyes and ears of your community. Aug. 21 Queenston Drive, Richmond: A complainant reported a suspicious looking homeless male, approximately 40-years-old, with dark brown hair, and wearing khaki or green pants, going door to door, and ringing door bells. The complainant stated the male showed some kind of identification. No further information is available.
Aug 16 and 6:30 a.m., the next day, unknown suspects broke into storage containers belonging to Home Hardware and stole numerous windows and Christmas items. As the suspects attempted to cart away the goods through a farmer’s field, they were scared away, leaving the stolen goods behind. Aug. 17 P a d e n Road, Burritts Rapids: A complainant called police to report an attempted B&E of her home. After returning home from holidays, the complainant discovered that her daughter failed to report an attempted B&E; which occurred on Aug. 12. Sometime that day, unknown suspect(s) attempted to pry open the front door, but were probably scared off by the family dog. Neighbors did not report seeing anything suspicious.
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Benefit horsemanship clinic to be hosted by therapeutic riding programs next month SPECIAL TO THE WEEKENDER A benefit horsemanship clinic for the Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program (LCTRP) and the Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton (TROtt) is coming to the area. Proceeds will be donated to these important associations. LCTRP and TROtt serve disabled and special needs citizens in our area. These organizations are largely dependent on fundraising and volunteer efforts to continue their work. LCTRP and TROtt serve over 150 area clients, but have extensive waiting lists due to budget constraints. Both organizations assist area residents with disabilities including: cerebral palsy; visual impairment; autism; developmental delay; Down syndrome; learning disabili-
ties and others. The benefits of riding therapy include: increased coordination, strengthened muscles and building confidence, independence and self-esteem. Riders develop memory, concentration, communication skills and the ability to plan and problem solve. Chris Irwin is a world renowned horse trainer, best selling author, host of the Horsemanship Training Library at Horse.com, magazine columnist and one of the most sought-after clinicians in North America and Europe. Two of Chris’s top trainers, Walter and Gisela Mantler, are the clinicians scheduled for this event. The Mantler’s have trained extensively with Chris over many years to achieve their Gold and Silver certifications.
Walter’s Gold certification is the highest level attained by Chris Irwin trainer thus far. The clinic will be held September 13–14 from 9 am to 5 pm at Black Creek Sporthorses, 2180 South River Rd. in Kemptville. Black Creek has a 22-stall barn, new state-of-the-art indoor arena, outdoor riding rings and professional track. Owner Cliff Anderson and new manager Darlene Reich have generously donated use of their facility for this fund raising event. They can be reached at 613-258-2512. This benefit is produced and managed by Dara Wagner of Crossroads Equestrian Center in Oxford Station, a new stable with special interest in Chris Irwin’s training methods and holistic horse care.
Dara is dedicated to NonResistance training and has personally trained with Chris Irwin and his top trainers. As the mother of a child with special needs, Dara is particularly interested in
supporting therapeutic riding programs. Space is still available for two participants and their horses. Advance registration is required for participants. Auditors can register at the
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FLOWER POWER: The Royal Bank, in Manotick, won the Consistent Contributor prize for Manotick's Bloomsfest 2008. On hand were Donna Cooper and Diane Pritchard, of the BIA, Jean Eacket and Avis White, of the Manotick Horticultural Society, and Sean Gibson, manager of the RBC branch.
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COMMENTARY
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s reported in an earlier column, drainage and provincial wetland designations — both old and new, are on-going problems across the city, particularly in Rideau-Goulbourn Ward. Affected landowners are battling not only with the city, the province, conservation authorities, but also with the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO). In the Rideau-Goulbourn case, wetlands are being created, in the main, by poor drainage, beavers and provincial regulations in regards to the designated provincial significant wetlands. Property owners are seeing their land values decrease as the wetlands are
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rifice their livelihood and/or investment without compensation. Thus, the city appointed Robinson Consultants Inc., in October 2006, to prepare a report for the construction and improvements of the Upper Flowing Creek Municipal Drain as a result of petition by the property owners under Section 4 of the Drainage Act, RSO 1990. On Aug. 12, Robinson Consultants submitted its engineering report to the city for the construction and improvements of the existing upper Flowing Creek, to be known as the Upper Flowing Creek Municipal Drain, located in the former Township of Goulbourn. The existing Upper Flow-
ing Creek is a watercourse which includes portions of the original natural watercourse. The existing watercourse currently is not a municipal drain. The report will provide for modifications, improvements, and incorporation as a municipal drain of the Upper Flowing Creek, and will permit the city to deal with unauthorized modification of the watercourse. Further, the existing branch of the Upper Flowing Creek shall also be incorporated into the municipal drain. The proposed drainage works has skyrocketed due to DFO requirements and the additional work by the consultants to satisfy those
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Gliding through the years: A brief history on soaring NATHAN JAHN WEEKENDER STAFF Early flight began with gliders. The Wright Brothers even had to begin with rough glider designs in their quest to achieve true self-propelled flight. However, the sport of gliding originates mainly in Germany. After the First World War, the Treaty of Versailles
imposed severe restrictions on the manufacture and use of single-seat powered aircraft. As a result, German aircraft makers began refining gliders and their associated technology, harnessing the powers of our atmosphere to fly farther and faster than previously in gliding history. The first recorded gliding competition was held at the Wasserkuppe (Germany for
“water peak”), in 1920. The best flight lasted two minutes and set a world record for distance at two kilometres. Today, more than 500 pilots worldwide have travelled distances exceeding 1,000 kilometres. Gliding even achieved status as an Olympic sport at the 1936 Berlin Games as a
demonstration sport. It was slated to become an official event in the 1940 games, but the Second World War erupted, and the games were cancelled. As a result, Olympic competition has been replaced by the World Gliding Championships. With more than 100,000
active glider pilots worldwide, it makes for some fierce competition. Canada has approximately 1,200 of those pilots; Germany leads the pack with more than 34,000 licensed pilots. The Rideau Valley Soaring (RVS) club, which launched in 1973 with just
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Launching a glider WEEKENDER STAFF There are several ways to launch a glider. The Tow The glider is attached to the tow plane using a skinny yellow rope. This is the most common way to launch a glider. The tow pilot takes the glider to the desired height and place where the glider pilot will then release the tow line. During the tow, the glider pilot keeps the glider in one of two positions: a “low tow” or “high tow”, meaning below or above the wake of the tow plane. Going through the wake of the plane feels like going across the wake of a boat while in a tube. The Winch The winch involves attaching the glider to a large cable stretched down the runway and at the other end is a winch vehicle. The winch pulls the 3,000-5,500-foot cable and the glider ends up in the air, around 1,300 feet where the winch is then released. This method is apparently more common in Europe and gains a following due to its cheaper cost, but since flights start at a lower altitude, it can often translate to shorter flights. The Bungee Launch This is exactly how it sounds: Place the glider at the top of a gently sloping hill with a concrete block
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or religious belief must be completed and returned to the Health Unit.” Without proof or proper documentation, parents may receive a letter from the Health Unit and their child could be suspended from school until their immunization records are complete.” This regulation protects other students and staff from getting sick. The Health Unit will let parents know if their child’s records are not complete and ask them to: • send an updated record of immunization to the Health Unit, or • contact their physician or the Health Unit to arrange for immunization To let the Health Unit know that your child has received a vaccine, call 613-933-1375 or 1 800 2677120. Ask for the Immunization department.
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Don't presume, call your doctor for test results To the Editor: What is happening to our hospitals in this day of computers and fax machines? Why is so hard to get reports from one hospital to another? I had a pre cancer in my breast in 1999 then in 2006 I had cancer again. A lumpectomy was done followed with chemo and radiation. Since then I have had a yearly mammogram, the latest
being done March 17. The Oncologist in Kingston that ordered the mammogram did not call me for further testing until May 3 — 50 days after I had the mammogram. I don’t know if the report didn’t get sent to Kingston or if it sat on someone’s desk there. For a high-risk person, such as myself, I find this totally unacceptable. This time around I had to have a mastectomy, which I had July 7, in Brockville.
I went to Kingston Aug. 12, for what I thought was a follow up to my surgery only to find out they knew nothing of the surgery. Again, no pathology reports sent to Kingston or reports from the X-rays and ultrasound I had done in Brockville (five weeks later). I know this letter is not going to help me, but I’m hoping it might help someone else.
Whenever you have tests done make sure you call and get the results, don’t just think as I did, if you don’t hear anything then everything must be OK. Call your doctor, don’t count on the hospital getting the reports to the right people in a timely manner, you have to follow up your self. Staying Strong. Barbara Best Brockville
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Sector Fire Chief Paul Hutt lays out some very basic parameters. If you want to be part of the community and want to play an important role in emergency services, then the Ottawa Fire Services wants to talk to you. In a press release, Hutt is very specific, noting they are looking for volunteer recruits to staff fire halls in the villages of Metcalfe, Greely, Osgoode and Manotick.
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De-worming your horse? By Christina L. Young, Registered Veterinary Technician
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ell, it’s coming up to that time of year again, and we need to start thinking about de-worming our equine friends. As much as we don’t want to admit it, all horses have internal parasites. It’s just a matter of how many, and how do we as care givers keep the worm numbers down. Let me state up front that a negative fecal count does not necessarily mean that the horse in question does not have parasites. It could just be that the parasites are at a life stage where they are undetectable. Parasite ova are not always visible with regular fecal testing, and some might never be seen - such as tapeworm ova - which require a separate fecal test to find. That being said, there still seems to be some confusion when it comes to worming horses. How often do we do it? Is it necessary to rotate worming products? Which ones are really safe to use? Let me start by giving an overview of the ingredients found in the most popular de-wormers today. Ivermectin: This is the most effective broad spectrum de-wormer; as well as being the one drug that roundworms do not build up a resistance to. It will kill roundworms, pinworms, large and small strongyles, hair worms, stomach worms, threadworms and bots. Ivermectin is also safe for foals and pregnant mares; and can be used in stallions without affecting their fertility. This product has a wide margin of safety - IE: It takes 10X the dose before harmful effects can be observed in the horse. This is great when comparing to an ingredient such as Moxidectin, in which adverse affects can be observed at 3X the recommended dose. Moxidectin: Moxidectin is a highly effective de-wormer that not only takes care of pinworms, large and small strongyles, hairworms, stomach worms and bots; it also takes care of those pesky encysted small strongyles - which can potentially cause the most damage. These guys lie dormant in the intestinal lining of the horse for up to 2 years. Then when the time is right, they erupt simultaneously from their cysts, perforating the intestinal lining and filling the horses guts with toxins as well as their bodies. If there are enough of them, this can lead to colic, ulceration, and even death. Moxidectin is the only wormer that can penetrate the tough cyst that these worms develop in, and kill the small strongyles before they get a chance to hatch. This makes it an excellent de-wormer; however as stated earlier, it has a much narrower margin of safety than most products; and dosing directions should be followed very carefully. Pyrantyl Pamoate: This drug helps control worms by killing such species as large and small strongyles, pinworms and roundworms. In a doubled dose, Pyrantyl Pamoate will also kill tapeworms. This product has a wide margin of safety and is good for all horses over the age of 8 weeks.
Fenbendazole: This product helps eliminate such species of worms as large and small strongyles, roundworms and pinworms. However it belongs to the family of compounds: benzimidazole - to which certain species of small strongyles have become resistant. Fenbendazole is a fairly safe drug to use, but should not be over used, as there are some resistance concerns. Praziquantel - This is the anthelmintic most commonly used in combinations, or on it’s own in order to control tapeworms. It is highly effective and safe when used at the recommended doses. How often do I de-worm my horse? The short answer is: not as often as you thought. There is no need to deworm any more than 3 times per year, unless there has been known exposure and the horse owner is really concerned about any number of worms. The fact is that most commercial anthelmintics (or dewormers) offer a period of residual action, so the horse is usually protected from reinfection for a period of time after the actual de-worming. This usually lasts about a month, but up to three months depending on the wormer used. Ideally, you only want to worm Spring, Summer and Fall - not winter - as this could lead to cyathstomosis - a condition where intestinal worms respond to the de-wormer by poking their little heads out of the gut lining in which they have been hiding. This creates tens of thousands of tiny holes which irritate the G.I. tract; and could lead to any number of gastro intestinal issues. Not to mention that if you have dewormed in the fall with a good product offering some residual action, there should be no need for a mid winter deworming. The cysts that would be a threat in warm weather are all buried under ice and snow at this time of year, and therefore will not be taken up again by the horses through grazing, as they would in the spring and summer. To help keep worm populations down in your barn once the warm weather rolls around again, keep things tidy and regularly muck stalls and paddocks. Another thing not always thought of is to rotate your paddocks with other livestock if it is possible. For example if you have one field on your farm where you pasture cows all the time, try switching with the horses. They do not share the same parasites, and therefore act as a parasite control in that when a cow ingests the parasitic larva of a horse, it cannot survive, and thus the population is diminished by being ingested by the wrong host. Do I really need to rotate dewormers? There are conflicting thoughts on this matter, depending on who you ask. Some vets will recommend rotating de-wormers to help prevent worms from becoming resistant to certain products; as has already started to happen with the family of compounds which includes benzimidazole.
Other vets will say that if you practice proper parasite control in your barn, including keeping the environment clean and dosing appropriately for each horse, you should have no problems with resistance. That being said they would obviously not recommend using a product of the benzimidazole family for all your de-worming needs. One reason to rotate anthelmintics which everyone agrees on is to strategically target certain types of worms. For example if you used something like Pyrantel Pamoate to treat your pregnant mare for the roundworms seen in her droppings last spring, you may want to employ a wormer with Praziquantel to target tapeworms come summer or fall. Worming tips: Support the guts - As we all know, a horse’s gastro intestinal tract is a delicate thing. You don’t want the horses intestines to become clogged, causing an impaction. You also don’t want to upset the balance of beneficial vs. harmful bacteria in the hind gut. I always recommend giving horses a bran mash while they are being de-wormed. Don’t offer the the mash with or just after de-worming, as this will push the de-wormer throught the G.I. tract too fast to allow proper absorbtion; but do give a bran mash a couple of days before and after, to help clear the guts of dead worms; and keep things moving smoothly along. It is also a good idea to give your horse a good pro-biotic during worming. This helps to nourish and restore the beneficial bacteria that may have been damaged or killed by the de-wormer entering your horses intestines. More is not always better - If you have a horse whose deworming history is unclear, or if you’ve done a fecal test and the egg count is very high, do not set out to immediately kill all the worms at once. The massive die off of worms releases toxins into your horse’s system, which could be harmful. Also, the number of bodies that will suddenly flood the horse’s G.I. could cause an impaction. Instead, it’s better to use a product that will kill some of the worms, but not all of them at once. This is termed an incomplete or partial kill. In a couple of months you can then safely use a product that advertizes efficacy in the most species of worms, and go for a complete kill. Another reason not to just give a horse the full tube is that geriatric horses, and those with other issues may have adverse reactions with even a small increase above the recommended dose for the weight of that horse. All in all, worming can be stressful for some people; but if you follow a few simple guidelines and practice a little common sense you can keep your equid safe and relatively worm free. Unfortunately the cope of this article does not lend to a very lengthy and in depth education. For more information on de-worming your horse, please visit www.ontariohorseman.org.
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POLITICAL NEWS Ambulance response times A recent report from the City of Ottawa indicates a very disturbing trend in regard to ambulance response times. In both urban and rural areas, the wait times for ambulances is getting longer. Despite spending millions of dollars in hiring new paramedics and buying new ambulances, we are not addressing the real issue. I have consistently called for the province, the city and city hospitals to come up with a new program to discharge patients from ambulances to the hospitals. It is not unusual to see five or six ambulances parked at the hospital as the paramedics wait to discharge patients. Over the next month, I will be preparing a proposal to the Community and Protective Services committee to help solve this serious problem. Please send our office any information you may have about ambulance response times in the rural areas.
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Doug Thompson Carleton Farm Forum Pierre Poilievre, MP for Nepean-Carleton, is hosting a Town Hall Meeting on Sept. 17, 7 p.m., at St. Mark High School in the gymnasium. He has invited Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz to discuss the status of the farming industry. This event is free to all interested parties. Tell your neighbours about this very important event that may help shape the future of farming in Canada. Call our office at (613) 580-2490 and speak to Jennifer Charlebois or Pierre’s
COMMUNITY NEWS O-YA : Village Raised – World Ready The Osgoode Youth Association (O-YA) is probably one of the most remarkable success stories in all of Ontario! The concept of developing a program and a facility for the youth of Osgoode Village was coordinated by local community leaders. Over the years, both the program and facility have been an outstanding support for our youth. Last Saturday, I was understandably proud to have been part of the WIN-WIN presentations at the O-YA centre. As part of my commitment to the Osgoode Youth Association, I donated a mountain bike to this summer program. Scouting Osgoode Scouting is having their registration night for the upcoming scouting year, on Sept. 8 , at the O-
YA Centre on Osgoode Main Street, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. We offer fun-filled programs for Beavers (ages 5-7), Cubs (ages 8-10), and Scouts (ages 11-13), focusing around games, crafts, music, storytelling, playacting, spiritual fellowship, and outdoor and environmental activities. For more information, please send an e-mail to hshore@magma.ca. Greely Legion Branch 627 News The Greely Legion Mixed Dart League will be starting its regular Friday Night season on Sept. 5, at 8 p.m. No matter what your skill level, you are all invited to come out for this fun league. For registration information, call Dan Vallier at (613) 448-9182. Just Kiddin’ Theatre: Registration Our community is excited that the Just Kiddin’ Theatre is now accepting registrations for the 2008-2009 session. The “Theatre” has really brought joy to our young ar-
tistic Community with their outstanding programs. Calling kids age 9+ with a love of drama! The next drama session will begin right after Thanksgiving. Participants will develop their skills through a combination of games and exercises as well as an authentic rehearsal and production process. The result will be a fulllength play to be performed May 1 – 3, 2009. Registration closes Sept. 26t, but don’t wait as only a few spaces are left. Visit www.justkiddintheatre.com for details and registration. Kenmore Drop- In Centre Calling to the youth – would you like to spend an interesting evening having fun and meeting new people? Well, you have to check out the Anchor. It is now fully operational, complete with canteen (cheap!), air hockey, ping-pong, etc., awesome music and lots of other cool stuff to do.
The Kenmore DropIn Centre is in the Baptist Church basement and is open from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (or so) every Friday night. All youth between the ages of 12 and 18 are welcome. Come out and join the fun and meet the other teens in your area. Thanks to all the volunteers and people who have made generous donations to show our youth how much we care about them. For more information, contact Mark at (613) 7743703 or Christy at (613) 821-4936. PUBLIC HEALTH Well Water Testing If you missed the recent spring well water collection testing, water samples can be dropped off any Thursday at the Metcalfe Public Library, 8th Line Road, 11 a.m.– 1 p.m., or at the North Gower client-service centre 8:30 a.m. – noon. Quote: “The fewer the facts, the stronger the opinion.”
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Celebrate Riverfest! The end of the summer season is celebrated at Pinhey’s Point with Riverfest, this year on Aug. 30 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “It’s a celebration of the Ottawa River and its influence on the region,” said Patricia Lamarche, education and interpretative programs officer for Pinhey's Point. There will be demonstrations of heritage trades such
as tinsmithing and open hearth cooking. The entertainment line-up includes costumed re-enactors, storytelling, crafts, boat rides, musicians, voyageur games and lumberjack skill demonstrations, just to name a few. “This is the first year we have a two-day event and we’ve expanded the content,” said museum administrator Laura Peters.
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Admission for Riverfest is $5 per person or $10 per family. A complementary shuttle bus will run from the Eagleson park and ride lot. Complete event listings are available on the website (see information box below.) At right, families took to the water to learn hands-on about voyageur lifestyles during last year's Riverfest.
Keeping up appearances in old March Township Margaret Sambol Pinhey’s Point Historic Site is unique among historic houses, not just for the well-preserved interior, but the untraditional story of its inhabitants. “Museums frequently tell the story of rags to riches,” said museum administrator Laura Peters. “The Pinhey story is not exactly the opposite, but it is one of dreams not necessarily fulfilled.” As education and interpretative programs officer Patricia Lamarche explains, Hamnett Kirkes Pinhey wasn’t able to break into the upper echelons of society in England despite his merchant fortune, so he hoped to start afresh as a landed gentlemen in the colonies after retiring at age 35. The museum tells the story of March Township settlement through Pinhey’s life. March Township was not heavily settled when Pinhey arrived, which would have appealed to him because as there was an opportunity for leaders to step up. Pinhey used his position as messenger in the Napoleonic wars to claim a land grant in Canada as a military officer. He hoped for a 1,000-acre grant, but arrived in the former March Township to just 200 acres. He named his estate Horaceville after his eldest son. In 1820 he built a log cabin on his land, bordering the Ottawa River and brought his family over the following year. The ruins of that original kitchen and the
log cabin foundation still stand next to the mansion. The second thing Pinhey built was a ballroom to entertain the local military officers, showing his social elitist aspirations. “He wanted to be a leader in March Township,” Peters said. “He built a church, invested in the community and employed labourers, but he was never financially a leader.” He built the church next to his house so his daughters wouldn’t have to walk through swamps, which forced 80 per cent of congregation to make that trek. Even with it right next door, Pinhey’s wife Mary Anne insisted on being carried to church in a chaise lounge. “He had a vision of becoming the patriarch of the community,” Lamarche said. Pinhey served in many
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local ment. Although his money from his merchant days were enough to sustain him and hire labourers to work his land, Pinhey did not meet with the success he dreamed of. He operated a grist mill
Postcard perfect at Pinhey's Point Left: Heather Montgomery and Corinna Prior give tours of the Pinhey's estate (shown below). Right: Heather Bijman makes rope the old-fashioned way in one of the museum's programs. Inset: Hamnett Kirkes Pinhey purchased cannons as a status symbol.
and saw mill on his property, but it was fed by an often-dry creek. His position on the river was selected for prestige, but the soil was rocky and poor and the family’s fortune slowly declined. “The poorer immigrants moved inland and were ironically more successful in agriculture,” Peters said. Pinhey was conversely both frugal and pretentious. His first floor is modelled after that of royalty, where common people would be allowed only into the great hall, business associates would be invited into a library and only close family and friends would have access to the parlour. The wood floor in the parlour is coated in a costly stain to show his wealth, but the centre of the room is simply painted, because Pinhey wouldn’t spend the money on something that would be covered by a rug. “Pinhey found ways to give the perception of wealth,”
Lamarche said. Pinhey was also a quirky character who built unidentified structures on his property without informing anyone of the purpose. He purchased small cannons and would salute dignitaries as they passed on the river. The 88-acre estate remained in the Pinhey family until the 1970s when it passed into public ownership, eventually becoming a City of Ottawa property at amalgamation. The 19th century interior of the home was remarkably well-preserved and is now
UPCOMING The museum offers extensive interactive programs so there is always something new to see and do on repeat visits. The children’s programs are capped at a 1:7 staff to participant ratio so kids get plenty of help and attention. Upcoming events include: • Junior Naturalist Club: Discover the wonders of nature through this interactive and hands-on workshop. Saturdays in September from 1 to 3 p.m. Admission: $5 per child. • Geocaching: Go on your own treasure hunt using GPS units on the banks of the Ottawa River at Pinhey's Point. Sunday, Sept. 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit ottawa.ca/ museums or call 613-247-4830 to register.
• Craft Beer Tasting: Join our beer connoisseur, Geoffrey Skeggs and learn about the different subtle aromas of craft beers of the region. The beers will be paired with cheese, meat, and chocolate! Reservations are required. 19 and up. Sept. 18, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission: $30 per person. • Campfire Storytelling: Gather around a campfire, snack on marshmallows and listen to stories on the beautiful shore of the Ottawa River. Sept. 27, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Admission: $5 per person, $7 per pair, $10 per family. Check the website for upcoming information on a ghost walk, Victorian Christmas and Victorian Easter.
protected under the Ontario Heritage Tr u s t . Peters said this d e s ignation is rare for the interior of a building which usually is applied to the architecture. It is also rare among historic houses in Ontario in that it was occupied by a single family for 150 years. “It’s a beautiful site with a beautiful view,” Lamarche said. The museum has recently benefited from new city money under the museum sustainability plan. This has allowed the museum to make Lamarche’s position permanent and develop a strategic plan for capital projects. Peters said the museum is hoping to get community input on what they want the
site to be in two, five, 10 and 25 years. “We want to know the best way to tell this story and make it accessible to the public,” Peters said. The museum is also looking to restore the landscaping as close as is feasible to its 19th century appearance. Peters said the plans will integrate the site’s popularity as a park for picnickers and boaters. “The house is architecturally unique: there is not a house like this that exists from this time period,” Peters said. “The site is beloved as a park. The greenspace is quiet, family friendly and free.” Each week Ottawa Region Media Group will be profiling one of the 11 community- and city-owned museums in the Ottawa Museum Network. Keep reading to learn about the heritage treasures and amazing history of your city.
INFORMATION Address: 270 Pinhey's Point Rd., Dunrobin, ON Contact: visit www.ottawa.ca/museums and click on Pinhey's Point or call 613-832-4347. Hours: Summer, 12 to 5 p.m. Wednesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tours available. Admission: By donation (some programs and events have cost recovery fee.) Directions: From Hwy. 417, take the March Road exit and head north. Turn right on Dunrobin Road and immediately right on Riddell Drive. Follow the curve left onto Sixth Line Road, then turn right on Pinhey’s Point Road. Also accessible by boat from the Ottawa River.
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Ottawa Classifi Classifieds eds TEL: 613-258-3451 • FAX: 613-258-0617
connie.seguin@metroland.com • www.ottawaregionmediagroup.com DEATHS
IN MEMORIAMS
WEDDINGS
Muriel McGruder
In Memoriam
WEDDINGS & BAPTISMS, Civil or Christian, location of your choice. Also small weddings, weekdays, my home, $100. The Reverend Alan Gallichan. 613726-0400.
Peacefully at the Winchester and District Memorial Hospital on Saturday, August 16, 2008. Muriel McGruder of Iroquois, age 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Cecil McGruder. Loving mother of Joyce and David McGruder. Predeceased by her sister Edith Riis. Sadly missed by her two grandchildren Cindy and Daniel. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Peters and the wonderful staffs at Winchester Hospital and the Hartford Retirement Centre, and especially to Brenda and Lynn for their excellent care, kindness and compassion, and to David McLaughlin of Marsden and McLaughlin for all his help. Donations to the Winchester Hospital would be gratefully acknowledged by the family.
Strader, Doris Eliza (Knowles)
Happy 50th Anniversary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Flinn; Ryan Patrick
May 22, 1980 August 29, 1998 In memory of my loving son who died tragically 10 years ago. Remembering you is easy, We do it everyday; But missing you’s a heartache, that never goes away. Lovingly remembered, and sadly missed Mom P.S. Special little nieces Stacers and Courtney send love up to heaven to Uncle Ryan...xoxo CL11449
NEPEAN MORNING MEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE Looking for players. All games played M-F @ 7am at Nepean SportsPlex and Walter Baker. Average 2 games/week. Contact Cliff 613-721-0039
Vince & Claire Morin August 30th, 2008
BIRTHDAYS Happy 85th Birthday
Gladys Scott August 26, 2008
“For nothing loved is ever lost, And you were loved so much..”
Friends may call at Chris Slater Funeral Home, 416 Dibble St. West, Prescott, on Wednesday evening from 7-9pm and again on Thursday Aug 21, 2008 at St. Paul’s United Church, Prescott, from 12-2pm. Funeral Services to follow. Family will meet with friends at a reception in the church hall afterwards. We look forward to sharing our memories of this wonderful lady who was our mother. Donations to the charity of choice will be gratefully acknowledged. Condolences and donations may be sent online at: CL11433
A booklet of commemorative verses is available at this newspaper. We sincerely hope it will prove to be of service to readers who are desirous of selecting a suitable verse for their In Memoriam.
Social Announcements • Births • Deaths • Thank You • Stags • Engagements • Weddings • Anniversaries • Graduations • Birthdays
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With deep sadness, we announce the death of our mother, Doris Strader, on Sunday August 17, 2008. She passed away at Wellington House, Prescott, in this, her 93rd year. She was the daughter of the late Rev. and Mrs. Thomas Knowles, who spent their retirement years in the Prescott area. Mother was predeceased by her husband Raymond, brother Douglas Knowles, and son-in-law Ronald Ferris. She will be dearly missed by all of us: daughter Carole Ferris of Brockville, son Allan Strader of Toronto, and son Robert Strader of Prescott. As well, she leaves behind grandsons Michael Ferris (Jennifer Burns) and Scott Ferris (Jodie Bain), and four cherished great-grandchildren, Zoe, Ruby, Jallan and Kaden Ferris.
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ANNIVERSARIES
Best Wishes Only Carole Sabourin and Michel Morin
WEDDINGS
We did it!
Kemptville Advance Iroquois Chieftain Kemptville Weekender Ottawa South Weekender
Call: 613-258-3451 Fax: 613-258-0617 Email: connie.seguin@metroland.com
Because you have shared in their lives by your friendship and love, their children are inviting family, friends and neighbors to attend and celebrate this special occasion Mass at 5pm in their honor at Holy Cross Church in Kemptville, Reception at 7:30pm at the Oddfellows Hall, Clothier St. West, Kemptville.
Audrey, Karen, Cindy & all your family.
Thank You We would like to thank our family, friends and neighbours who came to celebrate with us on our 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 14. Also we would like to thank everyone for the beautiful cards and gifts which we will treasure forever. Hope you all had a good time. It was such a pleasure seeing each and everyone of you. We would like to thank our family - David and Brenda, Ron and Sue, Diana and Dan, and Gary, also my mother and sisters Verna, Lila, June, and Eleanor and my niece Gloria for helping to organize the evening. Thanks to all the girls who helped decorate, make food and put it out that night. Thanks to the girls who made the anniversary cake. People came from as far away as Orangville, Kitchener and Cranbrook, B.C. Thanks again to everyone for making our 50th Anniversary a day to remember. Anna and Joe Como
VEHICLES
ANYWHERE SATELLITE/INTERNET Dish plus Star Choice Arm with all attachments and instructions. This unit is light and portable, good at any location. (rv, cottage and home). Only used 6 months. Asking $1550.00. If interested I can be reached at 613866-9484
-USED BOOKSBook Market 144 Prescott St. Kemptville, ON 613-258-5509 100,000 BOOKS IN STOCK
1996 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. Etested, will safety. 1 Owner, 165k kilometers. Mint $3500 or B.O. Phone 613-828-2088
++40+ USED APPLIANCES, most are newer models with energy star certification. Free delivery, one year warranty. Call for prices and details. 613-623-1077 ARIENS GARDEN tractor, 17hp, Kohler engine, 4ft. mower, 4ft. 2 stage snow blower, $1,250. Phone 613-924-1628 after 6pm. BRAND NEW never used Moffatt 18cu/ft fridge, stove, and dishwasher. All three for $1000. Contact Colin Crosbie 613-692-0176 FRIDGE AND FREEZER, side by side; 30” electric stove, very good condition. Phone 613258-7654. GROUP QUILT FRAME Full width stand alone quilting frame. Ratchet hardware rolls quilt to even tension. Adjustable end boards to set desired width for working area. Accommodates up to 96” (queen size) quilt. $125 OBO Debbie after 5pm 613-623-5085
KENMORE WASHER and Inglis dryer, both in excellent shape, $250. each. Gold Whirlpool stove, self cleaning, ceramic top, $600. Phone 613-821-2834.
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FOR SALE
HOSPITAL BED: electric, w/remote control, good operating condition, newer mattress, very comfortable, $550. IV pole $30. Phone 613258-2921.
Have a wonderful day!
xoxo
FOR SALE
Hélène Mousseau & Robert E. Parent
LOAD RITE ski doo/boat trailer, 5’ 3” wide, 16’ FIREWOOD long. For boats 10’ to 15’, $750. Call 613-269ALL CLEAN dry split 4247.3 hardwood, ready to burn $130/face cord tax inMOBILITY SCOOTER clu.(approx. 4’ x 8’ x BLOW OUT SALE!! Up to $600.00 off select 16”). Reliable, free delivmodels. Call SILVER ery to Nepean, Kanata, Richmond, CROSS for all your mo- Stittsville, Manotick, half orders bility needs. available. 613-223-7974. 613-231-3549 DRY FIREWOOD: Cut NEILL’S GREENHOUSE and split, going fast, call Special 2 for 1 price on today. Dave Como Logall Perennials. Lots of ging, 613-258-3987. Planters, Hwy 508 and Hwy 17, Glasgow.
HUNTING SWIMMING POOLS 16 x 32 inground pool, complete with pump filter, 6 foot staircase, ladder, maintenance kit, installation and 30” concrete deck, only $20,498 (taxes included). Price based on site inspection. Financing available. Call Pool Builders at 613-889-2757 or 613836-1324. PoolBuildersOttawa.ca
HUNTER SAFETY and Canadian Firearms Course September 19, 20, 21, Arnprior. Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.
HUNTER SAFETY/Canadian Firearm Safety Courses. Held throughout the Valley all year. Organize a group, get your’s free. Gift certificates available, competitive pricing, Dave Arbour, 613-257-7489. www.valleysportsman TOMATOES, POTAshow.com TOES, sweet corn, cucumbers, canning tomatoes @ $18.00/bus. PETS Dentz Orchard and Berry Farm 4766 County Rd 16 RR#1 Iroquois. Open Monday to Saturday 2 STANDARD POODLE 8:00am to 6:00pm. Puppies for sale, 1 male Closed Sunday. 613- cream, 1 female black. 14 weeks, first and sec652-2397 ond vaccinations done. $500. each. Call 613WASHER AND DRYER 284-0240. set $500.; fridge and stove set, $1,000. Phone ADORABLE KITTENS 613-258-7803. WHITE AND GREY. HOT TUB (SPA) CoversBest Price. Best quality. All shapes and colours. Call 1-866-585-0056. www.thecoverguy.ca
Children $20/each. 3451
friendly Call 613-720-
BOARDING. TLC for smaller dogs. My home. Retired breeder. $20 daily. Marg 613-721-1530.
FOR SALE CKC REGISTERED German Shepherd puppies, ready to go. Phone Bonnie after 4pm weekdays at 613-652-4185.
with family and dear friends were married in their garden in Oxford Mills on Saturday, August 2nd, 2008.
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HOUSES FOR RENT
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
TUTORING
LESSONS
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SERVICES
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Glen Cairn Discover 69 Laurie Court, a lovely bungalow in a quiet, very private location. Strip hardwood floors in living room and eating area, wood burning fireplace, central air, 2 + 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, partly finished basement. $254,900. OPEN HOUSE 2-4 pm Sunday, Sunday September 7th. Clive Pearce, Broker of Record, Guidestar Realty Corporation, Brokerage. 613-226-3018
W AT E R F R O N T- n e a r 401 and 416-3 or 4 or 5 bedroom exe. homes incl. bungalow + 1 and 2 bedroom waterfront apt.Sept. or Oct. 613-9252203 www.afantasticplace.com
TWO BEDROOM, in Chesterville, second floor, fully renovated up and down duplex, large yard, parking for 2 cars, storage shed, 5 appliances. Quiet, non-smoking, no pets. Available Oct. 1. Heat, hydro and utilities included, $850. per month. 613-7204328.
ABC GOVERNMENT Language Training; French, English, Math and Physics tutoring; individual lessons; elementary and high school students welcome. Call Marta or George at 613836-5946. www.metelski.ca
STUDENTS WANTED! MILL Music’s School of music. All ages, levels. Guitar, Bass, Banjo, Violin, Keyboard, Drums, Mandolin, details call Kurt’s 613-432-438. We rent instruments! www.millmusic.ca
2 FULL TIME Spaces Available. Mother of 2 will provide TLC, indoor & outdoor play, fun social setting, safe and healthy smoke-free home. CPR/First Aid/Police checked. References Available. Hilary 613838-3977
CARPENTRY, REPAIRS, REC ROOMS, DECKS, etc. Reasonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-8322540 or 613-299-4335.
SEND A LOAD to the dump cheap. Clean up clutter, garage-sale, leftover’s or leaf and yard waste. 613-256-4613
613-622-
HOUSES FOR RENT SHORT TERM RENTAL November-April, Kanata House. Furnished/equipped. Parking, snow removal. $1700/month all inclusive ideal for couples waiting for new home completion, no pets/smokers. 613-5921100.
BEAUTIFUL APARTMENT in Kemptville, 2 bedrooms, in floor gas hot water heating system. Fridge, stove, parking, all included. $850.00 plus utilities. No pets. Available Oct. 1. Call Nik 613-258-2046 or 613880-3046.
CARDINAL: Newly constructed ground level 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Two units, wheelchair accessible, 4 new appliances. Private yards and parking, $625THREE BEDROOM 775 per month plus home in Kemptville. utilities. Available Sept. $1,025. plus utilities. Call 613-258-7551. Phone Gary Durie 613258-1990. FURNISHED 2 & 3 BEDROOM UNITS. Ideal for TWO STOREY, 3 bed- temporary accommodaroom house in South tions (house building, Mountain, available employment, etc). LakeSept. 1, $925. per month side country setting. Co plus utilities. Phone 613- muting distance to Kana989-5348 or call Nicole ta. Monthly. 613-267613-989-2367. 4450, 1-888-983-6333.
KANATA Available Immediately
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3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unfinished basement, one parking spot. $965 per month plus utilities. 613-831-3445 613-257-8629
$$MONEY$$ CONSOLIDATE DEBTS, mortgages to 100%, no income, bad credit OK! The Mortgage Centre 1-800-2821169.
MUSIC/DANCING INSTRUCTION GUITAR INSTRUCTION; Professional, award-winning guitarist with over 40 years experience now accepting guitar & bass students. Beginner to advanced. Call Brian at 613-8318990, Glen Cairn. PIANO LESSONS - Royal Conservatory,Theory, ear training or just for fun. 20 plus years experience. Lessons at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Kanata or at my North Gower Studio. David Chin B.Mus., 613-2860351
ONE BEDROOM apartment, $700. per month, all inclusive at Sandy Mountain. No Pets. Phone 613-989-2058.
VIOLIN LESSONS Experienced, friendly, qualified teaching. All ages welcome. Teaching Suzuki, Fiddle, RCM, Playing by Ear and Theory. Kathleen at 613266-5839 or 613-7213526.
RIDEAU WATERFRONT, large ground floor, 3 bedroom, 5 appliances, summer kitchen. Heat, hydro, property maintenance included. Docking facilities. October, first/last, $1,295. 613-948-0159 or cell 613-852-0118.
WORLD CLASS DRUMMER (of Five Man Electrical Band) is now accepting students. Private lessons, limited enrollment, free consultation. Call Steve, 613-8315029. www.stevehollingworth.ca
Info: 613-692-0004 • 815 River Rd. www.mylittlepreschool.ca
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We take care of everything for you so that you can focus on what is most important, providing a loving stimulating environment for tthe children in your care! If you are motivated, energetic, enjoy children, and looking for a rewarding career that allows you to work from home - Give TotLot a call!
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JM Wee Watch is a licensed agency with spaces available in a home near you. We offer a small ratio of children per home, screened and trained providers, unscheduled monthly inspections, and educational materials. Check out our website at www.weewatch.com. For more information call 591-1016 or email weewatchwest@rogers.com CL10707
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We offer full time preschool experience for children, 1.5 – 5 yrs old! Qualified ECE. teachers, Fully equipped Centre, Small group sizes, Developmentally appropriate curriculum... Limited spaces available!
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Do you want to stop drinking? There are no dues or fees for A.A. Membership. The only requirement is a desire WILL PICK UP & RE- to stop drinking. Phone MOVE any unwanted 613-258-4891 or 613cars, trucks, boats, 826-1980. snowmobiles, lawntractors, snowblowers, etc. Cash paid for some. BINGO Peter, All Purpose Towing. 613-797-2315, KANATA LEGION BIN613-560-9042 GO, Sundays, 1:00pm. www.allpurpose.4-you.ca 70 Hines Road. For info, 613-592-5417.
BELLS CORNERS Experienced early childhood educator (E.C.E.) and mother has one space for September. 2 1/2-4years. MondayThursday. Call Patti 596HOUSE 2310 or visit www.patti- CHIMNEY REPAIR & CLEANING shomedaycare.com RESTORATION. Brick & WorkmanEVA’S HOME DAY- stonework. A F F O R D A B L E CARE in Kemptville has ship guaranteed. Free S P R I N G / S U M M E R estimates. Call Jim, 613spaces available, any Cleaning (window cleanage. Great references 291-1228 ing available) Weekavailable, CPR. If interl y / B i - We e k l y / M o n t h l y. ested please call 613- DRYWALL-INSTALLER Professional insured ser258-0521 for more de- TAPING & REPAIRS. vices. A+ Sylvia’s House tails. Framing, electrical, full Cleaning. All your quality basements. Installation& cleaning needs. Carlestippled ceiling repairs. ton Place/Stittsville/MunSERVICES Installation of decks and ster/Kanata/Almonte/and minor plumbing repairs. surrounding areas. A+ DJs TREE SER- 25 years experience. 613-259-2146. VICE; hedge trimming & Workmanship guaranfertilizing. Tree removals teed. Chris, 613-839- AN INVESTMENT TO YOUR PEACE OF & pruning. Full service 5571 MIND. Weekly/bi-weekproperty maintenance. ly/monthly. Call me now Seniors discounts. KANATA PAINTING for your free estimate. Please call 613-721RENOS. Contracting Your house will sparkle. 0660 for a free estimate. Commercial/Residen- Cindy 613-258-7165 ACCOUNTANT/BOOK- tial, Custom Home & CLEANER KEEPER, personal and New Home Construc- HOUSE business tax returns, tion. Minor Renova- available bondable, very weekly/bicorporate tax returns, tions, Interior & Exteri- meticulous, reasonable rates, com- or Painting. Drywall weekly Carleton Place, puter training, delinquent Installation & Repairs. Carp, Almonte, Kanata. tax returns specialist, 26 Years Experience. Call 613-256-0806 business setup, Marc Call Bruce, 613-2983589. (cell) 613-216-9288
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K A N ATA - H A Z E L D E A N LION’S CLUB BINGO. Dick Brule Community Centre, 170 Castlefrank Road, Kanata. Every Monday, 7:00pm. STITTSVILLE LEGION HALL, Main Street, every Wednesday, 6:45p.m.
COMING EVENTS ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLE’S show and sale, at Carlingwood mall Sept. 2nd - 6th. Dealers buying and selling, antiques prints and maps, furniture, estate and ethnic jewellery, silver, china, coins, watches, furs and more. Fine Things Antiques Shows, 613-447-7101
DART PLAYERS, all skill levels, wanted for Community Men’s, Women’s (Tues.) and Mixed Dart Leagues (Thurs.) at the NOTICE Kemptville Legion, commencing Sept. 2nd and **PLEASE BE AD- 4th. Non-members welVISED** There are NO come. refunds on Classified Advertising, however we are happy to offer a GARAGE SALES YARD SALES credit for future Classified Ads, valid for 1 year, YARD SALE, under certain circum- GIANT 5791 Matawatchan stances. Road, Griffith, Aug. 29, **RECEIPTS FOR 30, 31st, Sept. 1st. 74 ft CLASSIFIED WORD x 24 ft of goodies. AppliADS MUST BE RE- ances, furniture, decor, QUESTED AT THE house wares, tools, etc. TIME OF AD BOOK- Dawn till Dusk see you!!! ING** GOSHEN FLEA MARKET **WORD AD COPY TAKEN BY PHONE IS is open for the season Sunday 8a.m.NOT GUARANTEED every FOR ACCURACY. For 4p.m. 12km east of guaranteed wording Renfrew, 18km west of please fax your word ad Arnprior. Highway 17 exit McCallum Drive. or email it to us. 432-6228.
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GARAGE NEEDED for 2005 Vehicle, accessed only 2 to 3 times per year. Contact Debbie 613-271-2731.
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My Little Preschool, Licensed Early Learning Centre NOW OPEN
ROOM TO RENT in country home, Easton’s Corners, $350./month plus utilities, must have transportation, no smoking or pets. First, last and references required. Phone 613-283-8479.
STORAGE SPACE
WANTED STUDENTS! MILL Music School of Music, all ages, levels. Don’t have an instrument? We Rent! Call Kurt’s 613-432-4381 Mill Music Renfrew, Free 1-877-GUITAR”5”
AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS: Are you troubled by someone’s drinking? For information call Al-anon, 613-258-3049 Al-ateen 613-860-3431.
HUGE GARAGE/BARN Sale, August 30 and 31, 10am to 2pm, 10644 Broken Second Road, Iroquois. Antiques, art, household, air conditioners, fans, gas furnace, fishing stuff, jeep, cube van, etc.
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1 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent in large house set on 1 acred lot in the country. Malakoff Road, N.Gower $595.00/month. KANATA; Spectaclular Available Immediately, like new 3150 square Call 613-302-4874 or foot. 1 owner home. 613-592-3660 Equisite floor plan, circular staircases 2 1/2 2 BEDROOM APARTAppliances. baths, 2 car garage on MENT. 5 Golf Course. $564,900 Air Conditioning. Wheelor trade for your proper- chair Ramp. Elevator. for seniors. ty. Jerald l Hudson 1- Ideal August 1st 613-449-1668. Sales Available Rent rep Willoughby Realty 613-838-4255. Inc. Brookerage 1-613- 875/month 659-2002 3 BEDROOM APARTPerth; 150 Acres, pro- MENT for rent in large ductive farm. Solid 8Rm house set on 1 acred lot home, barns, creek. in the country. Malakoff Price is $318,000/$9000 Road, N.Gower down O.A.C. Trade/your $ 9 8 0 . 0 0 / m o n t h . property. Jerald L Hud- Available July 2008, Call son. 1-613-449-1668 613-302-4874. Sales Rep. Willoughby Realty Inc. Brokerage 1- A NEWLY RENOVATED executive bachelor 613-659-2002 apartment. Kanata. Single professional. $700 INDUSTRIAL includes utilities, fully furCOMMERCIAL SPACE nished, full kitchen, hardwood/marble, private enCOMMERCIAL STORE trance, non smoker, no front, many possibilities, pets, references. 6131,000 square feet, large 836-0727. bay window. Prescott Street, Kemptville. AVAILABLE IMMEDIPhone 613-447-8847. ATELY, clean one bedOFFICE/RETAIL/COM- room apartment located MERCIAL SPACE FOR in downtown Kemptville. Rent in Arnprior, corner $550. per month, water of Daniel St. and included, plus heat and McGonigal St. 1200 hydro. Call Natalie at sq/ft. Parking, Gas, Heat 613-258-0711.
ADULTS: Improve your French conversation or pass your government exams the fun way! Children: Become bilingual! ROOM Drama, Conversation FOR RENT and Homework Help. Fast Forward French PRIVATE ROOM/BATH- 613-599-4226 or ROOM, full use of large mc@fastforwardfrench.com house. Kitchen, lounge area/TV room, laundry, internet/satellite, room CHILDCARE furnished, private backyard, BBQ, non-smoker, no pets, female preferred. 613-258-4024.
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CERTIFIED MASON; Chimney Repair & Restoration, cultured stone, parging, repointing. Brick, block & stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates. Work guaranteed. 613-2500290.
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EARN EXTRA income! carrier contractors needed for early am newspaper home delivery in kanata and stittsville. 7 days/week. vehicle a must. $500$$$ SECURITY $950+/MONTH. 613GUARDS $$$ No Experience Needed. 592-9786. Full Training Offered FRANK’S DINER needs 613-228-2813 an experienced waitress www.ironhorsegroup.com apply in person or call 613-258-6459 **BE ADVISED THAT NO ONE MAY ASK HAZELDEAN FLORIST YOU FOR YOUR SO- looking for a permanent CIAL INSURANCE NUMBER UNLESS full or part-time experiTHEY ARE PAYING enced floral designer. call 613-831YOU TAXABLE IN- Please COME OR YOU PAY 8529 or 613-796-8238. TAXES TO THEM.
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HOUSE CLEANING Company presently seeking supervisor-manager, full-time. Must have car. $11.00/hour + $250/month car allowances. 613-860-0436. Career and franchise opportunities available.
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NOTICE CLASSIFIED DEADLINE CHANGE
Due to the Labor Day Holiday Monday, Sept., 1 Please be advised that the deadline for the Iroquois Chieftain and Kemptville Advance will be Thurs., August 28, 4p.m.
Please contact the Classified Department to place your ad 613-258-3451 or email connie.seguin@metroland. com 113 Prescott St., Kemptville
Positions available for our Giftware, Cashier, Hardware Sales and Merchandising areas. Send resume by fax: (613) 774-1467 email: winchesterhh@storm.ca or in person at the store. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
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The Kemptville Advance The Iroquois Chieftain Kemptville Weekender Ottawa South Weekender Price Includes a Garage Sale Kit! Includes: 2 Garage Sale Signs, Inventory & Tip Sheets ....while supplies last
Also featuring a
STAND KIT
for the young entrepreneur in your family! Kit includes: KOOL-AID Stand Sign, 3 packets of KOOL-AID drink mix, Instructions/Tip Sheet, Fun KOOL-AID recipes ... while supplies last
613-258-3451 email: connie.seguin@metroland.com
fax: 613-258-0617
206 Prescott Street, Kemptville 113 CL10116 CL3452
INDUSTRIAL CLEANER WANTED For West End (Stittsville) injection moulding facility. Full benefits package. Experience Preferred. Contact Chris Kaerbye Fax 613-591-8683, Email ckaerbye@ldtool.com
INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Full-time, base salary, commissions, health benefits. An Ezipin Sales Representative loves to pursue new business with an insatiable appetite to win customers and gain loyalty. You will sell electronic prepaid solutions and services to merchants across Canada & the US. You will introduce Ezipin to independent and corporate accounts, set phone appointments, make product presentations, and close sales in accordance with Ezipin’s strategic sales plan. Must have proven sales experience. Fluent in English and French. Other languages an asset. Please forward your resume with cover letter and salary expectations to: hr@ezipin.ca or fax (613) 831-6678. K & K LAUNDRY and Drycleaning requires a reliable part time employee to serve customers, do laundry, able to work on their own. Drop off resume at K & K Laundry, 200 Sanders Street, Kemptville, Monday to Friday between 9:00am-3:00pm. LYNWOOD PARK Lodge Retirement Residence is seeking RPN’s & PSW’s for casual day, evening and night shifts. Competitive wages, paid orientation, evening & night premiums, supportive work environment. Fax resume to 613-596-6194
MUSIC TEACHERS WANTED For progressive music studio located in Kanata flexible hours. Piano, vocal, guitar, bass, drums, brass and wood wind. Fax 613-831-4354 or email - frances@do menics.com OTTAWA’S LARGEST Landscaping Company pays $100-$500 DAILY for outdoor Summer work. Hiring honest, energetic individuals to fill our many Summer positions. Email: springmasters@ hotmail.com
URGENT Our Business is expanding & we are looking at filling a few to positions. Are you Reliable, Teachable & Ambitious. No experience necessary. Call Daniel 613-863-4557 for an Interview.
P/T GENERAL HANDYMEN and painters required immediately to provide home maintenance, reno and repair services in Barrhaven, Ottawa South, Ottawa East & other areas. Ideal for the retired/semiretired who are organized, conscientious and people friendly. Basic tools and reliable vehicle required. Good compensation and flexible hours. Apply to info@ourgoldenyears.ca or fax 613836-0499. Call 613-5607077 for info. PART TIME ENGINEER/TECHNOLOGIST Student required office technical work. Fax 613-592-0867 PART TIME HELP for tea room, Monday through Friday, 11:00am - 3:00pm. Phone 613258-0668 between 9:00am - 4pm. SECURITY GUARDS wanted. Full and PartTime positions available, great pay, and no experience necessary. 613721-8200.
W.O. STINSON & SON LTD.: DZ fuel driver needed, experience preferred, full time days and weekend shifts available, benefits. Fax resume to 613-822-6305 or email: estinson@wostinson.com WE REQUIRE HELP every third Saturday of the month to drive, check cars and various other duties throughout the day, must be 18 or over to apply. Call 613774-7000 for further details. WE REQUIRE SOMEONE with strong organizational and time management skills, excellent interpersonal skills, works well with little direction, highly motivated, able to work under pressure. Knowledge of the French language would be an asset but not necessary. Experience with Microsoft Office, internet and website maintenance. Send resume to P.O. Box 898, Winchester, ON, K0C 2K0
HEALTHCARE/MEDICAL
WANT out of your office job? CEO income. Work from home. Wendy 1-800-801-8948
HELP WANTED
LABORERS WANTED Chemical company in the North Gower area is currently looking for part-time and full time help. Shift work hours: 5 am to 4 pm or 5h00 pm to 2h00 am. Assistance is needed with loading pallets onto trailers and maintaining inventory . A valid DZ license, computer skills and bilingualism would be assets. Physical labor involved. Please forward resumes by fax (613) 489-1200 or by email to ktully@maxam-na.com or by mail P.0. Box 490, North Gower, K0A 2T0. Please state what shift work interests you. CL11456
CAREERS
This could be the last job you’ll ever have! We’re growing and we’re looking for individuals who are interested in a long range career opportunity with potential for growth. Presently looking for qualified candidates in the following positions to fill day shift, evening shift, and weekend positions:
Dundas Manor is currently recruiting for Part-Time Registered Nurses (RN), Registered Practical Nurses (RPN), and Personal Support Workers (PSW). Dundas Manor is a 98 bed long-term care facility located in the friendly, small town of Winchester, Ontario. Long term care experience would be considered an asset. Qualified applicants please submit a current resume in writing or electronically by September 8, 2008 to: Human Resources Department Attention: Mrs. Susan Poirier, Director of Nursing 533 Clarence Street P.O. Box 970 Winchester, ON K0C 2K0
- CNC Machinist/Operator - Set-up CNC Machinist - QA Inspector with CNC CMM Experience - Programmer/Estimator
Fax: 613-774-4015 Email: susan.poirier@dundasmanor.ca
Hourly wages from $15 to $23 depending on experience. Please e-mail your resume to production@camcorindustries. com, or fax to 613-836-2772
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. CL11431
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DRIVERS REQUIRED FOR WEEKLY NEWSPAPER DELIVERY - reliable vehicle required. Call 613-224-3330 ext. 226 for more information.
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MULTI-FAMILY yard sale, Aug. 30-31, 1209 Pelton Road, Kemptville, off of Townline Road. Sewing machine, rocking chair, desk, movies, compressor, variety of miscellaneous items.
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TIG Welders (10 openings) and Sheet Metal Technicians (5 openings) Permanent placement, full time. Start ASAP $16.00-$24.00 per hour Email: shaua.gale@adecco.ca (T) 613.230.7777 (F) 613.232.6544 Web site www.adecco.ca
Looking for an exciting new career in health with a flexible schedule? We are currently looking for:
LAURSYEN KITCHENS LTD. HAS FULLTIME AND PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN ALL AREAS OF PRODUCTION STARTING IMMEDIATELY.
RNs & RPNs
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CAREERS Electronics manufacturer seeking applicants for the following positions:
Great jobs in your area!
Technical Support for Electronic Component Inventory Good knowledge of electronic components is required. Technician/Technologist background is preferred. Inventory Clerk for Kitting Experience as assembler or knowledge of components is preferred. Assemblers for Printed Circuit Boards
If you have: · Current registration with the CON of Ontario; · Current CPR certificate; and First Aid · RN/RPN/BScN
PSW
Come and meet us today… you could be working tomorrow!
TRANSPORTATION REQUIRED. BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR FULLTIME POSITIONS. FAX: JIM GRENIER 613-836-2345 EMAIL: jgorman@laurysenkitchens.com MAIL: BOX 1235, STITTSIVLLE, ONTARIO K2S 1B3
Warehouse Opportunities! : Picking/Packing, Forklift operators, Shipping/Receiving
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If you have: · Current CPR certificate; and First Aid · PSW certificate · We provide training
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WEBSITE DESIGNER NEEDED Part time. Ideal for students. Knowledge of AI, PS, HTML, as well as other graphic and web design programs. Mandarin an asset. Please contact Josh at 613-591-9006
HELP WANTED
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Please apply online at homecarejobs.ca
Fax resume to 613-836-7488, e-mail to marg@absopulse.com or mail to 110 Walgreen Road, Carp, Ontario K0A 1L0.
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Temporary and Permanent positions, Mon - Fri - days, afternoons or evenings, Kanata, Carp, Stittsville and Nepean, All previous warehouse experience considered, $10 - $13/hr. To apply: CALL Shawna or Danielle at 613.726.0220 FAX your resume to 613.726.1440 E-MAIL your resume to nepeanindustrial@randstad.ca VISIT us on weekdays at 2222 Carling Ave in Nepean Visit www.randstad.ca for a list of all available positions
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