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The oldest community newspaper in the city of Ottawa - founded in 1957 Volume 54 Issue No. 34

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COURTYARD GIG Enjoying music at Hyde Park in Richmond 4

Gardeners love to plant and grow flowers and vegetables, enjoying the beauty that is nature. Others, including some gardeners, like to capture the beauty of nature in photographs.

So it is not surprising that a display set up by the StittsvilleGoulbourn Horticultural Society at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library should feature nine framed colour photographs featuring some of this beauty found in nature – flowers in bloom (red, yellow, mauve and white), a garden scene with a wicker chair highlighted, the sun setting over a watery landscape. These scenes are now featured on the ArtSpace wall at the library where they will be on view until the end of August.

They are the work of the winners in the Horticultural Society’s annual photography competition – Jim Gillick, Marge Gillick, Marianne Graham, Kelly Moore, Kevin O’Connor and Sylvie Sabourin.

In this competition whose winners were announced back in February, Kevin O’Connor and Sylvie Sabourin tied for first place. Jim Gillick took second place while there was another tie for third place involving Marianne Graham, Kelly Moore and Marge Gillick.

The Judge’s Choice Award for best overall image in the competition went to Kevin O’Connor.

But, of course, the Horticultural Society’s display now on exhibit at the Stittsville library deals with more than just the Society’s annual photography competition.

See HORTICULTURAL, page 10

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TEA, ANYONE? Right in the spirit of the occasion as they attend a “Lunch with a Victorian Flair” in support of the Canadian Spinal Research Organization last Saturday at the home of Richard and Jean Fraser on Fallowfield Road in rural Goulbourn, complete with a doll-sized portrayal of the luncheon, are, from left to right, Evelyn Baker, Ivy Parkhouse and Mary Lou Booth.

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Here’s the clues: Courtyard and revolver JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com

It happened in the courtyard and “revolver” was on everyone lips. What was it? A new version, perhaps, of the famous murder/mystery themed deduction board game “Clue,” where clues lead the way to the solving of the crime.

Oh, how clues can mislead!

No, rather it was something very much different but still highly, highly entertaining. It was a “Singing in the Park” concert presented by Hyde Park Canada in one of the courtyards at the Hyde Park community in Richmond on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 18. And the 100 or so who sat around the courtyard, on decks or on lawn chairs in the warm sunshine, got to hear the Kanata-based band Revolver deliver a program of music ranging from the Beatles to El-

vis to the Eagles to classic country singers like Buck Owens and Hank Williams. It spawned toe and finger tapping throughout the audience as well as several occasions when rhythmic clapping resounded through the courtyard, keeping time with the music.

The five member Revolver band, which specializes in music from the 60’s through the 80’s, set up in the gazebo in the centre of the courtyard and with the aid of their microphone and speaker system were easily heard throughout the courtyard.

Revolver started out with “Steppin” Stone,” the hit song of the Monkees, that createdfor-TV pop rock band that was featured on a TV series from 1966 to 1968.

And while the Monkees were a Beatles-like band, Revolver did not waste any time in get-

ting to the real thing, launching into The Beatles’ 1966 hit “Day Tripper” as their next song.

It was then on to “Listen to the Music,” that famous Doobie Brothers song from 1972 that is now used as a staple on classic rock radio.

And the classic hits just kept coming, shooting out of Revolver one after another: “Take it Easy,” considered one of the top rock and roll songs of all time and the first single in 1972 by the Eagles; “Slow Down”, another Beatles hit from the 60’s, redoing a song initially released in 1958 that was a rhythm and blues hit at that time and influenced the developing rock and roll movement; “If I Give My Heart To You,” a song made famous by Doris Day in 1954; Roy Orbison’s 1964 hit “Oh, Pretty Woman” (the band was joined by Hyde Park’s Ken Lantier for this one, with Ken joining in on the

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Enjoying the “Singing in the Park” concert presented by Hyde Park Canada and featuring the Kanata-based band Revolver in a courtyard at Hyde Park in Richmond on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 18 are, from left to right, Bernadette Nagle, Jackie Decoste, Jackie Taylor, Christine Jeffs, Lois Stewart and Irena Joyce.

vocals): “Brown Eyed Girl”, Van Morrison’s 1967 song that is now in the Grammy Hall of Fame; the Eagles’ “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” a 1972 hit single taken from the group’s debut album; Eric Clapton’s 1978 hit “Wonderful Tonight”; “Rose Garden,” a country music classic that was a huge hit for Lynn Anderson, among others; Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues,” which goes back to 1955; The Beatles’ “I Feel Fine” from 1964; Hank Williams’ “Jambalaya (On The Bayou),” one of the 11 number one hits that he had in his career; Nancy Sinatra’s 1966 hit “These Boots Are Made For Walking”; Buck Owens’ “Together Again,” his 1964 hit song that was on the flip side of another hit, “My Heart Skips A Beat”; the country classic “Pick Me Up On Your Way Down”; and two Elvis hits, Jailhouse Rock” from 1957 and “Hound Dog” from 1956. This ended the 70 minute concert but calls for an encore led to two more Beatles’ hits, “Hard Days Night” and “Just Seventeen.”

Throughout the concert, the audience was treated to fruit punch and could also enjoy green grapes and strawberries topped with chocolate.

This is the first year that Hyde Park Canada has presented these free “Singing in the Park” concerts at Hyde Park in Richmond, held weekly through August.

On Wednesday, Aug. 3, the concert featured a so-called “stroll down memory lane” with Dee Anne. Wednesday, Aug. 10 featured the offerings of the Wellington Street Barbershop Quartet.” This concert featuring Revolver was the third of the series.

Each concert is held in a different courtyard at the Hyde Park community.

Revolver plays at fundraisers, house parties, company functions and charity events. The band members are Kevin Walker who does vocals and plays acoustic guitar; Patrick Lee who plays electric guitar and the mandolin and does vocals; Andy Peters who plays bass guitar; Debbie Powers who does vocals and percussion such as the tambourine; and drummer Greg Klowak.

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Ballet training teaches children poise and confidence. For adults, it is an excellent way to increase flexibility and muscular strength. Les Petits Ballets is a non-profit school that presents dance instruction in association with the City of Ottawa. Now in our 34th year, Les Petits Ballets offers recreational and pre-professional dance and movement classes in spacious, well-equipped studios at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre and at various locations throughout Nepean. Entrance to the pre-professional program is by audition only. Members of our Performing Company are selected from our pre-professional students.

Visit our website at www.lespetitsballets.com to print a registration form and for more information about the school and our upcoming performances.

Les Petits Ballets offers recreational and preprofessional dance and movement classes.

11-35 Stafford Road, Nepean Ontario K2H 8V8 Phone: 613-596-5783 Fax: 613-721-6139 Website: www.lespetitsballets.com Les Petits Ballets is a non-profit company which presents dance in association with the City of Ottawa. Now in our 34th year!

Les Petits Ballets Registration Information Fall 2011/winter 2012 registration begins July 2011.

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Download a form at www.lespetitsballets.com and mail registration form and cheque to: Les Petits Ballets 11-35 Stafford Road, Nepean Ontario K2H 8V8 Or Register in person at Nepean Creative Arts Centre 35 Stafford Road, Unit 11 - payments by cash or cheque.

Please make cheques payable to Les Petits Ballets – Please date cheques: Fall Session -September 12, 2011;Winter session – January 9, 2012.

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• Withdrawals/refunds – full refund before the class starts. Refunds in first three weeks of classes will be prorated for classes attended less a $10 administration fee. No refunds after the third week of classes.

• Returned cheques – a service fee of $15 will be applied to all cheques returned because of non sufficient funds.

• Les Petits Ballets does not send confirmations of registration. You will only be contacted if the class is not proceeding as scheduled.

• All Les Petits Ballets classes should qualify for the Fitness Tax Credit and these will be issued at the end of the session.

No classes on October 8 to 10 (Thanksgiving weekend), February 18-20 (Family Day), March 12-18 (March Break), April 6 to 9 (Easter) and May 19-21 (Victoria Day weekend).

CLASSES ARE HELD AT: • Nepean Creative Arts Centre (NCAC), Unit 11-35 Stafford Rd., Bells Corners • Walter Baker Sports Complex (WBSC), 100 Malvern Dr., Barrhaven • Mary Honeywell Public School (MHPS), 54 Kennevale Dr., Barrhaven • Roch Carrier Elementary School (RCES), 401 Stonehaven Dr., Kanata

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PREBALLET II - AGES 6-7 Instruction in Russian Ballet syllabus, barre and centre work appropriate to student’s ability.

PREBALLET I - AGES 4-5 Instruction in ballet, music, movement and mime, along with routines designed to help the development of listening skills and attention span. The exercises are structured to develop strength, balance, flexibility and coordination in the young student.

NCAC Mon 9-10am or 1-2pm or 5-6pm Sept 12-Dec 5 $114 Jan 9-June 4 $171

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DRESS Ballet and Creative Dance Girls: black leotard, pink tights and ballet shoes.

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EDITORIAL

Stittsville News - AUGUST 25, 2011

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Jack’s great hope Jack Layton died Monday, in the early hours of the morning.

Canadians nationwide poured out their grief for Jack. The widespread admiration felt for him – some because of his views, some despite them – is among the man’s finest legacies.

He is widely remembered as a fighter, a man of strong ideals, and a person you’d be happy to call your neighbour.

Though he couldn’t keep his promise to return to the House of Commons in September, he made another pact in his final message to us, one in which his great spirit shone brightest.

Optimism and integrity are remembered as hallmarks of his career.

It was with words of hope, however, that he chose to make his exit.

In a letter to Canadians published hours after his death, Jack wrote that hope is a precious commodity, and promised us we can change the world if only we believe in its power.

Those who “are on journeys to defeat cancer and live their lives” must maintain their hope and determination, he wrote.

“Don’t be discouraged that my own journey hasn’t gone as well as I had hoped.”

Those in his party he implored not to lose faith in their cause, but to recommit to it with even greater energy and determination.

And to those young people, who look out at their futures and see an array of overwhelming challenges, who are engaging in politics with their dreams and frustrations, he implored them

not to lose hope that they have the power to change the world for the better.

But it was his final words – powerfully capped with the inclusive “We” – that touched so many, and will keep his spirit alive and fighting for years to come.

“My friends,” Layton wrote.

“Love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic.

And we’ll change the world.”

As the day approaches where 307 members will enter a House of Commons that feels remarkably empty, let us not forget Jack’s great hope: that we can make the world – in which “life’s highs and lows are inextricably linked,” as he once prophetically wrote – a better place.

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The little things that make a city great do the job.

There has been a series running the daily media in recent days on the question of how Ottawa can become a greater city and why it hasn’t done so up to now.

Various explanations have been put forward, among them the notion that the rest of Canada doesn’t like our city much. When used in headlines, the name “Ottawa” has become synonymous with bad news — bickering, scandal, ineptitude, government waste.

Our city, it goes without saying, is not responsible for any of that. It just sits here and plays host to it. But people away from here, it is argued, take it out on us and are reluctant to be generous in supporting projects that would make the city greater.

So it falls on government to do that. Aside from a few stunning examples in the last quarter century — the National Gallery, the War Museum, the Museum of Civilization — the

CHARLES GORDON government hasn’t done much.

Ottawa’s City Hall is pretty nice and the new Convention Centre may turn out to be a fine addition. But these are mere dots on a larger and bleaker landscape.

Is this because the rest of Canada hates us? Probably not.

And it is probably not — at least not totally — because every decision here has to be approved by at least 93 levels of government.

It is mostly because making a city great involves spending money. Governments spending money went out of style many years ago.

So that leaves us a bit with our hands tied as far as making Ottawa a great city is concerned. It is apparently on us, our little individual selves, to

We’ll do what we can, rake the lawn and hang flags out the window, but it is unlikely that true civic greatness lies in this direction.

We have to wait for government spending — and, of course, taxes — to come back into fashion before anything big happens. While we wait, we can work on keeping some of the things that work well already.

I was thinking about this at the ballpark the other day, where I went with my grandson to watch the Ottawa Fat Cats claw the Barrie Bay Cats, as they say on the sports pages. It seemed like there were a lot of grandparents and grandchildren at that game, a lot of kids seeing their first baseball game and it was a nice scene, one of the less spectacular things that makes a city great.

Ottawa Stadium has always been a good place, ever since the Lynx played there in the ’90s,

and while the quality of ball has slipped a bit, other things are improved. The music isn’t so loud and the mascot, who is called Grape, for some reason — perhaps because he’s purple — seems more friendly than Lenny the Lynx ever did.

Baseball seemed to be slipping out of our hands a few years ago and it wasn’t helped by the city allowing much of the stadium parking lot to be used for other purposes. This is an example of how hard it is just to keep things going that work. If the Fat Cats ever really take off, getting into the stadium is going to be a big problem, one the city government might

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All over town there are examples of family-friendly sports events played at a high level.

More and more people are turning out to see the Ottawa Fury play soccer. And the Ottawa 67’s games are always fun and affordable. Great cities, and the people who live in them, make sure that such activities survive and prosper. We have only to look the void where the Ottawa Ex used to be to see what can happen.

On a more serious note, I’m still perplexed by how the mascot for a team of cats can be a grape. Perhaps many levels of government were involved.

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Every fall, we like to kick off the school year by changing our glasses!

Photo courtesy of Lee Payne

At the BBQ and car wash held by Stittsville’s firefighters on Saturday, Aug. 13 are, from left to right, city of Ottawa Stittsville ward councillor Shad Qadri; firefighters Keith Rigby and Robert Beaudoin; volunteer Helene Rivest; and firefighters Craig Dunbar and Lee Payne.

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More entries mean better Fair parade SPECIAL TO THE NEWS Everyone loves a parade. That’s an old saying but oh, so true. You only have to be in Richmond for the annual parade on Fair Saturday to experience this feeling. There’s colourful floats, bands, antique vehicles, farm machinery and, did we mention, floats? They just keep coming, making it a great time for those who line McBean Street and Perth Street to witness this annual attraction, certainly one of the highlights of the Richmond Fair each and every year.

But the annual parade is only as good as its entries and this is where the community comes in. The

more entries that there are, the better the parade – it’s that simple. So, if you have a business in the community or are part of an organization of any kind, think about entering a float in the parade. You will not only have a great time by participating but if you are a business, thousands will see your float – it’s like a moving billboard of advertising.

Or if you are a community organization like a service club or minor sports group, those watching will also become more familiar with you and the organization. It will enhance your image, may increase your membership and will show that you are a group that puts community first.

Right now, organizers of the annual Richmond Fair parade are looking for entries for this year’s event.

It will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17 this year.

As usual, entries will assemble at South Carleton High School and then make their way along McBean Street to the Richmond Bakery corner at Perth Street, turning east there to go along in front of the fairgrounds.

For more information about the parade this year or to register an entry, please call Marlene Greene at 613-838-2600 or email her at mgreene@ bell.net or call Lise Bradley at 613-838-9618 or email her at lisebradley@hotmail.com.

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What a huge success!

The Ottawa Firefit Team would like to extend a big “thank you” to the community of Stittsville, Brown’s Your Independent Grocer, volunteer Helene Rivest, city of Ottawa Stittsville ward councillor Shad Qadri, the Kidney Foundation of Canada representative and the Ottawa Volunteer Firefighters from Station 81 (Stittsville Main Street) and Station 46 (Iber Road) as the car wash and BBQ held on Saturday, Aug. 13 at the Brown’s YIG parking lot could not have happened without you.

The car wash and BBQ raised almost $2,300 which will go to help the Kidney Foundation of Canada and the Ottawa Firefit Team.

Look for more fundraising events by the

firefighters involving the Kidney Foundation of Canada in the near future.

With this funding, the Ottawa Firefit Team will be able to represent Ottawa at the International Scott Firefit Championships in Medicine Hat, Alberta on Sept.

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The Ottawa Firefit Team hosted the Eastern Regional Championships at the Rideau Carleton Raceway from Aug. 5-7.

Ottawa team members Denis Charbonneau, Ivan Brown, Gil Gelineau, Mike Gelineau, Robert Beaudoin, Denis Leduc, Mike Purdie, Keith Rigby and Lee Payne (of Station 81 in Stittsville) survived the heat to record great times. Mike Purdie and Keith Rigby took the bronze in the over 40 NXG2 relay race. Denis Leduc recorded a personal best to take the gold medal in the individual over 45 category.

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Horticultural Society exhibit at Stittsville library From page 1 In the display case at the ArtSpace wall, the Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society’s 2011 Year Book is exhibited, along with information about the photography competition and the Society’s longstanding junior gardening program.

There are also some tools of the trade, as it were, in the display case, such as a gardening hat, gloves and a hand cultivator, as well as a book on gardening.

Those looking at the display case can also learn that the Horticultural Society meets on the third Tuesday of every month from September through June at the Pretty Street Community Centre in Stittsville, with an open invitation for members of the community to join and attend. “Come garden with us” is the inviting exhortation.

The display also features a framed piece of embroidery that says it all from a gardener’s perspective: “What sweet sweet delight to see my garden…morning, noon and night.”

If you want more information about the Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society or would like to join, please call 613-836-3588 or email catherinedisley@ rogers.com.

Catherine Disley is the president of the Horticultural Society for 2011. Marlene Lahey is first vice-president while Penny Horeczy is second vice-president.

Mary MacNaughton is the treasurer while Kate McDonald is the secretary.

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Sylvie Sabourin, left, and Kevin O’Connor, right, are the first place winners in the annual Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society photography competition held earlier this year.

Jim Gillick points to the photo which earned him the second place award in the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society’s annual photography competition earlier this year.

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Vivian McLean, left, of the Stittsville Goulbourn John Brummell photo Horticultural Society congratulates Kevin O’Connor, Third place winners in the annual Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society right, for winning the Judge’s Choice Award for best photography competition earlier this year are, from left to right, Marge Gillick, overall image in the Society’s annual photography competition earlier this year.

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PERFORMING AT HOME Members of the Stittsville-based band Degenerate Highway which performed at a concert at Village Square park in downtown Stittsville on Thursday evening, Aug. 18 are Chris Fournier on guitar; Chris Labelle on drums; Billy Davis on vocals; Adam Purchase on guitar; and Zack Bryan on guitar. The concert as the third and final one in a series of Thursday evening events organized by the city of Ottawa thanks to funding provided by Waste Management.

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CLASSIC ROCK AT VILLAGE SQUARE An audience numbering about 125 listens as the Stittsville-based band Degenerate Highway plays classic rock at the Thursday evening concert at Village Square Park in Stittsville on Thursday, Aug. 18.

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Master Stephen Yeoh, who is a 6th Dan in TaeKwon Do and head instructor of the Goulbourn TaeKwonDo program, over the years has seen more than 200 students attain their 1st degree black belt level. But he has never had a student attain “Master” status – until now.

He recently presented this first ever “Master” status to Derek O’Connell, a longtime student.

“Master” status is attained when a TaeKwonDo student attains 4th Dan (4th degree black belt) status.

This rank even allows a person to open his or her own DoJo or TaePhoto courtesy of Chris Pollach KwonDo school.

Fourth degree black belts are Master Stephen Yeoh, left, head instructor of the Goulbourn TaeKwonDo program, presents to his longtime student Derek O’Connell, right, a framed certificate marking the rare in the World TaeKwonDo Federation (WTF) as they signify first-ever “Master” status which he has granted. a level of competence that allows for the testing of lower level black belts. Their rarity is seen in the fact that while Master Yeoh has had more than 200 students attain the 1st degree black belt level, Derek O’Connell is the first to reach the 4th degree black belt level and “Master” status.

With Derek O’Connell’s new “Master” status, he is taking on more responsibility with the Goulbourn TaeKwonDo program.

He is now the official liaison and organizer for the Goulbourn TaeKwonDo program with the city of Ottawa’s recreation department and is in charge of planning the various fall, winter, spring and summer programs. He will also be supervising all classes in Master Yeoh’s absence and will be leading the Monday and Thursday evening classes. Derek has a long association with Master Yeoh, going back to his teenage years. He met Master Yeoh when he started with TaeKwonDo with Whether your wishes are for a traditional service, Grand Master Tae Eun Lee just as memorial service or basic cremation, our funeral Master Yeoh graduated with his first black belt. Master Yeoh was home, with modern visitation, chapel, and Grand Master Lee’s first graduatreception facilities, with parking, is just minutes ing black belt after starting WTF away. Take the time to compare!

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One of the instructors for the Goulbourn TaeKwonDo program is Darren Asirvatham who first started in TaeKwonDo under Master Yeoh’s guidance and studied under him for years, recently 19 McArthur Avenue, attaining his 3rd Dan black belt.

Carleton Place Darren competed at the world TaeKwonDo competition in Seoul, South Korea last year.

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SPECIAL TO THE NEWS Registration for the new Friday night dart league at the Richmond Legion Hall will be held on Thursday, Sept. 8 and Friday, Sept. 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. each evening. The fee is $20 per player for a three-person team and $5 for singles play for the season. Everyone in the community is welcome to play. You do not have to be a Legion member.

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WITH CAKE Dr. Adrienne Randall of the Stittsville Small Animal Clinic on Stittsville Main Street in John Brummell photo Stittsville displays a cake wishing her good luck as she leaves the clinic to move to Kingston.

An open house to wish her farewell was held at the clinic last Saturday, Aug. 20. Dr. Randall Veterinarian Dr. Adrienne Randall, right, and dog owner Valerie Blaney, left, has been at the clinic for six and a half years pat 14 year old Sheba, a shepherd collie mix, at the open house which was while the Randall family has been involved held at the Stittsville Small Animal Clinic in Stittsville last Saturday to say with the clinic since its founding over 30 years farewell to Dr. Randall who is leaving as she is moving to Kingston. ago.

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Back to School Alleviating first-day-of-school jitters

• Keep a routine. It is important for parents and students to get back into the school swing of things a few weeks prior to the first day of school. Start setting alarm clocks for the hour at which kids will have to awaken, and get them in the habit of rising from bed and starting the day. Try to schedule something to do each day that will be the inspiration for getting moving, such as school supply shopping. Take the carpool route to school, or find out where the school bus stop may be.

These practice sessions will enable the family to decide how much time is needed to get ready in the morning and make changes accordingly.

• Mention school frequently. Begin talking about school and what is necessary to prepare. Be sure to talk about the more enjoyable aspects of school, such as seeing friends, participating in extracurricular activities and even the change of scenery school provides. Mention the things your child may expect. Hearing about school frequently can reduce feelings of anxiety.

• Visit the school. If this is the student’s first time entering this school, you can take advantage of orientation days for new students or sched-

• Don’t be nervous. Children often look to their parents for guidelines on how to behave. A parent who is overly nervous or sad about the first day of school could make their kids nervous, too. Put on a brave face and keep any anxiety hidden until kids have left for school.

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Back to School Did you know?

(MS) According to the latest figures on publicly funded education in Canada, in recent years the studenteducator ratio has dropped in every province across the country except for British Columbia. The average ratio is now 15.9 students to 1 teacher. At the same time, total spending on public schooling has increased.

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Back to School What to look for in a student’s tutor • Cost is always a factor when selecting a tutor. A higher hourly rate isn’t always indicative of a better tutor. Depending on the subject matter and certification of the tutors, costs can range from $20 an hour to $50 or more. Shop around for a tutor and remember to emphasize the tutor’s relationship with the

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• Private tutors that come to the student’s home (MS) Parents of children who are having difficuland provide instruction. ties grasping school lessons routinely turn to tutors to provide the added measure of instruction some • Tutoring companies and franchises where tutoring students need to succeed. When selecting a tutor, may take place in a learning facility. parents should ask questions and keep important Selecting a tutor things in mind.

• When interviewing prospective tutors, parents and Tutors provide a much-needed service to students students should be sure the tutor is qualified. Exand can be welcome helpers for teachers. According perts suggest finding a tutor who has five or more to reports from state and federal government tutoryears of experience. If the tutor will be offering lesing advisors, close to $10 million dollars annually is sons in a particular subject, certification or a degree spent on tutors in the United States alone. Although in that area is very helpful but not always necessary many teachers try to tailor lessons to students with as long as the tutor is effective. various learning capabilities, there may be instances when some students still fall behind. What’s more, • Students often meet with a tutor one to three some students perform bettimes a week per session. ter with the one-on-one The tutoring arrangement teaching style of tutors than can stretch on for several they do in a group setting. months. With this in mind, the tutor-student relationThere are certain signs a stuship should be a good one. dent may need a tutor. These The child should feel cominclude students consistfortable with the tutor. ently earning failing grades, complaining about or giving • Tutors should know the excuses why they don’t want material but also be able to to do homework, behaving explain it in layman’s terms badly at school, or complainto the student. A good tutor ing that they simply don’t will outline a plan on how he want to go to school. All of or she will help improve perthese issues may be a child’s formance but also how the way of masking difficulty tutor will check up and be grasping lessons. A tutor can sure the student maintains step in to catch a student up improvement. with lessons and help him or • Find a tutor who will be her find a system of learning open to interaction with the that works. student’s primary teacher.

Tutors can provide added instruction to The first step to finding a students who are having some This way lessons can be difficulties grasping lessons. tutor is working with the geared around schoolwork student to determine what and coincide with what’s altype of tutor may be ideal. Tutors come in different ready being learned. forms: • Parents will need to be hands-on and take an • Students who volunteer their time helping fellow interest in what the tutor and the teacher have to classmates. There are also alumni who provide tusay. Observing the tutor in action can help detertoring services for low or no cost. mine whether the fit is right or a new tutor needs to be brought in. Parents can wait for five to eight • Teachers who may offer tutoring after school sessions to pass before determining if the tutor is hours. clicking with the child.

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Back to School Volunteer opportunities abound for today’s teens (MS) When attempting to gain acceptance to the college of their choice, teenagers quickly learn the admission requirements extend beyond their report cards. Colleges weigh academics considerably, but many institutions of higher learning also want well-rounded students who will make great additions to the community as well as the classroom.

One of the things admissions boards look for in an applicant is his or her track record of volunteering. Though students likely won’t be denied admission if they have never volunteered, it never hurts to have volunteer work on a resume, and some students have even earned scholarship money thanks to their record of service.

The Traveller Teenagers who love to travel can combine that passion with their desire to help the less fortunate. Many programs are designed for families who want to go on service-oriented vacations. For example, when signing up for such a program, a volunteer might visit a less fortunate country and help build and renovate existing structures. Global Citizens

Oftentimes, a child’s favorite hobby matches up perfectly with a volunteer opportunity.

Parents who want to help their child find the right volunteer opportunity should consider the child’s hobbies and interests. Oftentimes, a child’s favorite hobby matches up perfectly with a volunteer opportunity. When such a match is made, teenagers tend to look forward to their volunteer work and might even find a career path they’d like to follow.

The Athlete Students who love sports are likely to discover a host of volunteer opportunities at their disposal. The Special Olympics (www.specialolympics.org) is a rewarding volunteer opportunity for adults and children alike. Relying heavily on volunteers, the Special Olympics needs volunteers to fill positions that include athlete escort, scorekeeper, cheerleader, and even fans. Events occur 365 days a year, ensuring there is a local opportunity for every teen regardless of how hectic his or her schedule might be.

Network (www.globalcitizens.org) is one of many such programs, and families will work side-by-side with fellow volunteers as well members of the local community they’re helping. Younger volunteers often find service-oriented vacations especially eye-opening, providing a different perspective of the world they might otherwise never be able to witness or understand.

The Teacher Teenagers who enjoy teaching others might find a local coaching opportunity suits them best. Coaching doesn’t have to be limited to sports, though grade-school aged children often look up to the local high school athletes and genuinely appreciate when such athletes take the time to work with them personally. Additional teaching-based volunteer opportunities include the local music program for the musically inclined teen or reading to younger kids through the local library’s reading program.

The Builder Some teenagers are naturally inclined to building, and they might even be off to engineering school once they earn their high school diplomas.

Before applying to the school of their choice, teenagers with a more mechanical inclination might find a volunteering opportunity such as Habitat for Humanity® (www.habitat.org) is the perfect fit. No previous building experience is required, and volunteers both young and old often find their time erecting homes for the less fortunate among the most rewarding moments of their lives.

When attempting to find the right volunteering opportunity for their child, parents should consider their kids’ favorite hobbies and then find a volunteering opportunity that enables them to combine that passion with their desire to help others.

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college student needs that many credit cards. If at (MS) College is a period of firsts. It’s the first time all possible, college kids should stick to one card many students are away from home for an extendand one card only. The card should only be used ed period of time; it’s the first time students get to to help build a credit history and in the case of an choose their own course work; and it’s the first time emergency. Students who need four cards are either many are left to their own devices with respect to finding themselves in far too many emergency situataking care of themselves. tions or harming themselves by charging too many College is also the first time many apply for a credit purchases to plastic. card. Although at this point in life, it’s important for • Be skeptical of reward cards. In theory, reward people to begin building their credit histories, it’s cards are excellent. The more a consumer purchases, just as important for them to carefully consider the the more rewards points they accrue. Those reward variety of credit card options before committing to a points can then be used toward a host of things, incard. All cards are definitely not equal, and college cluding airline miles. However, college kids typically students should look for cards that will help them do not make much money, and reward cards are start building a solid credit foundation. really only beneficial to people who charge a lot of So how can college kids find a card that’s fit for their purchases. Such people them? Consider the followcan typically afford to do so, ing tips. whereas the average college • Steer clear of cards with kid cannot. Reward cards are annual fees. Some credit better suited for men and cards charge annual fees, women with full-time jobs regardless of whether or not and not so ideal for college a consumer ever makes a kids without steady streams single purchase. Since many of income. cards’ interest rates are • Don’t be late. If payments similar, try to find one that are not made online, they doesn’t charge annual fees. should be mailed at least • Find the best annual pera week in advance of the centage rate. While interdue date. A history of late est rates are often similar, payments can quickly mar some cards have a better a credit report. Even if only annual percentage rate, or the minimum payment is APR. As attractive as low possible, make sure that interest rates can be, be espayment is made on time. pecially cautious with cards that promise zero percent A common mistake among college students • Borrow from Mom and Dad, not the credit card interest for the first six or 12 is signing up for too many credit cards. company. Credit card commonths after signing. That’s Students should stick to just one card panies will lend cash to their because such cards typically whenever possible. customers. These loans are have very high APRs. This called cash advances. But unlike borrowing from isn’t a monthly fee, but rather a finance charge reMom and Dad, accepting a cash advance from a ferred to as an annual rate. For college kids, whom credit card company typically comes with a heavy inhistory suggests struggle to pay their balances in full terest rate, making it much more worthwhile to call each month, a high APR could add considerably to home instead of taking a cash advance. the cost of having a credit card.

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Back to School Tips to improve standardized test scores

Maintain healthy sleep patterns.

Healthy sleep restores and renews the body, both mentally and physically. When a person suffers from sleep deprivation, the negative side effects are numerous. These include memory and cognitive impairment, making it difficult for people think and process information. That said, a student preparing to take a standardized test who is struggling to sleep at night is much less likely to succeed on the test than a student who is getting adequate sleep. Parents and students should examine sleeping patterns months in advance of the test, and work to address any problems as soon as possible. The sooner the issue is resolved, the sooner a student’s memory is likely to improve, which can help his or her test scores as well.

Practice Practice tests can be a very valuable tool when attempting to improve standardized test scores. Sample tests are available on a handful of Web sites, and tutors hired to help kids improve scores often bring practice tests with them. Such practice tests are often very similar to the actual tests and will help kids be more comfortable with the tests when it comes time to take the real ones. When taking practice tests, time them just as you would the actual tests. This, too, can improve a student’s comfort level and will decrease the likelihood that a student will feel like he or she is racing against the clock when the time comes to take the real test.

Learn the test.

Learning the test involves figuring how a score is determined.

Some standardized tests place greater emphasis on certain questions and tabulate scores based on this weighting system.

Learn that weighting system if it exists, and in the months leading up to the test help students concentrate on those sections that weigh more heavily than others. Another thing to learn is if the test weighs wrong answers more than skipped questions.

On such tests, a student might actually be better off leaving a question blank than guessing and risking a wrong answer. Many tutors specialize in a particular test and might be able to help students learn about the test they’re taking and, in so doing, improve their scores.

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Back to School Maintaining a gym locker

A few tips can keep gym lockers safe, clean and sanitary.

(MS) Students often find middle school or high school is their first foray into a structured physical education class that requires changing into a gym uniform or workout clothing. With this comes the responsibility of outfitting and maintaining another locker on campus.

A gym locker is different from a regular hallway locker in that it is often smaller and less frequently used. While some students may have gym every day of the week, others might have it two or three times a week. Even if it is visited daily, it’s only during the one gym period.

Gym lockers can be breeding grounds for some unsavory things, including bacteria, fungi and odour. That’s because they store clothing that is often damp from perspiration in tight quarters.

It also may be easy for lice or bed bugs to spread through the close contact of gym lockers.

Students can ensure their belongings are safe and secure by following a few safety and hygiene practices.

• Find out the wardrobe policy. Some schools require an issued uniform. Many others indicate the use of T-shirts, shorts of a specific length and sweatpants. There also may be requirements on footwear. Stock up on these items so you’ll have a few changes of clothes as necessary.

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you, purchase one to keep items safe. While potential thieves may not be interested in dirty socks or gym shorts, they may be interested in the digital devices, watches, clothing, and other items stored in gym lockers while you’re participating in gym class.

• Keep toiletries, such as antiperspirant, powder, sanitary pads, soap, shampoo (if there are showers), and a pair of water-resistant sandals handy.

• Because many microscopic organisms breed with warmth and moisture, something that is often in abundance in locker rooms, investing in some antibacterial spray, a desiccant product that absorbs moisture and an air freshener can keep your locker more sanitary.

• Depending on how dirty gym clothes become, you’ll want to bring them home at least once a week for laundering. Take dirty socks home daily because they can fester inside of the locker.

• A large zipper-top bag or a recycled grocery bag is a good way to tote home dirty gym clothing inside of your backpack.

• Be aware that the locker room floor may be teeming with bacteria, so avoid changing with bare feet on the ground.

The locker room can dredge up feelings of in-

adequacy and embarrassment when changing in front of fellow students. Once you have all of your supplies set, keep in mind some locker room etiquette.

• Respect personal space and take turns so that you have adequate room for changing comfortably.

• Keep your eyes to yourself. Be sure your eyes are at eye level with others. Nothing elicits feelings of anger or embarrassment faster that a student catching another student checking out a naked or nearly naked body. Few people feel comfortable in such situations, so respect privacy.

• Change clothes in stages. Take off a shirt and replace it with another. The same can be said for shorts and pants. Avoid prancing around in undergarments.

• Be quick about changing. Don’t dally in the locker room. This way if someone wants a little more privacy, most of the students will have cleared out.

Keep in mind that these formative years are times when your body and the bodies of other students are changing at a great pace. Locker rooms tend to make even the most self-secure person a little modest.

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SUCCESS The Ottawa Catholic School Board reminds students and families that Tuesday, September 6 is the first day of school.

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Junior and senior levels include children who will be 4 or 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2011.

For a list of schools offering full-day kindergarten, and those that offer before and after school programs, please visit http://www.ottawacatholicschools.ca/ content.php?doc=6418.

he Board’s excellent French language programs from kindergarten to grade 12 enable all students, by the end of high school, to reach their full potential in the acquisition of the French language. Twenty-first century learning is one of our Board priorities. Mobile devices, interactive whiteboards, a wireless network and digital resources are used to support student achievement. Please view our website for more information.

If you are new to the Ottawa area we invite you to visit the Board’s website to use the online School Locator.

Simply type in your address to find out which school your child should attend. School boundary maps are also available online, or call the Planning Department at 613-224-4455, ext. 2321 for additional assistance.

New students should provide: • EITHER parental OR child’s CATHOLIC baptismal certificate for students in junior kindergarten to grade 8; • A record of immunization and Ontario Health card; • A report card from the student’s previous school; and • For junior and senior kindergarten students, child’s birth certificate or other government document to show proof of age.

Registration of new students takes place at each school. We welcome non-Catholics in our elementary and intermediate schools on a space availability basis — call your local school for more details. Catholic high

schools are open to all students. Elementary school offices will be open for registration on Monday, August 29. High schools are open all summer.

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schedules and regular am/pm routes will be made available at elementary schools on August 29. Schools may be contacted directly after that date. Information regarding school bus routes can also be obtained by calling the OSTA at 613-224-8800, ext. 2580.

Adult Education The Ottawa Catholic School Board also offers a full range of learning opportunities for adults. For details, please call the Continuing Education Department at 613-228-3338 or St. Nicholas Adult High School at 613-228-8888 or visit http://continuingeducation. ottawacatholicschools.ca/index.php.

Families new to Canada or Ontario who wish to register a student in the Ottawa Catholic School Board AND whose first language is not English, are invited to begin their journey by visiting the Family Welcome Centre for language assessment and help with the registration process. Please call 613-233-5670 for an appointment.

Transportation Transportation is provided for senior and junior kindergarten students who live at least 0.8 km from the school. For students in grades 1-8, the minimum distance is 1.6 km, while the distance for grades 9-12 is 3.2 km. Eligible secondary students who take OC Transpo buses to school will be provided with passes or tickets for the months of September to June. Bus schedules are available on the Board’s website at www.ottawacatholicschools.ca or on the Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) website at www.ottawaschoolbus.ca. Midday kindergarten

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‘Founding Families’ initiative at new Westwind Public School JOHN CURRY

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The so-called “Founding Fathers” are revered in the United States for their role in declaring independence from Britain, fighting the Revolutionary War and establishing the U.S. constitution. Canada’s “Founding Fathers,” as it were, were the Fathers of Confederation such as John A. Macdonald, George Etienne-Cartier and Charles Tupper.

And so there is something of a tradition of honouring “founders,” whether it be of a country or of something of a lesser, albeit significant, nature, perhaps in a city or in a community. And so it is going to be with the new Westwind Public School on Hartsmere Drive in Stittsville which is opening this September.

Those involved with the school on “day one” are going to have the opportunity to take part in a “Founding Families” initiative. Every family which donates a new book to the school for use by students will be identified by name as a “founding family” on a label placed in the book. This initiative, conceived by the School Council with the

name coined by co-chair Allison Landon, will not only increase the books available to the inaugural students in the new school but also will help the students and their families feel that they have roots and attachment to the new school.

And these “Founding Families” will be able to help the new school with more than books thanks to Chapters at Kanata Centrum which will donate ten percent of what is paid for a book purchased for the school to Westwind Public School’s fundraising committee. This, though, only applies to books purchased on Friday, Sept. 9 between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., with the customer identifying that the book is being purchased for the school.

These funds will then be able to be used by the school for funding cultural presentations and workshops, field trips and other special events in the upcoming school year.

This is all being done to try to ensure that 495 students registered to attend the new school (with more expected) will have the resources and opportunities available to them in the new school that would exist in a more established school.

Allison Landon, co-chair of the School Council for the new Westwind Public School, made it clear in a presentation to the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville on Tuesday, Aug. 16 that the goal is to increase the resources – library books, gym equipment, funds for special presentations and more – that are at the new school in this, its start-up year.

She pointed out that while the new school is constructed and will be open in September, there is not a lot of money allocated for resources and this is where the community must step forward and support the school and its needs for the benefit of the children attending.

Ms. Landon explained that a standard is to have 25 items per student in a school library. For Westwind Public School, built for an enrolment of 600 students, this would mean 15,000 books or other items in the library.

“We have nowhere near 15,000 books for our children,” she said, which is why efforts are being made to acquire more books for the school through the “Founding Families” initiative and through the generosity of community members.

“Our largest initiative has been trying to put resources,

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Allison Landon is co-chair of the School Council at the new Westwind Public School in Stittsville. meaning books, into our library,” she said.

She noted that both Stittsville Public School and A. Lorne

Cassidy Elementary School in Stittsville have helped out in different ways. Students who have been attending both of these schools will be attending the new school. Stittsville Public School has provided some of the proceeds from its Fun Fair last June to the new school for the purchase of books. While generous, this $1,000 will only go so far when purchasing books that cost about $20 each.

A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School allowed Westwind Public School parents to have their choice of the books left over from the school’s annual giant book sale last May. This was done quickly after the event and the books selected are now in storage but it is not known at this time how many of these books will actually be able to be used at the new school.

Ms. Landon made the point that community help is needed if the new school is to be fully resourced in this upcoming inaugural school year.

“We are our children’s future,” Ms. Landon said, noting that what these children are given now will return to the community in the future thanks to the education that they receive in their community school.

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Being involved in gymnastics as mature women.

Uniquely inspiring. Being members of the Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team named Mystique, gold medalists at the last two Ontario Red Ribbon Aesthetic Group Gymnastics Competitions.

Awesome. Taking part in the World Gymnaestrada in Lausanne, Switzerland this summer. Priceless.

Yet this is the story of Stittsville residents Sharon Fryer and Elizabeth Campbell-Brown, both of whom were among the 27 gymnasts on the Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall team which participated in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World Gymnaestrada. The trip was organized by Paula Preston of Stittsville, who was Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Club team manager for the third time at such an event. She had previously been the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manager for the World Gymnaestradas held in Portugal and Austria.

The World Gymnaestrada, a celebration of the sport of gymnastics in all of its forms, is held every four years in different locations

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Sharon Fryer of Stittsville

around the world. For this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World Gymnaestrada in Lausanne, Switzerland, over 20,000 gymnasts from 53 countries participated, displaying their routines, meeting other gymnasts and learning from each other.

Sharon Fryer, who was a three time Ontario rhythmic gymnastics champion in her teens, has been the coach of the Mystique womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team since it was formed five years ago. Indeed, the team was formed because of a Gymnaestrada as Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Club parents became interested in participating in gymnastics themselves after seeing other adult groups perform in the 2006 Canadian Gymnaestrada which was held in Ottawa. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The World Gymnaestrada is an incredible experience for any gymnast,â&#x20AC;? says Ms. Fryer, noting that those performing range from those who participate for fun and fitness to those who compete internationally. She notes that the choreography and the way that routines are put together to incorporate different skills and to communicate is very interesting and inspiring.

Attending a World Gymnaestrada also allows gymnasts to make contacts not only from across their own country but from around the world.

Ms. Fryer found that the people of the host city, Lausanne, were very welcoming to all the gymnasts. The interest in the event is shown by the fact that action from the Gymnaestrada was shown daily on television.

Elizabeth CampbellBrown, who had been an artistic gymnast for ten years, began training with the Mystique team in 2008

after hearing about it from another former gymnast and friend whose daughter in a rhythmic gymnast. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never thought Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d still be doing gymnastics into my 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,â&#x20AC;? she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but many of the gymnasts we saw were over 70 and still tumbling, so I have many years to go.â&#x20AC;?

Ms. Campbell-Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son Kieran, who is 7, and her husband Chris are enthusiastic supporters of the Mystique team and travelled to the World Gymnaestrada. They were even featured on the World Gymnaestrada website.

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Munster Union Cemetery’s memorial service JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com

It’s now 125 years and counting for the Munster Union Cemetery.

Established in 1886, the cemetery will be celebrating its 125th anniversary at this year’s annual memorial service which is being held this Sunday, Aug. 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the Munster United Church in the heart of Munster. Holding the annual service inside at the Munster United Church has become the custom in

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recent years.

This year, the service, which will be led by Rev. Matt Gallinger of the Munster and Ashton United Churches, will recognize the 125th anniversary as the choir will sing a selection of older hymns.

They will be accompanied by violinist Ivy Garland who will also do a violin solo during the service.

A special 125th anniversary edition of the cemetery listing booklet will also be available for sale at this year’s service.

The Munster Union Cemetery today

is a non-profit organization that is a registered charity. The volunteer Board of Trustees meets regularly to make deci-

sions on behalf of the plot owners. Annual meetings are held to which all plot owners are invited.

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New Bryanston Gate Park Renderings City Planners have issued a new rendering for the Bryanston Gate Park re-construction. The colour plan graphically illustrates the new revised park layout based on the stormwater management requirements. The City is finished negotiating with Tartan regarding the park works that are needed in the area and is currently waiting on a timeline to be issued for when these works can be put into place. Due to the timing and the necessary time Tartan will require to complete their work, the park seeding will most likely occur in the spring. The rendering will shortly be posted on my website, www.shadqadri. com, moreover, if you wish to make comments regarding the rendering, contact information will be posted on my website as well.

Stittsville Village Fest 2011 It’s that time of the year again as the Stittsville Village Association proudly presents its annual Village Fest on Saturday, September 10th at the Village Square Park at the intersection of Stittsville Main Street and Abbott Street.

For years, Village Fest has been integral in bringing the residents of Stittsville together for a full day of fun for the whole family. This year’s event runs from 11 am to 4 pm.

The events will start with the People Parade which will meet at the corner of Shea Road and Abbott Street. The parade will proceed up to Village Square Park where the fun will continue. Decorate your bicycle, your wagon, your stroller, and even yourself or put on a special hat and walk with us. There are prizes to be won!!!!!! The People Parade will begin at 11am and entertainment at Village Square will continue until 4:00 pm. Hope to see you there.

Iber Road Resurfacing The firm Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd.(Cavanagh) has been contracted by the City of Ottawa to carry out the road resurfacing work on Iber Road from south of the Hazeldean Road intersection to north of the Abbott Street intersection.

As part of this contract, Cavanagh is assuming full responsibility for the construction work until it is completed. Their company will take every precaution to minimize interruptions to your day to day business, but as you can appreciate, there may be some inconvenience during the course of the resurfacing work.

As part of the road resurfacing work, the contractor will remove existing asphalt and adjust current maintenance holes and valve chambers. The resurfacing also includes paving the existing granular shoulder on both sides of the roadway; furthermore, this proposed work may require resurfacing a portion of some driveways along Iber Road.

The resurfacing work started this week and it is expected to be completed by mid September 2011. During this period the contractor will control traffic flow on Iber Road and they apologize in advance for the inconvenience this work may cause you.

Should you have any question, or require further information regarding this work on Iber Road, please contact City site inspector Kevin McNeill at (613) 286-1778 or Thomas Cavanagh at (613) 225-0780.

Older Adult Plan Sets the Stage for New Seniors Strategy With Ottawa’s seniors population expected to double in size during the next 20 years, the City’s Older Adult Plan provides new and vital data to help the City meet the growing and changing service and program needs of Ottawa’s aging population. Three reports tabled at Thursday’s Community and Protective Services Committee offer an invaluable picture of who Ottawa’s older

adults are today, how a major demographic shift will reshape our community in the next two decades and what services and programs the City currently offers to older adults.

The Older Adult Plan outlines trends in Ottawa’s aging population and identifies strengths, gaps and opportunities to enhance services for seniors. Research shows an increased number of older adults will live in suburban and rural areas, compared to three-quarters of Ottawa seniors who live in urban areas today. The Plan also shows that while most Ottawa seniors are financially secure, unattached people, women and recent immigrants are among the most vulnerable groups in the seniors population.

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On site at the construction of the new Scott Van’t Foort Memorial School at Motony Primary School in the village of Oloomirani in Kenya are, from left to right, guide Joel Tobiko Sankel; Karla Nugent, a friend of Scott’s; Samantha Ball of Stittsville, a friend of Scott’s; Harry Van’t Foort and Iena Van’t Foort, parents of Scott Van’t Foort who died in an automobile accident in 2003; and guide Samuel Kudate.

The Older Adult Plan also sets the stage for the Mayor’s “Seniors Summit” this fall at City Hall. Key dates and registration information will be released in the upcoming weeks. The months following the Summit will feature community consultations, co-hosted by the City and Age Friendly Ottawa. The Summit and community consultations will help the City develop an action plan next spring, with concrete recommendations to address the needs of current and future older adults living in Ottawa.

East African Fundraising Effort In an effort to help provide some relief to those victims experiencing drought in East Africa, Mayor Jim Watson has decided to host a fundraiser at City Hall on Wednesday, September 14th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $100 each and all donations will be eligible for an Income Tax receipt.

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The mayor’s office has been working with the EastAfrican community and the Humanitarian Coalition, and has invited all embassies residing within Ottawa’s distinguished diplomatic community to take part in this unique fundraising initiative, “Ottawa Cares: An Evening In Support of Famine Relief”, an interactive cocktail reception featuring international cuisine and entertainment.

Proceeds from the evening’s event will be graciously accepted by The Humanitarian Coalition, a joint coalition of Care Canada, OxFam Canada, OxFam-Québec, Plan Canada and Save the Children Canada, and all funds will be matched by the Government of Canada.

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For ticket information please contact 613-580-2496. If you have any additional questions, you can direct them to Brook Simpson: Brook.Simpson@Ottawa.ca .

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Ontario has introduced Time-of-Use rates* to help you better manage your electricity costs. Time-of-Use rates based on off-peak, mid-peak, and on-peak periods, will help you decide when and how to best use electricity.

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As your Councillor, I always welcome your keen input and ideas on how we can sustain and improve Stittsville.

Please contact our office anytime by phone at 613-5802476 or by e-mail at Shad.Qadri@ottawa.ca.

My ward office is situated in the Goulbourn Recreation Complex, located at 1500 Shea Road. Please note the summer hours of operation are Mondays 9-1pm, Wednesdays 3-7pm, Fridays 9-4pm, and Saturday 9am12pm. Please do not hesitate to pay us a visit. I welcome your call or email to arrange an appointment.

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Golf tournament helps Kenya Samantha Ball of Stittsville has seen first hand how funds raised in Canada can help improve the lives of children in Kenya. Indeed, as part of a team of volunteers organizing the Scott Van’t Foort Memorial School Golf Tournament for the past five years, she has actually raised the money which has allowed Free The Children to build the Scott Van’t Foort Memorial School in the rural Kenyan village of Oloomirani last September.

And the fundraising is continuing with this year’s sixth annual golf tournament, raising funds for teacher salaries, supplies and necessities at the Motony Primary School in Oloomirani.

Last September Samantha, along with Scott’s parents, Harry and Iena Van’t Foort and Karla Nugent travelled to Kenya at their own personal expense to take part in the building of the school as well as to get to know about Free The Children’s “Adopta-Village Program” which is based on providing quality primary education, health care services, alternative income projects and clean drinking water and sanitation systems. Scott Van’t Foort was Samantha’s best friend which is the reason for her involvement. Karla Nugent was a friend of Scott’s and they served on Student Council in high school together.

The group learned about the program by visiting different Free The Children project sites such as a medical clinic, a new all-girls secondary school, a primary school, clean water wells at schools and a store where local handicrafts made by women are sold to increase household income.

Samantha and her three travelling companions experienced a warm community welcome ceremony at Motony Primary School in Oloomirani where the staff, parents and children thanked the group for their fundraising efforts. Samantha and the others then rolled up their sleeves and worked along community members in building Scott’s school which is one of many one room schoolhouses that make up Motony Primary School. It is done this way to take advantage of a Kenyan government subsidy program that is available to a “school.” Each one room schoolhouse like Scott’s that make up the primary school becomes entitled to the subsidy program.

During the building process, Samantha and the others met the children who would be attending the school and came away with a full understanding of the appreciation that the children of that community feel for their primary school.

Free The Children has a tree nursery where seedlings are grown and then planted at schools built through the organization’s efforts. On the final day of the building of Scott’s school, with all the walls raised, ready for local professional contractors to finish the roof, each member of the group including Samantha was given a tree to plant at the site of Scott’s school.

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“It was fulfilling to see the development of the school after so many years of fundraising and to see that the support of our community here in Canada had been so well appreciated but it was also sad to realize that we would be leaving the school site as well as the amazing students and people there,” Photo courtesy of Samantha Ball Samantha says This one-room school is like the new Scott Van’t Foort about this tree Memorial School which has been built at the Motony Primary planting experiSchool in Oloomirani in Kenya. ence.

Coming back from Kenya, Saers (deadline Sept. 1). mantha and the group organizing the To sign up to play or to make a prize annual Scott Van’t Foort Memorial donation or to sponsor a hole ($50 per School Golf Tournament are more pashole), please contact Samantha Ball at sionate than ever to continue to help 613-806-6520 or via email at samanthathe Oloomirani community. That’s ball@hotmail.com. why the tournament is continuing so All cash donations will receive a tax that funds can be provided to meet receipt from Free The Children. ongoing expenses and needs related Participants and sponsors come to Scott’s school. The tournament will from Chesterville, Morrisburg, Brinalso be raising funds for scholarships ston, Brockville, Ottawa, Kanata, and bursaries at Seaway District High Perth and Stittsville which makes School in Iroquois where Scott Van’t When Scott Van’t Foort died in Foort was a student when he died in the car accident in 2003, family and an automobile accident in 2003. There friends were determined to create a are also plans to set up a continuing lasting memorial to him. Because of education scholarship for Kenyan his love for reading, education and children from the Oloomirani area. children, it was decided that Scott The sixth annual Scott Van’t Foort could be uniquely remembered by Memorial School Golf Tournament contributing to education in the Third will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 at the World. This has been accomplished Iroquois Golf Club at the St. Lawrence by raising funds in his name for Free Seaway community of Iroquois.

The Children and its “Brick by Brick” This year the Iroquois Golf Club is making a donation to Scott’s cause school building program. Through based on the number of golfers parthis initiative, Free The Children orticipating in the tournament, so the ganizes the building of schools for more golfers, the better. disadvantaged children in developing The tournament will have a shotcountries and then ensures ongoing gun start at noon, followed by a steak donations for teacher salaries and dinner. This is a great opportunity for school supplies.

Stittsville area golfers to play a course The first five Scott Van’t Foort Methat they do not normally plan while morial School Golf Tournaments have also helping a worthy cause. Cost to raised enough money to completely participate in the tournament is $65 fund the building of Scott’s school in which includes 18 holes and a steak partnership with Free The Children dinner. Non-golfers can enjoy the and its associated charity Me To We. steak dinner at 6 p.m. for only $30.

Free The Children is an internaEven children’s dinner rates are availtional charity and youth movement able as this is to be a family friendly founded in 1995 by children’s rights occasion. Golf carts can be arranged advocate Craig Kielburger, a Canadiby contacting the Iroquois Golf Club an. It main focus now is to eradicate at 613-652-4367 in advance. barriers to children’s education in While many prizes have already the developing world, although it also been donated and businesses are signworks to eliminate child labour. ing up to sponsor a hole, there is still Samantha Ball had learned about room for more prizes and hole sponFree The Children from reading a book sors (deadline Sept. 9). Participants by its founder Craig Kielburger while and sponsors come from a wide area she was in high school. This prompted including Chesterville, Morrisburg, her to start a global outreach group Brinston, Brockville, Ottawa, Kanaat Seaway District High School which ta, Perth and Stittsville, all of which Scott joined. When Scott died, it was means a lot of bang for the advertising decided that Free The Children was buck for hole sponsors. the best charitable vehicle available In addition to prize and hole sponto undertake a school building project sors, there is still room for more golffor Scott.

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John Morrison will be visiting the Stittsville Legion Hall on Monday, Sept. 19. Any veteran who would like to see Mr. Morrison should place his or her name and phone number on the sheet posted in the bar area at the Legion Hall.

Fred Appel reports that the dart season will begin on Thursday, Sept. 15 in the upstairs lounge at the Legion Hall, beginning at 7 p.m. There are still some spots remaining for players. All players from beginner level to advanced are most welcome to participate. You do not have to be a Legion member to take part. The emphasis of this Thursday night dart league is to have fun and to establish friendships in the community.

On Thursday, Sept. 15, the teams will be formed and following by a quick review of the rules, there will be a fun evening of darts to get the rust out of the arms.

The dart league is also looking for volunteers to help organize some of the special events being planned for the upcoming season such as a “turkey shoot.”

There is going to be a meeting for dart players at the Legion Hall on Friday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m.

Everyone is urged to attend.

Tom Sullivan had the men’s high score at the euchre party at the Stittsville Legion Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 9.

Garnet Vaughn was the runner-up for the men.

Lila Chamberlain had the ladies’ high score, with Bobbie

McGillvery placing second.

Dave Argue had the most lone hands while Mike O’Connell had the low score.

Marion Argue had the hidden score while the door prizes were won by Elma Bond and Dick Ross.

Dave Argue had the men’s high score at the euchre party at the Stittsville Legion Hall on Tuesday, Aug. 16, with Randy Clouthier placing second.

Shirley Pretty had the ladies’ high score, with Marion Argue as the runner-up.

Jackie Ralph had the most lone hands while Eddie Legault had the low score. Alma Bond had the hidden score.

Door prizes were won by Sharon Legault and Norm Legault.

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A “Karaoke” and steak night will be held at the Legion Hall this Friday, Aug. 26. Steak will be served from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Karaoke starting at 8 p.m.

Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

The next trip to the Slots at Rideau Carleton Raceway organized by the 55 Plus Club of the Legion will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 7. For more information, please contact Marion Gullock at 613-836-5254.

Don’t forget the Stittsville Legion’s lunch BBQ’s that are being held every Friday from

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bratwurst, hamburgers and hot dogs are on the menu, along with potato salad and sauerkraut. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Euchre is played at the Legion Hall every Tuesday starting at 1:15 p.m. and every Thursday starting at 7:30 p.m.

Bingo is played at the Legion Hall every Wednesday starting at 6:45 p.m. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

The first meeting of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Stittsville Legion will be held in the downstairs lounge at the Legion Hall on Monday, Sept. 26 starting at 7 p.m.

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Stittsville Legion president Ron Currie tries his luck in the putting contest which was held as part of the Legion’s Duffer Scramble Golf Tournament at the Madawaska Golf Club at Arnprior on Thursday, Aug. 18.

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Bev Currie looks after the target area in the putting contest which was held as part of the Stittsville Legion’s annual Duffer Scramble Golf Tournament at the Madawaska Golf Club at Arnprior on Thursday, Aug. 18.

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A curve on McBean Street just south of Richmond was too much for a speeding youth recently.

A teenage driver ended up in the Kemptville hospital with

non-life threatening injuries after he lost control of his vehicle on McBean Street while driving northbound near Dobson Lane about 4 a.m. on a recent Saturday. He entered the curve in the road at a high rate of speed (well above the posted speed

limit of 70 kilometers per hour), crossing over the centre line, careening into a ditch and flying through the air before coming to a halt against a farm fence. His passengers escaped without injuries. The youthful driver was charged with careless driving by the Ottawa Police Service.

The driver did not display any signs of impairement.

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SETTING THE TABLE Carolyn Barkley fills up a milk pitcher as she sets up a table for the “Lunch with a Victorian Flair” in support of the Canadian Spinal Research Organization at the home of Richard and Jean Fraser on Fallowfield Road in rural Goulbourn. These lunches were held from Tuesday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 21.

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Jim Wilson prepares the salads for the “Lunch with a Victorian Flair” in support of the Canadian Spinal Research Organization at the home of Richard and Jean Fraser on Fallowfield Road in rural Goulbourn. These lunches were held from Tuesday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 21, with special guests including city of Ottawa Rideau-Goulbourn ward councillor Scott Moffatt, Nepean-Carleton MPP Lisa MacLeod and Mike Dorman, executive director of the Canadian Spinal Research Organization.

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Stittsville’s Aqua Academy is staying afloat for next year.

The backyard swimming lesson business was founded by 21 year old university student Sasha Yasinski this summer thanks to the Summer Company Program, an initiative of the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade delivered through OCRI’s Entrepreneurship Centre and designed to help young entrepreneurs develop, plan and run a business.

Aqua Academy has been so successful this summer that Sasha already plans to operate it again next summer, although with a difference – she will be hiring probably two or three other instructors to help with the workload and expand the program.

A student at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay where she is going into her fourth and final year in the outdoor recreation and tourism program, she learned about the Summer Company Program from one of her professors. She applied for the program which offers $1,500 in funding for startup expenses plus $1,500

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at the end of the summer when returning to school. She knew of someone else who had offered swimming lessons in a backyard pool and given her background as a swimming instructor and certified lifeguard, it seemed like a good idea for her. She created a business plan which included marketing and pricing strategies. Indeed, one of the early challenges was trying to decide what to charge for the lessons, most of which were to be private, one-on-one lessons.

Most of the lessons have been offered in the backyard pool at the Yasinski home in Stittsville, although she did do a few at off-site locations. Indeed, with other instructors hired next summer, there will be more opportunities for offsite lessons. Her plan for next year also includes offering two lessons at a time in her backyard pool, given the fact that she will have other instructors available.

Thanks to the Summer Company Program and her initial $1,500 grant, Sasha was able to handle the start up expenses for Aqua Academy, such as the printing of flyers, necessary pool equipment such as noodles and other necessities such as pool chemicals.

“I made sure I spent all of it,” she says

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It has been a busy summer for Sasha, teaching eight hours a day while also doing other business-related tasks such as bookkeeping and responding to inquiries. Indeed, she has discovered that being in business is a seven day a week experience as she has found that she is always thinking about the business. Her busy schedule has made it difficult, in fact, for her to attend the business training seminars which are associated with the Summer Company Program but the demands of the business have had to come first.

But the experience has also opened up the world of the entrepreneur for her.

“I love the idea of working for myself,” she says. Indeed, her dream of one day running her own yoga studio now seems more plausible.

In the short term, this summer’s experience with Aqua Academy will be paying dividends for the coming school year. The $1,500 that she will be receiving when she wraps up this summer’s enterprise at the end of August will help her with her school and living expenses at Lakehead University, reducing the need for the student loans which she has received in the past.

Sasha has praise for her program mentor, Diana Martinez who works for OCRI’s Entrepreneurial Centre. They communicate about three times a week.

“She points me in the right direction,” Sasha says about her mentor, noting that with her lack of business experience, the availability of such guidance is important.

“I don’t know what I would do without the program,” she adds, surmising that she would have made a lot of mistakes with the business without such support.

Coming up with a name for the business was important to Sasha.

“I wanted something that sounded fancy,” she says – a name that portrayed both a professional and exclusive kind of feel because that is what she offers with her private backyard swimming lessons. She did not want a lame name like “Sasha’s Backyard Swimming Lessons,” and thanks to her mother’s suggestion, her business became the distinguished sounding Aqua Academy.

On a typical day, Sasha is up at 7 a.m. and prepares the pool for the lessons which usually start at 9 a.m. Except for lunch and dinner breaks, she is giving swimming lessons in the pool, going right through to 7 p.m. Indeed, she has spent so much time in the water this summer that she has found that her hair is thinning due to long exposure to the pool water.

She would like to convert the water to salt water which is easier on the skin or may try to use different chemicals when Aqua Academy operates next summer.

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Program encourages entrepreneurship From page 38 Sasha got her business started by printing up flyers, designed by a graphic designer friend, and distributing them to stores and other locations in the area.

She also tried other approaches such as newspaper notices but found that “word of mouth” turned out to be her best marketing tool. She soon had her July all booked and her August quickly filled up as well.

What has made it such a great summer for Sasha is that it has been a lot of fun, not only using her skills as a swimming instructor but also developing relationships with her youthful pupils.

“It’s definitely a fun job,” she says, going so far as to say that it is probably the best summer job anyone could have who likes swimming.

And she just beams when she tells about the thank you cards and messages which her youthful clients have given her following completion of their lessons. She has these colourful, hand-made messages displayed in the pool’s equipment shed.

Sasha believes that swimming is one of the most important skills for youth to master. It is not only for safety if a family has a pool but also swimming is great for fitness and health.

The majority of her students this summer have been between the ages of four and six, with a lot of seven and eight year olds, although the age range was from age 2 1/2 through 13. She has emphasized private or semi-private lessons, although she has made some exceptions for groups of three or four.

She prefers private or semi-private instruction because it allows her to focus on the small details of swimming that are

often overlooked in larger group lesson settings. In a private lesson, for example, Sasha works one on one with the client and can ensure that the youngster learns the proper technique right from the start and does not develop any bad habits. This could be as simple as how the youngster points his or her toes, something which is not usually addressed in a group lesson.

A half hour private lesson also is more intensive and active than a group lesson, because in a group lesson, swimmers usually have periods of inactivity as another swimmer tries something under the eye of the instructor. With a private lesson, one on one, there are no times of inactivity. Private lessons are thus more physically challenging due to this constant activity, not only for the client but also for the instructor.

Sasha finds that a week or two of half hour, private lessons can transform a youthful swimmer.

“In the end they come out a whole different swimmer,” she says.

Another advantage, at least for some, of private or small group lessons in a backyard pool is that there is less noise.

An indoor pool environment can be loud and noisy and for some youngsters this presents problems as they require a quieter place for best learning.

Some children also have trouble listening when in a group setting, something which a private lesson can overcome.

Sasha notes that many do not understand how beneficial swimming lessons can be and how fast youngsters develop their swimming skills in such lessons.

She says that many parents have thanked her for helping make their children not afraid of the water.

She says that most youngsters have difficulty swimming on their back and yet she points out that it is far safer than ordinary swimming as a person floats easier on the back and all of the breathing takes place with the face out of the water. Teaching the dynamics of floating and how a body naturally floats are among the things that Sasha explains and teaches in her private lessons, something that is not normally done in larger group lessons.

Sasha, who has lived in Stittsville since she was four years old and is a graduate of Sacred Heart High School, has been teaching swimming and aqua fitness since she was 16 years old, working at such facilities as the Goulbourn Recreation Complex and the Nepean Sportsplex. She herself has been swimming as long as she can remember.

“My parents got me swimming right out of the womb,” she quips.

Her self-professed “lifelong dream” is to be a lifeguard in Australia and indeed she may travel there after she runs the Aqua Academy again next summer.

She sees aquatics as always having a place in her life, acknowledging that she is good at teaching swimming.

“It’s what I love to do,” she says.

One of the challenges that she has found in running her own business this summer has been to schedule time for herself and not constantly be thinking about the business. She admits that she was not good at this at the beginning of the summer but has improved and she feels that next summer she will be much better at scheduling her work and social lives.

She is an enthusiastic supporter of the Summer Company Program, saying that

it is the government’s way of encouraging entrepreneurship. She says that the program provides an opportunity for young people to take something what they are good at and turn it into a business.

Sasha is expecting to have a lot of returning students at the Aqua Academy next summer. But with her plan for more instructors to help her, she will have many spots open. She encourages parents to contact her now so that she can add them to her list of potential clients for next summer.

She also wants to hear from any young swimming instructors who might be interested in working for her next summer.

She can be contacted at syasinsk@lakeheadu.ca.

Looking back over the summer, she has found that her Aqua Academy experience has been “pretty much smooth sailing.” She says that she was expecting more problems and complications than arose but attributes much of this to the parents of Stittsville, Kanata and surrounding area whom she has discovered to be just marvelous and so supportive.

She would like to thank all those who discovered and participated in the Aqua Academy program this summer.

The Summer Company Program is meant to help students develop transferable business skills that will last a lifetime.

“They clearly demonstrate the vision and dedication required to operate a successful company,” says Stephen Daze, executive director of entrepreneurship and innovation for OCRI, about the students involved in the Summer Company Program. OCRI is the city of Ottawa’s economic development agency.

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Darts are a “go” at the Richmond Legion this fall.

Tom Collins has agreed to run the show and registration has been set for Thursday, Sept. 8 and Friday, Sept. 9 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Richmond Legion Hall. The actual season will begin on Friday, Sept. 30 at 7:45 p.m. Registration is $20 per player for a three-person team. There will be a team league and, if enough are interest, a singles league as well. Registration for singles will be $5 per player. Other details will be available at the registration sessions. Remember, you do not have to be a Legion member to

play in this darts league.

A colour party is being organized to lead the annual Richmond Fair parade again this year. In addition, there should be a couple of army vehicles in which Legion members can ride.

Legion Week will run from Sept. 19 to Sept. 24. There will be a BBQ at the Legion Hall on Friday, Sept. 23 with entertainment as well. The BBQ will start at 4:30 p.m. Call Mavis Lewis at 613-838-2749 to reserve a ticket. This will be the last BBQ of the season. There is also one on Friday, Sept. 2.

The rear parking lot at the Legion Hall has been leveled and graded thanks to Rabb Construction. There is room for four rows of parking in this lot and so

contrary to some comments about a lack of parking, there is plenty but it must be done right – one row along the retaining wall right behind the building, then two rows in the centre of the lot and a fourth row backed up to the grass line at the rear of the lot.

The Legion’s membership renewal campaign begins in September. There will be early bird draws once again during Sept. and Oct. Dues are remaining at $42. Renewing in either Sept. or Oct. means your name goes in a draw to win your dues back. Those who renew in Sept. will see their name go in the draw

for both months. Contact Jane Louks at 613-838-3244 for membership information if you would like to join the Legion.

Get well wishes go out to Elsie Salter, Jim Rath, Bob Lawless and Millie Kennedy.

Coffee is served every weekday at 10 a.m. at the Legion Hall. Exercise classes are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The card game “500” is played every Wednesday at 1 p.m. while euchre is played each Friday at 1:30 p.m. Everyone in the community is welcome to take part in any of these activities at the Legion Hall.

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SINGING YOUNGSTERS Rev. Teresa Charlton, left, foreground, of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Richmond directs a singing rehearsal for the youngsters attending the recent summer vacation bible school “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands” which was hosted by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. The youngsters sang at the Sunday worship service at the church on Sunday, Aug. 14 and then also sang at the Richmond Care Lodge on Tuesday, Aug. 23.

Another $200 goes in early bird draw SPECIAL TO THE NEWS Another $200 has been given away to eight lucky winners in the third early bird draw of the 2011 Richmond Fair raffle.

The eight most recent early bird winners, thanks to a draw held on Thursday, Aug. 11, are Carol Demjan, ticket number 038, Scott Cummings, ticket number 257, Patricia Bert, ticket number 284, Mike Harvey, ticket number 192, and Bonnie Jensen, ticket number 272, all of Richmond; David Fairbrother, ticket number 033, and Helene Rivest, ticket number 037, both of Stittsville; and Brian Standing of Pembroke, ticket number 166.

Each of these early bird draw winners receives $25.

There will be two more early bird draws before the main raffle draw is held at the Richmond Fair’s Saturday night dance on Sept. 17. In this main raffle draw, a total of $2,750 in cash will be given away, consisting of a $1,000 grand prize, two $500

prizes, a $250 prize and five $100 prizes.

The early bird draws, five in total, are taking place every two weeks leading up to the annual Richmond Fair which this year runs from Thursday, Sept. 15 through Sunday, Sept. 18.

Winners in the first early bird draw on July 14 were Christina Jessome of Carleton Place, Aynsley D’Angelo of Stittsville, John Oesterle of Ashton and George Parks, Ed Stewart, Ernest Beaudette, Denise Crawford and Mavis Lewis, all of Richmond. Winners in the second early bird draw on July 28 were Heidi Leopold of Ottawa, Wayne Byrne of Munster, Ruth Bell and Chris Hogg, both of North Gower, and Tricia Schouten, Scott Cummings, Gayle Ryan and Allister Sehl, all of Richmond.

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SPECIAL TO THE NEWS There’s a new kid on the competitive hockey block this coming season.

The RWC Hockey Club will be icing teams at the minor atom, major atom, minor peewee, major peewee, minor bantam, major bantam, minor midget and major midget levels this coming season, playing under the name Crusaders.

Team colours will be navy blue, yellow, white and grey.

This is a two year pilot proj-

ect involving the Richmond Munster Minor Hockey Association (RMMHA) and the West Carleton Minor Hockey Association (WCMHA), approved by their governing bodies, namely District 4 and the Ottawa District Minor Hockey Association, and offering competitive hockey at the Tier 3 level. This is equivalent to the Stittsville RAMS teams.

Tryouts for these new teams will be held this September.

Head coaches have already been selected as follows: Sean Oving-

ton, minor atom; Andrew Splinter, major atom; Kent Graham, minor peewee; Tim Johnson, major peewee; Paul Rodier, minor bantam; Tim Giles, major bantam; and James Canton, major midget. The minor midget coach is still to be selected.

A Board of Directors has been set up for the RWC Hockey Club, with Don Gray, president of the RMMHA, as co-chair along with Sherry Malloy, who is WCMHA president. The new Board of Directors includes people from the executives of both the RMMHA

and the WCMHA. For instance, Gary Quinn, who is second vice-president of WCMHA, is director of hockey for the new RWC Hockey Club while Tim Johnson, RMMHA director of competitive, assumes the same role with the new RWC Hockey Club.

Others from the RMMHA who are on the new RWC Hockey Club Board of Directors include Denise Crawford who is registrar and Pat Beresford who is director of communications.

Former RMMHA president and

longtime minor hockey office holder Don Wise is the ice scheduler for the new hockey club.

Competitive teams have a busier hockey schedule than house league teams. A competitive team has at least two games a week plus at least one practice.

Competitive teams frequently have additional practices and periodic off-ice training or class sessions.

Competitive teams also frequently engage in fundraising to support the team’s additional programming.

56ers (David) taking on Kars Aces (Goliath) SPECIAL TO THE NEWS

Just 2-1 for Stittsville going into the third inning, the 56ers exploded for four runs, three thanks to a home run

by Scott Parsons to make it 6-1.

Stittsville added another run in the fifth inning and then four more in the sixth thanks to a grand slam homer by Dan Jessiman, making it 11-1.

Kars scored twice in its last at-bat but went down 11-3 to the 56ers.

While the 56ers carried hot bats in this game, the team also shone in the field, pulling off its first triple play ever. Kars had two players on base who were on the move with a line drive to shallow centre field. But the ball was caught by Dan Jessiman and both runners were doubled off on the bases, accounting for this triple play.

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It’s David versus Goliath and so far David is holding his own.

The Stittsville 56ers have come back strongly to tie their best of five Greater Ottawa Fastball League series with the Kars Aces at one game apiece.

This is great for a team that finished the regular season in seventh and last place with a record of five wins, 12 losses and one tie. The Kars Aces, on the other hand, had a great regular season, finishing in second place in the seven team league.

In the opening game of the series at Alexander Grove in Stittsville, the 56ers gave the Aces quite a scare, although the game ended 9-8 in favour of the Aces.

Kars jumped out to a 4-0 lead after two innings and led 6-1 after the fifth

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A four run rally highlighted by triples by Dan Jessiman and Ben Giggliotti saw the Kars lead almost vanish, down to a 6-5 lead.

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Season coming for Royals JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com

The new season is fast approaching for the Stittsville Royals junior B hockey team.

The Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League team, which plays out of the Goulbourn Recreation Complex on Shea Road in Stittsville, will be opening its training camp on Friday, Sept.

2, with four exhibition games scheduled before the start of the regular season. Two of these pre-season exhibition games will be at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex, one on Wednesday, Sept. 7 against the Renfrew

Timberwolves at 7:30 p.m. and another on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 2:30 p.m. against the Ottawa West squad.

The Royals will start their season with two games at the North Grenville Municipal Centre in Kemptville on Saturday, Sept.

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The Royals’ coaching staff this season has been enhanced with the appointment of Ryan Fraser as an assistant coach. He has played in the Eastern On-

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The Stittsville Royals have protected eight local players for the coming season, namely Richard Howe of Stittsville and Roger Collins, Connor DeCosta, Ryan Dube, Patrick Imbessi, Bradley Logan, Garnet McCune and Mike McDowall, all of Kanata.

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Stittsville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) is taking steps for this coming season to increase sales at the canteen at the Stittsville District Community Centre, home of the Stittsville Johnny Leroux Community Arena.

The reason is simple – the better the canteen does, the better the SMHA does. That’s because the SMHA leases the canteen operation from the city of Ottawa and operates it using a third party through a profit sharing agreement. Revenue generated from the canteen is used by the SMHA to keep its registration fees lower than they would be without the revenue. This means that the registration fees are more affordable for SMHA families.

Because of these financial benefits from the canteen, the SMHA plans to schedule more games and practices at the Initiation and Novice levels at the Stittsville District Community Centre this coming hockey season. This should increase sales at the canteen.

In addition, SMHA house level tournaments this coming season will be held at the Stittsville District Community, again increasing activity at the facility which in turn should help improve sales at the canteen.

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Two registration sessions for the winter programs offered by the Goulbourn Skating Club are coming up.

One session will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 7 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Stittsville District Community Centre (arena) in Stittsville while there will also be a session on Tuesday, Sept. 13, again from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre (arena) in Richmond.

These follow an earlier registration session that was held on Wednesday, Aug. 10 at the Stittsville District Community Centre.

Programs being offered include CanSkate, StarSkate, CanPowerSkate, Adult Skate and a new program, Special Olympics.

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The Special Olympics program is being introduced this year to provide instruction for special needs skaters.

These winter session programs will take offered in both Stittsville and Richmond, running from October through March. All of the programs are taught by nationally certified instructors.

The Goulbourn Skating Club was formed in the spring of 2004, combining the former Stittsville and Richmond Figure Skating Clubs. The Goulbourn Skating Club is a member of Skate Canada and is run by dedicated volunteers except for the professional skating coaches who teach the programs and a club administrator.

The Goulbourn Skating Club is a member of Skate Canada’s Eastern Ontario Section.

For more information about the Goulbourn Skating Club and its programs, please call 613-8601334 or visit the website goulbournskatingclub.com.

Online registration is also available.

Minor hockey registration SPECIAL TO THE NEWS Wednesday, Aug. 31 is the deadline for registering for the 2011-2012 minor hockey season with the Stittsville Minor Hockey Association (SMHA). Parents can register their child with the SMHA online at http://www.stittsvilleminorhockey.com/house/ or by contacting the SMHA registrar via email at registrar_2@stittsvilleminorhockey.com.

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30th Annual

Something For Everyone

Original works of art by well-known and new, juried artists ensures high-quality work at the Rideau Valley Art Festival.

Artists will be on hand to answer questions, and a variety of attractions promise something for everyone.

Art patrons were united in their praise for the quality of work exhibited at last year’s show.

If unique art is your passion, plan to attend the Original-Art-Only R.V.A.F on the 4th weekend of August 2012.

August 26, 27, 28 KATE GREEN

ORIGINAL ART EXHIBITION & SALE

JAN FITCH

FRIDAY, AUG. 26 6 ~ 9 p.m.

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SATURDAY, AUG. 27 10 a.m. ~ 6 p.m.

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SUNDAY, AUG. 28 10 a.m. ~ 4 p.m.

ADMISSION: Adults $5 Seniors & Students $4 Children (under 12): FREE BILL KEAST

Located in the beautiful Village of Westport on Upper Rideau Lake in the heart of the historic Rideau Valley, the Festival is home to over 60 artists this year. Proceeds from the exhibition fund many local and district community organizations.

Visit our website for detailed information: www.rideauvalleyartfestival.com • 613-273-2260

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It’s a win-win-win situation. You get to thank a client or business associate or remind a relative or friend that you are thinking about them with a hand-delivered potted mum. Win number one. You get to do this all for only $14, well below the going commercial rate. Win number two. And in doing this you get to help out the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville and its work both in the community and internationally. Win number three. What a deal!

All of these winning scenarios come from the annual sale and delivery of potted mums by the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville. You just can’t beat it.

This is the Rotary Club’s major fundraising project of the year, providing much of the revenue which allows the Rotary Club to do its work both in the community and internationally. For instance, the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville provides an award for community involvement to a graduating student at Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Stittsville and South Carleton High School in Richmond. The Club has also made a financial commitment to help fund a new youth residential drug treatment centre for the Ottawa area.

And on the international front, the Club has supported Rotary International’s efforts to rid the world of its last vestiges

of polio and recently has entered a partnership with Maama Watali organization in Luweero, Uganda to build and equip a library in the community there. The revenue which the Club earns from its sale of mums helps to fund these and other Club initiatives both in the community and in the world at large.

Between now and Sept. 13, Rotary Club members will be approaching local businesses and individuals about the sale of these mums.

The $14 per plant cost includes delivery of the mum to a business or home location along with a personal message. The mums this year are going to be delivered on Friday, Sept. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 1 which is just a week before Thanksgiving itself – a perfect time to say thanks to a business associate or client or to remind a friend or family member just how much they mean to you.

The Club receives revenue not only for the sale of the mums but also for delivery them. This year the Club is hoping to far exceed the number sold last year.

The Rotary Club of West Ottawa is the lead club for this sale and delivery of mums project called “Mums for Thanksgiving” which is now entering its 16th year. Participating groups like the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville sell the mums and also deliver them in the local area, whether they sell them or others sell them.

Anyone who wants to order one or

more of these mums and have it delivered to a business associate or client or a family member or friend should contact Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville president Theresa Qadri at 613-620-6245, immediate past president Leo Maiorino at 613-831-8668 or any Club member which includes Alfredo Patricio, Barb Gladwish, Brad Spriggs, Carolyn Clark, Grace Bell, Jas Michalski, Maher Abou-Guen-

dia, Maria Harrington, Stephen Hunter, Susan Namulindwa, Valerie Wright and Wes Zacharuk.

Remember – you are not only bringing the beauty of a potted flower into the life of a client or cherished one, you are also advancing the work of the Rotary Club in the community and around the world.

And all for only $14. What a winning scenario!

Walking or sitting - keep fit JOHN CURRY john.curry@metroland.com

Walking, as everyone knows, is a good way to keep fit. But did you know that sitting is also a way to keep fit.

Well, not just sitting there watching TV. But taking part in an active sitting exercise program like the one that is being offered by Ottawa Public Health at the Pretty Street Community Centre in

Stittsville.

Beginning on Friday, Sept. 16, this active sitting exercise program is open to people of all ages. It promises a gentle workout but a workout nonetheless.

What a way to keep fit!

Besides this active sitting exercise program, there is also an indoor walking group that will be meeting again this fall upstairs at the Stittsville District Community Centre. This Stittsville in-

door walking group will be meeting every Monday from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and also on Friday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The program will be starting up for the fall on Monday, Sept. 12. All ages are welcome. For more information on either the active sitting exercise program or the indoor walking group, please contact Ottawa Public Health nurse Janice Tughan at 613-5806744, ext. 15251.

John Curry photo

Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville members Steve Hunter, left, and Wes Zacharuk, right, hold a potted mum like the ones which the Club is now selling in its “Mums for Thanksgiving” project. The mums, which will be delivered on Friday, Sept. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 1, cost only $14 each which includes delivery and a message from the sender. Last date to order these mums is Tuesday, Sept. 13. Steve Hunter is chairing the Club’s “Mums for Thanksgiving” committee while Wes Zacharuk is a committee member.

Friendship Club luncheon coming Special to the News

The Friendship Club’s next luncheon will be on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at the Glen Mar Golf and Country Club on Fernbank Road west of Stittsville. The menu will include soup, homemade bread, salad, braised pork chops and, for dessert, fruit pie with whipped cream. Wow, what a delicious sounding luncheon!

The lunch will be served at 12 noon, followed by entertainment provided by the group “Musical Memories.”

Cost of the luncheon is $15 per person.

This includes tax, gratuity and entertainment.

Everyone is welcome to attend. Please

R.S.V.P. by this Friday, Aug. 26 to Beryl at 613-836-5112 or Gloria at 613-831-8819.

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME The Friendship Club invites new members to join and try out the many activities provided by the Club. A monthly luncheon is held on the last Wednesday of the month. The annual membership fee is only $12 per person. Those interested should contact membership coordinator Lorraine Gillies at 613-599-3297.

ACTIVITIES Exercise is held on Mondays at 10 a.m. at the Pretty Street Community Centre in Stittsville. Please contact Helen at 613-8366766. Bridge is played on Fridays at 1 p.m. at the Pretty Street Community Centre.

Please contact Lillaine at 613-831-2150.

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And this people parade is going to need not only people to be in the parade but also people to set up, look after and take down traffic barriers to ensure that the people parade can march in safety, free from vehicles.

The Stittsville Village Association (SVA), which organizes the annual Villagefest activities at Village Square Park in downtown Stittsville, is looking for volunteers to look after these traffic barricades.

For this people parade, Abbott Street from Shea Road west to Stittsville Main Street will be closed to traffic from 11 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are needed to set up the barricades, look after them during the street closure and then take them down following the parade.

Anyone who would like to volunteer to help out in this way should contact SVA president Marilyn Jenkins at jenkinsdm1@rogers.com.

It is expect that volunteers will be needed for only an hour or so. The minimum age for those actually looking after the barricades when erected is 16 years of age. Some directing of traffic may be necessary. Safety jackets will be provided by the SVA. The people parade is a new thing for this year’s Villagefest. People are being encouraged to take part in this parade, walking from Shea Road west to Village Square via Abbott Street. The parade will feature just people walking; no vehicles will be allowed.

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Brier Dodge photo Activities at this annual event will run from noon to 4 p.m.

The entertainment will include a talent show.

Anyone who wishes to participate in this talent Michaela McConnell of Stittsville dances at the North Lanark Highland show should contact Mrs. Evelyn Leroux at lashler- Games in Almonte last Saturday. She competed in the premier level, oux@sympatico.ca. performing four dances.

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Deadline for photo entries coming Have camera, will shoot!

There are so many cameras around these days – old fashioned film ones, digital ones and cell phone ones. So there is lots of opportunities to snap photos, here, there and everywhere.

When you are snapping your photos, you should keep in mind the second annual Heritage Photo Contest sponsored by the Goulbourn Township Historical Society. Here’s a chance to enter your photo in a contest. All entries are displayed in an exhibit when the winners are announced, so your photo will be prominently displayed and seen, no matter how you do in the contest judging.

In this year’s second annual contest, there are five categories of entries:

Victorian Goulbourn which deals with buildings built between 1837 and 1901; Family generations which is photos of at least three generations of a family; Tools of Our Ancestors dealing with tools of a former era; Goulbourn waterscapes which could range from the Jock River to a wetland to the smallest of field drains; and Streetscapes, specifically featuring old amid new.

All photos entered must be taken during 2011 within the boundaries of historic Goulbourn township which includes Stittsville, Munster, Ashton, Richmond and the surrounding rural areas.

The location where the photo was taken plus relevant details such as the type of tool photographed or the names of the people in the photo must be noted.

A person can submit two entries for each of the five categories of the contest.

The photos submitted must be in print format, not over 8 inches by 10 inches in size. The deadline for the contest is the end of September.

Entries can be dropped off at the Ottawa Public Library branches in Stittsville, Richmond and Munster.

There will be a ceremony to display the entries and honour the winners later this year.

The purpose of the contest is to give camera owners an outlet to show off their creative abilities with whatever camera is used while helping the Goulbourn Township Historical Society to further its aim of fostering greater knowledge and appreciation of Goulbourn’s history and heritage.

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ated from Sacred Heart High School in Stittsville in 2010, played for the Sacred Heart Huskies girls’ hockey team which finished fourth in the provincial championships played at Bell Sensplex that year.

Courtney is the daughter of Carolyn and the late Rory Bradley of Stittsville and granddaughter of Pat and John Leroux, also of Stittsville.

Her mother Carolyn admits that it is going to be tough this coming season not being able to regularly see her daughter play hockey but admits that this chance to play for the Neuberg Highlanders is a great opportunity for Courtney.

Neuberg in Austria is known for being the site of a former Cistercian abbey which dates back to medieval times, having been founded in 1327. It is one of the few remaining monastic buildings in Austria to have retained its medieval character to any great extent. The abbey’s church features a life-size sandstone statue of the famous “Neuberg Madonna.”

Courtney shoots right and has been playing right wing for the Ottawa Senators intermediate team.

She expects that she will be playing on right wing for the Neuberg Highlanders.

Last season, the Senators ended up fifth overall out of 18 intermediate teams in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League.

Courtney finished third on the team in points.

“I’m a team player,” she says, noting that she gets more assists than goals.

She is also good defensively, having played as a defenseman until she entered bantam hockey.

She is not anticipating any problems playing on the larger ice surface in European hockey as she has played a number of times on the international-size ice surface at the Bell Sensplex in Kanata.

Courtney worked out all this past summer as she was expecting to play for the Kanata Rangers senior women’s hockey team this coming season before this offer to play professionally in Austria came along.

Courtney, who gradu-

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What do Neuberg, Austria and Stittsville have in common? Perhaps not much in the past but now they have a hockey player connection.

Courtney Bradley, 19, of Stittsville who has played for the Ottawa Senators intermediate team in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League for the past two seasons, is off to play for the Neuberg Highlanders, a professional women’s ice hockey team in Austria.

She was leaving this week for Neuberg where she will go through a three week training camp before the 14-game regular season begins in mid-September with two games against the Turkish national team.

The regular schedule runs through to mid-February, after which the playoffs take place. Courtney will be returning home at the beginning of April.

Besides the games, the Highlanders will be having two to three practices a week throughout the season.

Courtney will be one of three import players allowed on team rosters in this Austrian league. The other two imports will be Jess Jenkins, a friend of Courtney’s who has played for the Nepean intermediate women’s team, and Kelley Davies who has been playing Division 1 women’s hockey at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut.

Courtney’s opportunity to play in Austria came up rather quickly about a month ago when a friend told her about a team in Austria that needed two more players for its lineup. A couple of days later, after she had supplied her hockey biography, things were wrapped up and she’s a Neuberg Highlander for the coming season.

Her flight to Austria is paid for by the team and when in Austria, she will be staying at the home of the team’s owner.

“I wanted to go right away,” Courtney says.

This will be her first ever trip to Europe.

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