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Giant white ribbon on school Special to the News

News - A giant white ribbon hung on the front of Sacred Heart Catholic High School in Stittsville last Friday, Dec. 5 to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and the 25th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre at Ecole Polytechnique in 1989.

The 35 foot long white ribbon was hung on Friday, Dec. 5 since there would be no school on the exact National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on the following day, last Saturday, Dec. 6.

The white ribbon was hung on the front off the school about 8 a.m. in a process that took over half an hour, with two staff members on the roof using ropes to haul the white ribbon into place covering all three storeys of the school.

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The giant white ribbon was to serve as a noticeable reminder of the 25th anniversary of the so-called Montreal Massacre when 14 women were murdered on the campus of the Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal in 1989 just because they were women.

The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women was established by the Parliament of Canada in 1991 as a day to remember the Montreal Massacre and also as a day to remind Canadians to take action to end gender-based violence in all of its forms.

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Priest is charged Special to the News

News - A priest who guided the growth of Holy Spirit Catholic Parish in Stittsville for nine years has been charged with two counts of sexual as-

sault and two counts of sexual interference with a person under 16 years of age.

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Lots of highlights at Goulbourn Male Chorus Christmas concert John Curry

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News - There were highlights aplenty in the “Welcome Christmas� community Christmas concert presented by the Goulbourn Male Chorus on two occasions last weekend.

There was the world premiere of a new arrangement of the family Christmas tune “Sleigh Ride.�

The Chorus sang “See Amid The Winter’s Snow,� a tune which music director Robert Dueck had been searching for over the past four years before finding it this past summer. There were several a cappella songs, some by the eight voice Men of Note ensemble, some by a tenor/ baritone/bass ensemble and some by another tenor/bass ensemble. There were several audience participation carols including “Angels from the Realms of Glory,� “Angels We Have Heard on High,� and “Once in Royal David’s City.� And there were nu-

merous performances by the guest Polished Brass Quintet, some playing alone with tunes such as “In the Bleak Midwinter� and “Jingle Bells� but others playing in accompaniment with the Male Chorus such as with the world premiere song. The Polished Brass Quintet also presented several Christmas tunes in a prelude music performance before the concert as well as playing “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town� just prior to the beginning of the second half of the concert.

One of the catchiest and enjoyable tunes in the concert was the singing of “Santa Got A Tummy Tuck� by the Men of Note ensemble. It tells the story of Santa’s midlife crisis involving tummy tuck surgery, a facelift, hair implants, body piercing and more, including keeping his reindeer as a source of venison, not transportation, since he now has a private jet, and relocating his elves to a Shanghai location. It was a cute

and humourous addition to the concert’s program.

Another memorable piece was the singing of “Wassail to You� by the tenor/bass ensemble, a song talking about singing and drinking cider, which the men ended with a rousing “Wassail,� complete with accompanying fist pumps.

But this concert, presented on Saturday evening and again on Sunday afternoon at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road in Kanata and which ran for one and three quarter hours including a 15 minute intermission break, was a winner right from start to finish.

After the guest Polished Brass Quintet opened the concert with “Fanfare for Christmas Day,� the Male Chorus presented three Christmas carols focused on the nativity story: “No Golden Carriage, No Bright Toy,� “Christmas Angel� (featuring Chorus members Al Neill, James McIntosh, Devin Crawley and

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Robert Dueck, far right, music director of the Goulbourn Male Chorus, directs the members of the Male Chorus as they sing at their annual Christmas concert entitled “Welcome Christmas� at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road in Kanata last Sunday afternoon.

Rob Sutherland) and “Quiet Christmas.�

The eight voice a cappella ensemble Men of Note then took over, singing the Spanish Christmas lullaby “A La Nanita Nana� as well as “Carol for the Bells,� a song based on a Ukranian folk chant.

Following the Polished Brass Quintet’s playing of “In the Bleak Midwinter,� the six voice tenor/baritone/bass ensemble sang the German carol “Lo, How A Rose E’r Blooming� and then the more familiar “O, Little Town of Bethlehem.�

After two audience singalongs and the Chorus’ presentation of “See Amid the Winter’s Snow,� a rousing rendition of “Rejoice and Sing� ended the first half of the concert.

The Male Chorus opened the second half of the concert with “Sing We Now of Christmas,� followed by its world premiere of the new arrangement of “Sleigh Ride.�

After the tenor/bass ensemble sang “Good King Wencelas� and “Wassail to You,� the Polished Brass Quintet followed with a version of “Jingle Bells,� starting off slowly and then picking up the pace of the song.

The audience was then involved in singing “Once in Royal David’s City� before the Men of Note a cappella ensemble presented “Deck the Halls� and “Santa Got A Tummy Tuck.�

Two secular carols, “Jingle All the Way� with Javor Frajkor of the Polished Brass Quintet abandoning his tuba for sleigh bells, and “Let It Snow, Let It Snow� brought the concert to near its close.

The concert would up with a Russian traditional song, “The Sleigh – A La Russe.�

“Think Cossack and you’ve got the song,� music director Robert Dueck advised the audience.

This was followed by the singing of “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,� adding a festive seasonal farewell note to the gathering as yet another Goulbourn Male Chorus Christmas concert came to an end.

Robert Dueck has been the music director of the Goulbourn Male Chorus since its founding in 2010. Liliane McKennirey is the new accompanist for the Goulbourn Male Chorus.

Besides her duties with the Male Chorus, she also accompanies the Young Voices Choir of the Ottawa Catholic School Board, regularly works with her piano duet partner and also teaches piano privately.

The Polished Brass Quintet is an Ottawa-based quintet that has been entertaining audiences for almost 20 years. Its repertoire covers the spectrum from classical to folk, seasonal and sacred music, show tunes, Dixieland, swing and other light jazz.

Members of the Polished Brass Quintet are Sid Arnold, first trumpet; Bob Weaver, second trumpet; Marion Butler, French horn; Gen. (ret’d) Paul Manson, trombone; and Javor Frajkor, tuba.

Members of the Goulbourn Male Chorus are Chris Morris, Don Snyder, Doug Hall, Gary King, Harry Mercer, Ian Glen, James McIntosh, Jean Aube, John Hunter, John McGinn, Laurisse Huijer, Leo Mevel, Martin Edwards, Peter Dykstra, Rene Normandin, Gary Palmer, Rob Sutherland, Bill Horsman, Etienne Westlake, Mel Blythe, Paul Therrien, Al Neill and Barry Read. Guest singers were Devin Crawley and Tim Thompson.

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World premiere of new arrangement of ‘Sleigh Ride’ Special to the News

News - The Goulbourn Male Chorus Christmas concert last weekend featured a world premiere.

It was a new arrangement of the familiar song “Sleigh Ride” written for a male chorus with brass quintet and piano accompaniment.

Indeed, it was specifically written for the Goulbourn Male Chorus and its music director Robert Dueck and this particular Christmas concert at which the Polished Brass Quintet was the musical guest of the Male Chorus.

The sheet music header for this arrangement by Ken Malucelli, a composer residing in California, is “For Robert Dueck and the Goulbourn Male Chorus.”

It all came about when Goulbourn Male Chorus music director Robert Dueck posted a message on the Forum page of ChoralNet, a professional networking site for the global online choral community and frequented by musicians. In his post, Mr. Dueck asked if anyone knew of Christmas music arrangements for a male chorus choir performing with a brass quintet accompaniment.

Ken Malucelli, a composer in California, replied to Mr. Dueck’s question by offering to write a male chorus composition for the Goulbourn Male Chorus and its brass quintet accompaniment based on the familiar tune of “Sleigh Ride” with features lyrics like “Just hear those sleigh bells jing-a-ling, ring-ting ting-a-ling, too!

Come on it’s lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you!”

The initial online contact was made this past January. The composition process included active participation from both Bob Weaver of the Polished Brass Quintet and music director Robert Dueck of the Male Chorus. Mr. Weaver assisted with input on the brass score while Mr. Dueck conversed with Mr. Malucelli on developing the choral score.

This composition, commissioned specifically for the Goulbourn Male Chorus, was completed a few months ago which allowed sufficient time for the Male Chorus and quintet to learn the rather complex arrangement in time for inclusion in the 2014 Christmas concert “Welcome Christmas”

tive music presented by the Goulbourn News - The joy created by the fes- Male Chorus at its Christmas concert “Welcome Christmas” last weekend was diluted somewhat by what Goulbourn Male Chorus president Doug Hall termed a “sad announcement.”

It was announced at the concerts both last Saturday evening and last Sunday afternoon that Robert Dueck, who founded the Goulbourn Male Chorus in 2010 and has been its music director ever since, was resigning as the music director. This was his last concert directing the group.

Mr. Hall said that Mr. Dueck was stepping aside from the position due to personal commitments and overstretched other commitments.

He presented Mr. Dueck with a gift of appreciation from the Male Chorus.

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Mr. Dueck, though, will be continuing to be the music director for the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus which he has led since its formation in 2012.

In his comments at the concert, Mr. Dueck said that leaving the Goulbourn Male Chorus position was a difficult decision. He thanked the singers and also the audience for their support over the years, adding that as a choir, the Goulbourn Male Chorus has brought the joy of music to so many and he steps down with many good memories as the group’s music director.

“You have come to be a wonderful and giving community choir and I wish you continued success,” Mr. Dueck said.

The Goulbourn Male Chorus now begins a search for Mr. Dueck’s replacement.

premiere.

It turned out to be a powerful and entertaining piece which finished with the whinny of a horse produced by one of the trumpets of the Polished Brass Quintet. Who knew that a trumpet could make such a realistic equestrian sound?

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which happened last Saturday evening and again last Sunday afternoon at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road in Kanata.

This new specially commissioned arrangement of “Sleigh Ride” was presented at both performances, marking the arrangement’s world

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News - Robert Dueck, music director of the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus (WOLC) not only delights in being able to make music sing, but has the ability to mold and balance over 40 voices to produce a sound that is one unit. It is a talent learned over years of training and directing church and community choirs from as far away as B.C. to now in Stittsville and area The WOLC is counting down the days to their 3rd annual Christmas concert, A Garland of Carols, this weekend.

Christmas is a time for rejoicing and this year the WOLC is celebrating with the hip-swinging Calypso beat of the Caribbean along with traditional carols. Eliana Kurilov the chorus accompanist, formerly from Brazil, plays the beat with passion. Brazilan-born, she is a classically and sacred trained musician with dual degrees (Bachelor of Music degree from Conservatório Dramático e Musical de Sao Paulo and Faculdade Teológica Batista de São Paulo, Brazil) with concentration in piano and organ.

She has more than 30 years experience as a pianist and organist for soloists, adult choirs and church services.

In addition to being an accompanist, she has also been a children’s choir music director. In 2009, Eliana moved with her family to Ottawa. In addition to WOLC, Eliana accompanies the Kanata Choral Society and teaches private piano at Ottawa School of Music. She joined the West

Ottawa Ladies Chorus as the accompanist in the 2014 Spring Term, loving the music and enjoying the friendship of this singing family.

To enhance this year’s musical experience, Dueck invited two accomplished musicians to accompany several numbers, Robin Tropper, a well-known oboe player and Gary King’s on guitar.

Robin trained in classical music at Conservatoire de Montréal and McGill University. A professional music career proved challenging in the face of dealing with chronic pain syndrome and limited opportunities in Canada, so he shifted his focus and now works for a major software company in Ottawa.

Acquiring a M.A.Sc. Computer Engineering meant his oboe remained almost entirely neglected for 10 years, until he was able to re-dedicate time to it. Robert Dueck contacted Robin and suggested he ease back to public performance at the Christmas concert. Pleased to take this opportunity, Robin will perform the pre-concert entertainment highlighting traditional Christmas music with the warm tones of his oboe.

When asked why he chose the oboe as his instrument of choice he exclaimed that he was hooked very early when, as a child he heard Peter and the Wolf.

Another accomplished musician, Gary King has provided guitar accompaniment at several of the WOLC performances.

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Chorale will also lend their voices to make the evening memorable. Once again, Dueck has invited the Trinity Handbell Quartet to join in this is the not-to-be missed concert.

Two performances will be presented this Saturday, Dec. 13th at 7 pm and this Sunday Dec. 14th at 2:30pm, at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road north of Hazeldean Road in Kanata. Tickets ($15) are available at Gaia Java Coffee Shop at 1300 Main Street, Stittsville, Kanata Barber Shop at 2 Beaverbrook Road, Kanata, through choir members and at the door. There are a limited number of free admission tickets available for children 12 and under.

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the guitar became his first choice when he took it with him to fill the off-duty hours while in the navy. His guitar playing has brought multiple opportunities ranging from public performances to lots of party singing fun (Gary sings too). Multi-talented he has taken opportunities to expand his creative side to include live theatre—ranging from serious to comedy to farce. He is currently in his 3rd year of singing with the Goulbourn Male Chorus and in his 28th year with the Ottawa Choral Society and 16 years with St. Barnabus award winning Church choir (CBC Choral Competition).

This year, several of the choir ladies step up with traditional Caribbean instruments to shake it up at this performance. Gentlemen of the West Ottawa

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Everyone in the community is welcome to attend this community dinner.

The meal is free although donations to help defray expenses are accepted.

These Open Table community dinners are held each month, hosted by St. Thomas Anglican Church.

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The Archdiocese of Ottawa, as per Diocesan protocols, has suspended Father Amesse from all ministry duties. “These are painful moments in the life of a faith community,� Archbishop Terrence Prendergast was quoted in a press release from the Archdiocese of Ottawa.

Father Amesse was appointed pastor of Holy Spirit Catholic Parish in Stittsville on July 1, 2000 when the Parish was holding Sunday masses in the gym at Holy Spirit Catholic School. The site of the masses was shifted to the larger gym at Sacred Heart Catholic High School in 2001.

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Father Stephen Amesse, 56, who has been pastor at St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish in Fallowfield since leaving Holy Spirit Parish in 2009, appeared in court on Thursday, Dec. 4.

The charges were laid following an investigation by the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section into allegations of a sexual assault that occurred in 2008 at a Catholic church simply identified as being located in the west end of Ottawa.

It was in late Feb. 2014 that police investigators received a complaint and began this investigation into allegations of sexual assault involving a priest and a boy who was 14 years old at the time. In 2008, Father Amesse was pastor of Holy Spirit Catholic Parish in Stittsville.

Police investigators indicate that they are concerned that there could be other victims. Anyone with information should contact the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault/ Child Abuse Unit at 613-2361222, ext. 5944. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers at 613233-8477 (TIPS), toll free at 1-800-222-8477 or by downloading the Ottawa Police iOS app.

Father Amesse made a court appearance on Thursday, Dec. 4 where he was granted bail on a $5,000 bond but must not be

At a farewell event for Father Amesse at Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Shea Road in June 2009, attended by 600 people, Father Amesse was praised for his work in developing the parish and for his hand in the construction of the new $5.4 million Holy Spirit Catholic Church which was formally consecrated on March 31, 2008.

The farewell event was punctuated by a prolonged standing ovation as well as the presentation of a trio of gifts and pledges of everlasting remembrance. There were overwhelming expressions of praise for the work, dedication and effort that Father Amesse had put into his work as pastor of Holy Spirit Parish.

He was particularly praised for his involvement and work with Stittsville’s Catholic schools, ministering to both students and staff. St. Stephen Catholic School annually presents a Father Steve Amesse Christian Excellence Award at its grade six leaving ceremony.

Father Amesse, upon his appointment at pastor at Holy Spirit, concentrated on building a strong parish community while also working hard to make the new church building a reality. He was not only a familiar sight at local Catholic schools but also attended community events, visited senior residences and visited parishioners’ homes.

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News - Sacred Heart High School student Maggie McCleary danced on the stage at the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa last week.

The 13 year old grade eight student was one of the soldiers in the

time that she auditioned for participation in such a production but she was selected. The touring Alberta Ballet augments its cast for The Nutcracker by using local dancers for various roles in the ballet, such as soldiers, rats, pages and mice.

Maggie did not perform in the production on opening night on Wednes-

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day, Dec. 3 but danced in three of the performances – on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

She had been rehearsing her role in The Nutcracker every Saturday recently at the Footworks Dance Academy. Last week, before the actual production, there was a dress rehearsal at the NAC. She particularly enjoyed being backstage, saying it was fun seeing all of the professional dancers there, talking to people and meeting new friends.

She also loved the costumes.

“The costumes were cool,” she says.

Her experience with this production of The Nutcracker at the NAC with the Alberta Ballet has convinced Maggie to audition for more such productions when the opportunities arise in the future.

Maggie has been dancing for nine years, with about the last six being at the Footworks Dance Academy where she trains in various forms of dance including ballet, jazz, lyrical and contemporary. She began dancing to try it as an activity to do and found that she really liked it which is why she has stayed with it.

At present she is thinking that she may pursue a career in dance because she really likes it.

Right now, a typical week for Maggie sees her attend dance sessions at the Footworks Dance Academy four times a week, namely on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

She also is there sometimes on Saturdays.

The weekday sessions are classes where she does various exercises and learns new things. Her weekend sessions focus on choreography and rehearsals of routines for various dance competitions.

She attends competitions in the United States, having recently participated in a national competition in Boston. She even went to Florida one year for a competition.

She first must attend a regional competition to qualify for these American competitions, with the regional competitions being held in Montreal.

At Sacred Heart, Maggie likes all of her subjects but she particularly likes her English class which involves reading and writing. She says that her marks are good but sometimes there are challenges in getting homework done. She sometimes uses breaks at her dance classes to do some homework.

She prefers Sacred Heart over her former elementary school, St. Stephen Catholic School in Stittsville, because classes at Sacred Heart end earlier in the day, giving her more time to get ready for her dance classes.

Maggie played soccer when she was younger but found that she did

Maggie McCleary not like it that much and so now she focuses on her dancing.

Footworks Dance Academy, where Maggie takes her dance instruction, is located on the Carp Road in West Carleton. It offers a range of dance classes taught by certified dance teachers. It also offers summer and March Break dance camps.

The Alberta Ballet, after its presentation of The Nutcracker at the NAC, will be presenting the production in Edmonton from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14 and then in Calgary from Dec. 18 to Dec. 24.

The Alberta Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker is a production that features glittering sets, lavish costumes and enchanting dance, all set to Tchaikovsky’s famous musical score.

At the NAC, the production was accompanied by the NAC Orchestra.

The Alberta Ballet is Canada’s second largest ballet company and is known around the world for its contemporary and classical productions.

Headquartered in Calgary, the Alberta Ballet is now in its 48th season with a company of 34 classically trained professional dancers. Alberta Ballet performs not only in Alberta but also across Canada and internationally.

The Nutcracker is a two-act ballet featuring a musical score by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky which was first performed in 1892 in St. Petersburg in Russia.

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Tales of Yukon in music at Gaia Java shop john.curry@metroland.com

News - The Yukon came to Stittsville last Friday, at lease musically.

It came through the musical offerings of Kate Weekes and Grant Simpson, longtime Yukon residents, in their performance at the music evening at the Gaia Java Coffee Company shop in Stittsville last Friday, with many of their songs personal compositions arising from experiences in the Yukon.

Kate Weekes, who sang and played the guitar, had lived in the Yukon for 11 years before moving back to Ontario a couple of months ago. She sang a number of her own compositions telling Yukon tales, such as a song about feeding dog teams in the cold of a Yukon morning, driving an eight member dog team along a trail with fallen trees littering the way, paddling on white water rivers in the north (she’s an avid whitewater pad-

dler), hiking in an area just outside Whitehorse and experiencing the coming of spring and daylight after a Yukon winter.

Grant Simpson, who accompanied Kate on the keyboard and sang along with her on some of the songs, took the lead on a couple of songs himself, songs which he has written. One told the story of a woman named Sylvia who moved to the Yukon, built a ranch there and met her handsome cowboy beau there.

But while Yukon was a focus for many of the songs presented by Kate and Grant, they also sang a couple of songs based on experiences in China and Ireland. In addition, they sang a couple of longtime favourites, opening with “On The Sunny Side of the Street,” a 1930 song that has become a jazz standard over the years. They also performed “Has Anyone Seen My Gal?, a song which became very popular in the 1920’s and has remained a favourite over the years,

with its “Five Foot Two, Eyes Of itself in a couple of other offerings by Blue” lyric. Kate also sang what she Kate and Grant, both audience pleascalled the Judy Garland version of ers judging by the ensuing applause.

Kate Weekes has a new CD out the oldtime song “Swanee” which is so often associated with Al Jolson.

Grant Simpson also wowed the audience by demonstrating the stride piano style of music which he fell in love with in his early teens and has been trying to perfect ever since.

Stride piano is a jazz piano style that emerged in American cities in the 1920’s and 1930’s, with performers like Thomas “Fats” Waller and James Last chance !

P. Johnson who was known as the Offer ends “Father of Stride” creating the style December 2 4. that, in Grant Simpson’s words, is the marriage of ragtime and blues music.

Grant played two songs together to demonstrate the stride piano style, starting off with the European classical piece “Echoes of Spring” and finishing up with Fats Waller’s “Handful of Keys,” a fast, peppy tune typical of the stride music sound.

This peppy swing music showed

called “Frost on Black Fur.” She and Grant also have an older CD out as well. You can check out Kate’s website at www.kateweekes.com .

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Don’t rush the ribbon cutting

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he city saw two rushed openings of new projects on the last weekend of November.

Why the need to cut ribbons on a new recreation complex or a bridge in late November instead of a week or two later? Clearly the answer is that the outgoing councillors want to claim they saw the project through to completion.

The urge to get a name on a plaque has overwhelmed the common sense both Steve Desroches and Maria McRae generally exhibited during their years as councillors for Gloucester-South Nepean and Rivers wards respectively.

It is farcical to “open� things that aren’t really finished. Cutting a ribbon and then calling the construction crews back in the next day is silliness.

Perhaps part of the problem is the sense of attachment politicians often feel associated with infrastructure projects they have championed, sometimes over the entire course of their elected term in office.

But politicians should also allow a healthy dose of common sense to take hold, and trust that their

efforts on behalf of whatever project will be recognized when they are unveiled to the public.

The Minto Recreation Centre in Barrhaven isn’t really open. Sure, the doors are unlocked but the building is not finished. Only one of two ice surfaces is operating and you can’t take a dip in the pool, which may not be open until January.

If part of a building is usable, it makes sense to open the doors and let residents use what’s available. It does not make sense to make proclamations about a completed project.

Further east, the pedestrian crossing above the busy Airport Parkway is available for people to use, but landscaping continues, including some heavy equipment that doesn’t mesh quite so well with people on foot.

A new rec centre in Barrhaven is a good idea.

The pedestrian bridge over the parkway is a good idea.

And if they are finished after a councillor leaves office, it’s still a valued piece of infrastructure. But save the ribbons.

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Catholic trustees silence inexcusable

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ll of a sudden school boards have become media punching bags – deservedly so, in a lot of ways.

There has been no end of scandal and dispute surrounding Toronto’s school board in recent years. Now Ottawa has entered the spotlight, with an argument over the unavailability of Catholic board trustees to speak to the media on a controversial issue.

Now, there is nothing new about public officials ducking the media — or being ordered to do so. There have been complaints for years that federal public servants, especially scientists, are being muzzled by the government.

That’s not good, but at least these are not elected officials. The people we elect are supposed to be accountable

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For the moment, the discussion is being framed as a tiff between school boards and media, which is too bad, because there isn’t a whole lot of sympathy out there for journalists and their problems. But in this case journalists correctly portray themselves as the representatives of the people. If

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trustees are not talking to the media, they are not talking to the people.

Simply put, it is appalling that the people are being denied the ability to hear the voices of those they elect.

Understandably, the recent scuffles, both here and elsewhere, have led to suggestions that local school boards should be abolished. It is pointed out that boards already exercise considerably less power than they used to: decisions about funding new schools are made at the provincial level; so are decisions about teachers’ salaries, class size and other important matters.

So why not, the argument goes, simply abolish the local boards and save a whole bunch of taxpayers’ money?

The question almost answers itself.

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Many of the most crucial decisions school boards have to make are intensely local. Which neighbourhood school is going to have the enrichment program? Which school is going to be a French immersion centre?

What students are going to be allowed to cross boundaries to take advantage of special programs?

And what about school closures, the decisions that most dramatically affect children, parents and neighbourhoods?

It is difficult, to say the least, to imagine those decisions being made anywhere else but locally.

To have such decisions made properly – not that they always are – they have to be made locally. They have to be made with consideration for local impact. They have to be made by people we elect, who know they are accountable to us.

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people we elect have to be prepared to speak up, to go on the record.

They don’t work for the provincial government, they don’t work for the directors of education.

They work for us. We want them to keep doing that.

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Collinda Joseph of Stittsville receives Celebration of People Award John Curry john.curry@metroland.com

News - A Stittsville woman is one of 12 recipients of the 2014 Celebration of People Awards.

Collinda Joseph of Stittsville received a Community Leader Award at the 14th annual Celebration of People Awards which were presented on Wednesday, Dec. 3. These awards were presented to 12 accomplished recipients who are living with disabilities.

The awards were presented at an awards gala attended by 400 people including the event’s honourary chair Senator Jim Munson. City of Ottawa mayor Jim Watson was also in attendance.

The awards were presented on Wednesday, Dec. 3 which was the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

These Celebration of People Awards recognize the achievements and innovations of individuals, businesses and organizations in the National Capital Region who promote accessibility, inclusion and

full community participation by people with disabilities.

The event is organized by a number of local agencies led

by Citizen Advocacy of Ottawa.

After suffering a spinal cord injury in 1983, Collinda Joseph became interested in issues affecting people with disabilities because of the barriers and negative attitudes that she was encountering in her life.

Collinda has been involved in various initiatives and with various committees related to disability issues at the national, provincial and local levels.

As a volunteer, Collinda has given numerous presentations on disability awareness, the issues facing people with disabilities and the role that human rights have played in improving the lives of Canadians with disabilities.

Collinda, a Stittsville resident, is currently working as a senior policy analyst in the Office for Disability Issues at Employment and Social Development Canada.

In this role, she contributes her knowledge and experi-

ence to the development of social policy and the inclusion of people with disabilities in Canadian society.

Collinda also actively participates in competitive and recreational sports as both an athlete and a coach.

The other 11 award recipients include Bona Building & Management Company; Justin Clark who has played a pivotal role in ensuring that the right of people with disabilities to live in the community is accepted throughout Ontario today; Roger Cote who has demonstrated his outstanding work ethic in several workplaces since 2007 while being supported by l’Association pur l’integration sociate d’Ottawa; Ben Delaney who was the youngest members of Canada’s bronze medal winning sledge hockey team at the Paralympics in Sochi, Russia in 2014; Joey Desjardins, who suffered a spinal cord injury in 2009 which left him paralyzed but he has rebuilt his life, being involved in hand cycling, sledge hockey, cross country running, and alpine and water skiing as well as

Collinda Joseph becoming a motivational public speaker on injury prevention; Scott Haycock was one of the founding members of the Ottawa Power Wheelchair Hockey League in 2009 and the league now provides competitive hockey opportunities for 40 community members playing on four teams over an eight month season; Jimmy Lavoie has taught the special needs class at Gisele Lalonde High School, constantly going

above and beyond the normal to ensure that his students have access to everything necessary to reach their full potential; The Ottawa Children’s Treatment Centre has worked to include volunteers with disabilities among its team; Kamilia Riabko has learned how to use visual arts and creative writing to cope with the stress and obstacles that she has faced related to her physical disability and her mental health; Richard Ruest has improved the lives of people with disabilities in the community through his education activities, advocacy, professional career and leadership; and a team at Bruyere’s SaintVincent Hospital is adapting conventional technology to help residents with mobility disabilities to communicate, to use technology and to maintain their independence.

Others who were finalists in the judging for these awards include Algonquin College’s Centre for Students with Disabilities; the Steering Committee for Employees with Development Disabilities;

Jim Dewis, who was paralyzed by polio in 1951, is a tireless advocate for making wheelchair curling readily accessible to those with physical disabilities; Jan Ditchfield founded Won With One in 2009 which is an organization which empowers people living with disabilities by using triathlon as the catalyst for change; Jordan Edwards works at the reception desk at the Y’s Owl MacLlure Cooperative Centre and does not let his Asperger’s Syndrome disability hold him back; Mike Gifford is president of OpenConcept Consulting and has worked to shape a free, open and accessible internet; Sam Graham is a wheelchair basketball athlete at local, provincial and national levels as well as a coach and active community volunteer; Dean Mellway as Director of the Research, Education, Accessibility and Design Initiative at Carleton University hosted an international Summit on Accessibility in 2014; See 2014 CELEBRATION, page 10

Michael Londra’s Celtic Yuletide – A Christmas from Ireland Michael Londra, the star of Broadway’s Riverdance and PBS’ Beyond Celtic, will be making his way to the west end’s Centrepointe Theatres on December 18th, where the twice Emmy® nominated singer will present a traditional Irish holiday concert – a special seasonal treat for audiences in Ottawa.

O Come Emmanuel and The First Noel.

He will also sing Celtic songs of a new Ireland including Londra’s own popular carol Beyond the Star recorded and performed by choirs worldwide.

World-class Irish musicians will join Londra onstage to perform age-old Celtic airs on the haunting uilleann The internationally renowned Irish pipes, fiddle, low whistles and the tenor will share a “Christmas from national drum of Ireland, the bodhrán.

Ireland” – told in song, dance and the Rounding out the evening will be the classic Christmas stories of his youth. breathtaking Celtic Fire dancers from It promises to warm the heart with its Londra’s dance spectacular of the spirit and energy. same name, with festive steps specially choreographed to celebrate the Londra will sing traditional season. heartwarming Irish carols like The Wexford Carol, Gaelic versions of As a concert performer Londra is Christmas classics like Oiche Ciuin highly sought after worldwide. He sang (Silent Night) and many others more the role of Jesus in the US premier of familiar to international audiences like The Passion of the Christ Symphony

and has sung as concert soloist with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland. Over the past few years alone he has performed his shows in 20 countries and tours as lead voice and producer of the Irish spectacular, Celtic Fire.

Londra also co-produced his own TV special for PBS TV which aired over 400 times nationally in North America and earned 2 Emmy® nominations.

Holiday audiences won’t want to miss the opportunity to experience the magic of this rising Irish star. So bundle up and head over to Centrepointe Theatres on December 18th and spend an evening in the warmth and glow of “A Christmas in Ireland”. It’s guaranteed to send you out into the winter’s night warmed by the spirit of a traditional Celtic Christmas.

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What’s up, doc, around village of Stittsville?

News – Christen Mariea Young, who attended Holy Spirit Catholic School and then Sacred Heart Catholic High School, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 29 at the age of 26 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. She had only returned to Glace Bay where she had been born three months ago to train for a career as a personal support worker. Her funeral mass was held last Saturday. It has been requested that any memorial donations in Christen’s memory should be directed to a local organization working to prevent cruelty to animals‌Stittsville District Lions Club member Ramsay Ferguson is using his upcoming 30th birthday party as a fundraiser as well. The party will take place at the Lions Hall on Stittsville Main Street on Saturday, Jan. 24, featuring live music as well as a DJ. The celebration will be used as a fundraiser.

Last summer Ramsay lost a close friend whose dream has always been to go to Africa but never got there. The fundraiser will help in allowing his friend’s sister to take his ashes to Africa‌.

There’s still time to purchase a ticket or tickets for the Christmas gift basket raffle at Scotiabank at the Shops of Main Street Plaza, with the funds raised going to support the Stittsville

Food Bank. There are items valued in total at over $1,000 in the raffle including an Ottawa Senators autographed jersey, an RCA 32 inch LED HD television, a sled/wagon loaded with toys, a tool gift set and more. Tickets for this Christmas gift basket raffle can be purchased at the Stittsville Scotiabank branch, with one ticket going for $5 or three tickets selling for $10.

The raffle draw will be taking place on Friday, Dec. 19‌Cathy Hallessey’s U-Rock Music School in Stittsville has a new logo featuring the Music School’s mascot “Roxâ€?. The U-Rock Music School is offering new programs in the new year for little ones (U-Rock Tots) as well as for kids and teens. U-Rock Music School offers private instruction in pop/rock vocals, acoustic and electric guitar, bass guitar and drums. In addition, there is the U-Rock Band program in which students received private weekly lessons and join a band with others of a similar age and skill level. The band coaches are all experiencing musicians. Space in U-Rock Music School programs is limited. More information can be obtained by contacting Cathy Hallessey at 613-457-5064 or via email at cathyhallessey@ hotmail.com ‌This Friday’s music evening

at the Gaia Java Coffee Company shop at the Stittsville Shopping Centre (Shoppers Drug Mart plaza) on Stittsville Main Street will see Christmas songs presented by two groups – a Christmas choir from West End Music Studio of Stittsville and Harmonic Generation, an a cappella group that includes Gaia Java owner Paul Jay. The music evening will begin at 7 p.m. this Friday, Dec. 12 with free admission‌.Christmas tree sales for the Knights of Columbus of

Holy Spirit Parish on Shea Road got off to a robust start in its first week and sales will be continuing at the church site. The Knights will be there on duty from Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and then on this Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and then on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Look for the sales trailer at the site. The sales trailer has been provided to the Knights from Open Roads RV of Stittsville‌

2014 Celebration of People Awards Continued from page 9

Shelley Ann Morris has worked to improve the quality of life of her fellow citizens and to demonstrate the importance of promoting ability, accessibility and inclusion in in all aspects everyday life for those living with disabilities for over 30 years; The Ottawa Blind Bowling Club offers a networking, social and challenging sport program for people with visual

impairments; Christina Ranieri advocates both for herself and for others with disabilities, developing and running Christy’s Integration Skills, Day and Educational programs for people with disabilities; Yvonne Robertson is a longtime volunteer assistant coach with the Ottawa Rhythmic Cats, the oldest and largest Special Olympics rhythmic gymnastics club in Ontario; Stephen Sisson, a graph-

ic designer who has been a strong community advocate in promoting social inclusion and awareness; Donna Thomson is a cofounder of Lifetime Networks Ottawa and is an instructor at the Advocacy School in Ottawa, teaching families how to employ best practice advocacy tools when advocating for care; and Carl Toole who has taught in the Developmental Services Worker Program at Algonquin College since 1982.

IN THE MATTER OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT Notice of Intention to Designate The City of Ottawa, on November 26, 2014, established its intention to designate the Magee House, 78 Lisgar Street, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value.

Description of property The Magee House is a large two-and-a-half-storey red brick structure built in 1895 and located at the north end of the Centretown neighbourhood.

Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or interest The Magee House’s cultural heritage value lies in its being an excellent example of the Queen Anne Revival style popular at the end of the 19th century and frequently used for the houses of the wealthy. It was designed

by Toronto architect Matthew Sheard and, typical of the Queen Anne Revival, features an irregular plan with a cross gable roof, projecting bays, and a rich profusion of wooden details including carved bracketed bargeboards, shingles in the gable end, and a dentilled cornice. The building also features a rich assortment of window types, a two storey gabled bay with decorative bargeboard, and two chimneys with brick details that are repeated in the string courses. It is one of a pair of Queen Anne Revival houses on Lisgar Street (66 and 78) owned by members of the Magee family.

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The Magee House’s cultural heritage value also lies in its association with Charles Magee, a prominent Ottawa businessman. Magee was born in Ottawa in 1840 and started his career in the dry goods business. In 1871 he became the sole trustee of the Sparks Estate, and eventually became a large landholder, selling his lots as the city developed. He founded the Bank of Ottawa and served as a city councillor and as a member of many boards. Magee moved to this house after creating a lot from a previous house directly to the south and building a new house on it, adjacent to his daughter’s house next door at 66 Lisgar Street.

The Magee House also has cultural heritage value as HMCS Bytown, the Naval OfďŹ cers’ Mess since 1943 when it was purchased from Frederick Magee, Charles’ son.

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Euchre winners at Legion Hall Special to the News

News - Jean Howell had the most lone hands at the euchre party at the Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

Margorie Bifolchi had the ladies high score with Joan Benoit placing second. David Faubert had the men’s high score with Henry Verhagen as the runner-up. Ann King had the low score while Dave Argue had the hidden score.

Puppet shows at Stittsville library branch Special to the News

News - This Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Stittsville library branch, there will be two presentations (10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.) of a holiday puppet

show based on the story “How The Grinch Stole Christmas.”

Registration is required for attendance at this program.

Saturday, Dec. 20 will see a seasonal puppet show pre-

sented at the Stittsville library branch by the Rag and Bone Puppet Theatre. This show, will run from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Online registration is required.

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Let us make your gift giving easy this holiday season with City of Ottawa recreation and culture gift certificates, available in denominations of $5, $10, $20 and $50. Everyone loves a gift where they get to choose from hundreds of classes and fitness activities, and they don’t even think about taking it back!

Gift certificates can be used across the city at local community centres, as well as our big complexes where there is lots going on. Recreation and culture programs are for all ages and are available morning, noon and night, seven days a week! Your loved ones can work out in a gym, play in the volleyball league, skate or play hockey at an arena, or swim in a pool to while away the winter. The City has three wave pools for great fun when you’d rather be down south.

Adults age 50 and over can enjoy activities geared to their interests, both active and intellectual. Preschoolers can learn to make friends and share toys at one of many playgroups and preschool programs. Youth can hang out with friends in the gym or learn a life skill like leadership, babysitting, or cooking.

Good swimmers can take advanced courses that will prepare them toward employment as a lifeguard.

Moms and their tots can get out of the house, get fit, dance, or make music together. Dog owners can learn how to have well behaved pets and teach them a trick or two. Novice cross-country skiers can take lessons at Mooney’s Bay, and indoor cycling classes are a great way to get fit and make friends.

You can try a range of dance programs; drawing, painting and pottery classes; yoga, tai chi and Pilates; guitar, piano and singing. Gift certificates can be used at any time of the year and have no expiry date. But hurry, they won’t last long. Browse the Recreation eGuide at ottawa.ca/recreation and see the wide range of activities to choose from.

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#9 bake sale Charlie McCloskey, left, and Brianna Richard, right, from Ecole Jean Paul II in Stittsville sell baked goods made by teachers and parents of the school to help raise funds for #9, a Stittsville youngster fighting cancer, at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville last Saturday.

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Members of the Sacred Heart Catholic High School Huskies, champions in the National Capital Secondary School Athletic Association high school tier one junior girls basketball league, are, front row, kneeling, from left, Julia Benson, Grace Byron, Talia Kotuba, Sasha Thomson, Sarah Hilfi and Danielle Theoret; and, back row, standing, from left, Caitlin McDonald, Michaela Tourigny, Brennah Agnew, Nicole Murphy, Amy MacNeil, Haley Dunnigan and coach Madame Jessica Proulx.

Sports - The Sacred Heart High School Huskies have gone undefeated to win the National Capital Secondary School Athletic Association high school tier one junior girls basketball championship.

The Huskies defeated the West Carleton Secondary School Wolves 58-32 in the championship final played at the Huskydome at Sacred Heart on Thursday, Nov. 27.

The Huskies led 28-16 at half time and had extended the lead to 17 points, leading 42-25 going into the fourth quarter.

Sasha Thomson scored 14 points for the Huskies in this championship game.

Members of this Sacred Heart Huskies championship team are Michaela Tourigny, Sasha Thomson, Julia Benson, Danielle Theoret, Nicole Murphy, Grace Byron, Caitlin McDonald, Amy MacNeil, Haley Dunnigan, Talia Kotuba, Sarah Hilfi and Brennah Agnew.

The team is coached by teacher Jessica Proulx.

The Huskies had advanced to the championship final by defeating Cairine Wilson Secondary School 53-30 in semi-final playoff action.

This was the second straight game that the Huskies had defeated the Cairine Wilson squad as the Huskies had defeated Cairine Wilson 50-28 in the Huskies final game of regular season play.

In the regular season, the Huskies recorded six straight victories, finishing the regular season with a perfect record of six wins and no losses. This gave the Huskies first place in the

nine team tier one junior girls basketball league.

The Huskies scored 295 points in the regular season, the most of any of the nine teams. The Huskies also allowed only 171 points which was the least of any of the teams in the tier one league.

In the regular season, the Huskies defeated St. Matthew High School 42-30; Immaculata High School 5322; Lisgar Collegiate 51-34; Nepean High School 52-29; St. Patrick’s High School 47-28; and Cairine Wilson Secondary School 50-28.

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Members of the Sacred Heart Catholic High School Huskies, champions in the National Capital Secondary School Athletic Association high school tier one junior girls basketball league, are, from left, Amy MacNeil, Haley Dunnigan, Caitlin McDonald, Julia Benson, Michaela Tourigny, Sasha Thomson, Nicole Murphy, Brennah Agnew, Grace Byron, Danielle Theoret, Sarah Hilfi, Talia Kotuba and coach Madame Jessica Proulx.

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Holding the National Capital Secondary School Athletic Association trophy for the high school tier one junior girls basketball league champions are Sacred Heart Catholic High School players Sasha Thomson, left, and Nicole Murphy, right.

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Six and a half year old Tarryn McGill is one of the winners in this year’s Christmas card design contest held by city of Ottawa Stittsville ward councillor Shad Qadri.

Seven year old Ava Chiasson is one of the winners in this year’s Christmas card design contest held by city of Ottawa Stittsville ward councillor Shad Qadri.

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These winning submissions in the contest will be used prominently on councillor Qadri’s office Christmas e-card.

All entries in the contest are being displayed on the windows of his card office at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex.

Activities at the event at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex last Saturday also included wooden ornament decorating, candy cane reindeer crafts and snowflake decorating.

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The winners were announced at councillor Qadri’s annual cookie decorating and Santa visit last Saturday morning at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville.

Winners were Tarryn McGill, age 6 ½ years; Ava Chiasson, age 7; Payton Ward, age 9; and

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News - Two community blood donor clinics hosted by Canadian Blood Services are being held this coming week, one in Stittsville and one in Richmond.

The blood donor clinic in Richmond will take place this coming Monday, Dec. 15 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the St. Philip Parish Hall at the corner of Fortune Street and Burke Street in Richmond.

The blood donor clinic in Stittsville will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the gymnasium at Holy Spirit Catholic School on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville.

To book an appointment to give blood at either of these community blood donor clinics, please visit the website www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283).

There is always a need for blood donations, especially when a major holiday time like Christmas is approaching, and the need is ongoing. It often requires numerous units of blood to help just one patient.

Every minute of every day, someone in hospital in Canada is getting a blood transfusion. That’s why the need for blood donations is constant and ongoing.

Blood that is donated has a definite shelf life of five days for platelets and 42 days for red cells. It cannot be stored forever.

A car accident victim, for example, can need up to 50 units of blood which means that 50 blood donations are needed just to help that one patient.

Leukemia patients can need as many as eight units of blood a week as part of their treatment. Up to five donors are needed to provide the blood to help someone through heart surgery.

Between two and eight donors are usually needed to help save someone with internal bleeding. Yes, the need continues and only you can make the difference, only you can give the gift of life, a blood donation.

Canadian Blood Services is a national, not-for-profit charitable organization that manages the supply of blood and blood products in all of the provinces and territories except for Quebec which has a separate organization, Hema-Quebec, which does the same thing.

Canadian Blood Services operates 42 permanent collection sites and more than 20,000 donor clinics each year. This upcoming clinic in Richmond is one of these donor clinics.

Canadian Blood Services collects about 850,000 units of blood annually and then processes the blood into the components and products that are administered to thousands of patients each year through blood transfusions.

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News - Toasting marshmallows over a fire was one of the free family activities at the Goulbourn Museum’s Old-Fashioned Christmas & Outdoor Artisan Market on Sunday, Nov. 30.

There were 15 vendors set up in the giant white tent at the Museum site, all selling their homemade wares.

These included a Touch of Glass from Stittsville and also Mary Cooke’s Crazy4Crafts.

Visitors were able to enjoy fresh oven fired pizza from Pizza All’Antica and also were able to enjoy homemade cookies which were served to them by Goulbourn Museum volunteer Lynn Griffiths.

Santa Claus was present at the event, hearing all of the Christmas wishes of the youngsters in attendance at the event.

Visitors could also pen a letter to Santa Claus, outlining their Christmas wishes and dreams. There was even a volunteer on hand from the Calligraphy Society of Ottawa to help these letter writers add a penmanship flourish to their letter efforts if they so wished.

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News - Stittsville Cooperative Nursery School youngsters and their families are helping out children elsewhere in the world this Christmas season.

That’s because they have collected 31 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child, which is a program of Samaritan’s Purse which provides gift filled shoeboxes to underprivileged and needy children around the world.

Each shoebox is filled with items such as hygiene items, school supplies, toys and candy.

Operation Christmas Child began in 1990 and in 1993 it was adopted by Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization run by Franklin Graham, a son of renowned evangelist Billy Graham.

To date up to this year, Operation Christmas Child has collected and distributed over 100 million shoebox gifts to children around the world.

In 2013, Canadians alone donated more than 664,000 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to help disadvantaged children around the world.

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Tracey Wee, left, and Charlotte Wee, right, decorate cookies at city of Ottawa Stittsville Robert Popesco, left, and Lisa Popesco, right, decorate gingerbread men at city of Ottawa ward councillor Shad Qadri’s annual cookie decorating and Santa visit event at the Stittsville ward councillor Shad Qadri’s annual cookie decorating and Santa visit event at Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville last Saturday. the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville last Saturday.

IN THE MATTER OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT

IN THE MATTER OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT Notice of Intention to Designate

Notice of Intention to Designate The City of Ottawa, on November 26, 2014, established its intention to designate the Snowdon House, 66 Lisgar Street, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value.

The City of Ottawa on November 26, 2014 established its intention to designate the Hartin Hotel, 1993 Robertson Road under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value.

Description of Property

Description of Property The Snowdon House is a two-and-a-half-storey red brick structure built in 1891 and located at the north end of the Centretown neighbourhood.

The Hartin Hotel, 3817 Richmond Road, is a two-storey limestone building, built circa 1871 and located at the junction of Old Richmond Road and Robertson Road in Bell’s Corners.

Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest

Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest The Snowdon House’s cultural heritage value lies in its being an excellent example of the Queen Anne Revival style popular at the end of the 19th century and frequently used for the houses of the wealthy. Typical of the Queen Anne Revival, the building features an elaborate slate roof, an irregular plan with projecting bays, a truncated hipped roof, and a rich profusion of wooden details including carved bracketed bargeboards, shingles in the gable end, and a dentilled cornice. It is one of a pair of Queen Anne Revival houses on Lisgar Street (66 and 78) owned by members of the Magee family.

The Snowdon House also has cultural heritage value as one of an enclave of houses in this part of Centretown constructed for members of Ottawa’s elite. In 1891, upon their marriage, the Reverend J.M Snowdon and his wife Caroline, moved into the house, the ownership of which was transferred from her father. The house remained in their family ownership until Reverend Snowdon’s death in 1956. Snowdon was the long-time rector of St. George’s Anglican Church on Metcalfe Street and a prominent member of the Anglican Church of Canada. He became an archdeacon in 1920 and remained involved in the church after he retired. The house has had a number of functions since 1956, including offices and the headquarters of the Navy League of Canada.

Objections Any person wishing to object to this designation may do so by letter, outlining the reasons for the objection and any other relevant information. This letter must be received by the Clerk of the City of Ottawa either by registered mail or personally delivered within 30 days of the publication of this notice. When a notice of objection has been received, the Council of the City of Ottawa will refer the matter to the Conservation Review Board for a Hearing and a Report.

Sally Coutts Co-ordinator, Heritage Services Section Planning and Growth Management Department City of Ottawa 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th Floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Tel.: 613-580-2424, extension 13474 E-mail: sally.coutts@ottawa.ca

The Hartin Hotel’s cultural heritage value lies in it physical value as a good example of rural, classically-inspired hotel. Features of the building that make it a good example of its type include the symmetrical facade with side gable roof and dressed limestone construction with decorative stone quoins and voussoirs.

The Hartin Hotel has historical value for its association with the devastating Carleton County Fire of August 1870. It was built by David Hartin on the site of his father-in-law’s tavern that had been destroyed by the fire.

Hartin was a prominent local businessman who owned several properties including the hotel in Bell’s Corners, two mills, and the Goodwood Hall Farm (now known as the David Hartin House) in Goulbourn Township.

The Hartin Hotel has contextual value for its location at the junction of Old Richmond Road and Robertson Road. As the first of three hotels located at the advantageous midway point between Richmond and Ottawa, it offered a stopping place and services for farmers and their horses. Its location played an intrinsic part in the development of Bell’s Corners and contributes to an understanding of the area’s evolution from a rural, agricultural community, to a thriving suburb of Ottawa.

Objections Any person wishing to object to this designation may do so by letter, outlining the reasons for the objection and any other relevant information. This letter must be received by the Clerk of the City of Ottawa either by registered mail or personally delivered within 30 days of the publication of this notice. When a notice of objection has been received, the Council of the City of Ottawa will refer the matter to the Conservation Review Board for a Hearing and a Report.

Lesley Collins, MCIP RPP Heritage Planner City of Ottawa Planning and Growth Management Department 110 Laurier Avenue West, 4th Floor Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Tel.: 613-580-2424, extension 21586 E-mail: lesley.collins@ottawa.ca

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Student dramas at South Carleton Special to the News

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South Carleton High School student Kathryn Fitzgerald plays the role of Gail in the drama “Glorious Gail” which was presented at the school in Richmond on Thursday, Nov. 27.

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South Carleton High School student Sofia ChapmanPusiak, in the role of Mitzie, performs in the drama “Who’s A Good Boy?” which was one of the plays presented by the school’s drama production classes in the “Little Talks” drama presentation which was held at the school in Richmond on Thursday evening, Nov. 27.

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cy. Shannon Wilvers played only the role of Karen.

In “Glorious Gail” by Max Bush, Gail was played by Kathryn Fitzgerald. Other actors were Thomas Wilcox as Nick, Caitlin Tang as Kathy, Joel Rochon as Mike and Selena McNeilly as Becky.

“Safe” by Gina Gionfriddo featured only one actor: Izzy McLean as Woman.

“Nine Ten” by Warren Leight saw Serene Aljoufein as Leslie, Devery Turcotte as John, Madi Stevens as Kearrie, Adam Alibhai as Nick and Shannon Avery as Lyris.

Jessica Moberg was Mira in “A Rustle of Wings” by Linda Eisenstein. Other actors were Harriet Wells as Jewell, Jack Moulton as Frankie and Kyle Brown as Shraine.

In “The Road To Ruin” by Richard Dresser, Emily Aitken played the role of Connie while Laura Marschall was Cliff, Camryn Saunders was Fred and Katrina Vineyard was Jimbo.

David Riedy’s “Short Shorts” featured Aly Sprague as Jackie, Morgan Prout as Anne and Jessica Lewis as Darla.

“Bully-Bully” by Cherie Bennett featured Kendall Ryan as J’Neece, Becky Moberg as Janis, Mary-Jane Goddard as Mom and Nicholas Lefebvre as Ted. “A Little Lunch” by Kristina Halvorson saw Emma Hunt perform as Theresa with Cassie Bergwerff as Katie, Hayley Appel as Deb and Abdullah Badreg as Waiter.

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News - Drama took over South Carleton High School in Richmond on Thursday evening, Nov. 27.

That’s when the drama production classes presented “Little Talks,” a series of 11 student dramatic presentations.

The whole evening was under the direction of Elektra Hatzopoulos with Melissa Clark serving as the producer. And what a variety of dramas was presented, as evidenced by the array of titles for these student presentations! It ranged from “Who’s A Good Boy?” to “Glorious Gail” to “A Rustle of Wings” to “The Road To Ruin” to “A Little Lunch”.

“Who’s A Good Boy?” by Anthony Wood featured Duncan Hogan as Rex, Alysha Aziz as Sasha, Keegan Finney as Nipper, Sofia ChapmanPusiak at Mitzie and Alexzander Dolan as Ralph.

“Un Restaurant” by Werner Trieschmann saw Sull Vandemark as Harold, Alexandra Pike as Alice, Alexandre Mougeot as Waiter and Jenna Bjornson as Waitress.

“Everything Must Go” by Nina Shengold had the largest number of characters among the presentations, with each student actor taking on multiple roles in this play. Sammi Atkins was Leila and Mother while Robbie Gallant was Rob, Crystal, Justin, Richard and Swede. Greg Chennette played the roles of Bob, Pearl, Father and Der Subtitle. Devon Broad was Minnie, Graywolf, Brittany and Tra-

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As is customary, the 2014 Term of Council began with a meeting of Council to deal solely with the Governance Review. At the end of every term of Council, the outgoing Council tables a governance review that recommends the committee structure and other items to the incoming Council. Any changes must contribute to an effective and efficient decision-making process. The report consists of a number of changes that build on the existing governance structure and also several items that would be referred to as ‘housekeeping’. Input into the report comes from Councillors and from citizen members of various the City’s various committees.

For instance, changes to the Built Heritage Sub-Committee stem largely from recommendations made by the citizen members of that committee. While the report was approved by Council on December 3rd, I’ll take a few moments and highlight some of the outcomes.

The Standing Committees for the 2014-18 Term of Council are as follows: Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee, Audit Committee, Community & Protective Services Committee, Environment Committee, Finance & Economic Development Committee (FEDCo), Planning Committee, Transit Commission and Transportation Committee. The only change here over last term is that Audit Committee becomes a Standing Committee whereas it was a sub-committee of FEDCo prior to this term.

Sub-Committees include the Information Technology SC, Member Services SC and the Built Heritage SC. The Board of Health, Library Board and Police Services Board will also carry forward.

One major change in this Governance Review impacts the Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee (ARAC). Dating back to February 2001, ARAC has held several meetings per years in rural communities. Over the last four years, RideauGoulbourn has played host each year, in Richmond, North Gower, Manotick and at the Goulbourn Town Hall. While it has been a pleasure to bring these meetings to our communities, we have also received concerns from residents over the years due to the locations. Given that feedback, we have approved a change that means we won’t have these regularly scheduled rural meetings during this term. Allow me to elaborate on why we made this decision.

Time and time again, we heard comments from residents frustrated that their item was being heard at a meeting an hour away from where they live. It was almost seen as a deterrent from public input. I recall one such instance at the Goulbourn Town Hall when dozens of Greely residents came out to hear an item that was ultimately deferred. That is a long distance to travel for an item that was clearly important to Greely residents. More recently, the September 4th ARAC meeting in Vars didn’t even have a single item on the agenda that was in Cumberland Ward. In fact, every item on the agenda was either from Rideau-Goulbourn or West Carleton.

Imagine if we dealt with future development applications in Richmond at a meeting in Navan. The reaction would be somewhat negative if that occurred.

Out of fairness, if we make all meetings at the same time and place, these arguments are no longer valid and we stop giving the appearance that we are trying to stifle community input by taking meetings further away from where the issues are.

Having said that, the Governance report does give ARAC the opportunity to hold Special Meetings wherever and whenever they please. ARAC can also change the meeting location for any regularly scheduled meeting as well. Therefore, if we were dealing with a major issue in Richmond, we could then hold an ARAC meeting in Richmond to deal with that item. For the most part, agenda items are known two months in advance so we’d have enough time to arrange a meeting in the affected community so as to increase community participation and not alienate other communities. These meetings would be at the call of the Chair. I feel this will be a much improved process for addressing issues of location.

Further on the location issue, ARAC isn’t necessarily tied to City Hall. We could, in fact, host our meetings at Ben Franklin Place in Nepean, which is geographically the most central point in the City and also provides free parking. It was becoming clear to the members of ARAC that location was an issue on many occasions.

While there will be detractors to this change, I feel it best to look at new opportunities in order to respond to complaints from those who were most affected, the rural residents themselves.

Continuing with ARAC, I also put forward a motion at the December 3rd meeting of Council that will expand the oversight of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee to include rural Development Charges. Up until now, all development charge deliberation was done at Planning Committee. Because Planning covers the entire City, the rural items can sometimes be overlooked. My motion, which was approved unanimously, will now mean that any changes to the Development Charge By-law that affects the rural area will appear before ARAC. Additionally, any concerns or complaints regarding development charges in the rural area may be dealt with by the Committee as well. More oversight of rural issues by a committee of rural Councillors is always a good thing.

The full Governance Review report is available at Ottawa.ca. If you have any thoughts on the matter, don’t hesitate to contact me. I certainly look forward to this term on ARAC and am pleased that we have retained the Open Mic portion of the meeting where any resident may come forward and speak to the committee. ARAC is the only committee that offers that ability.

If you have any comments, questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at Scott.Moffatt@ottawa.ca or contact me by phone at 613-580-2491.

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In the play “A Rustle of Wings” which was presented at South Carleton High School in Richmond on Thursday, Nov. 27 are Jessica Moberg, left, in the role of Mira and Harriet Wells, right, in the role of Jewell, an angel.

Drama presentations at South Carleton High School

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In the play “Bully-Bully” which was presented at South Carleton High School in Richmond JOHN BRUMMELL/METROLAND on Thursday, Nov. 27 are, from left, Becky Moberg in the role of Janis, Kendall Ryan playing Performing in the play “Un Restaurant” presented at South Carleton High School in the role of J’Neece and Nicholas Lefebvre playing the role of Ted, a dog who J’Neece did Richmond on Thursday, Nov. 27 are, from left, Alice, played by Alexandra Pike, a waiter, not take for a walk. played by Alexandre Mougeot, and Harold, played by Sull Vandemark.

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In the play “The Road to Ruin” presented at South Carleton High School Keegan Finney, in the role of Nipper, performs in the in Richmond on Thursday, Nov. 27 are, from left, Laura Marschall in the drama “Who’s A Good Boy?” at South Carleton High role of con artist Cliff, Emily Aitken in the role of Connie and Katrina School in Richmond on Thursday evening, Nov. 27. Vineyard in the role of Jimbo, manager of a vehicle service shop.

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News - St. Philip Catholic Church in Richmond will be the third and final in a series of vespers services presented by the Kanata-based vocal group “Gracenote” accompanied by the Andy Duffy.

The new Trinity Presbyterian Church on Richardson Sideroad was the site for the first two of these vespers services. One was held on Sunday, Oct. 19 where jazz tunes were featured with an advent vespers service scheduled held there on Sunday, Nov. 30.

The service at St. Philip Catholic Church in Richmond this Sunday, Dec. 14 at 3:30 p.m. will also be an advent vespers service. This service will feature an hour of uplifting music woven in with scripture readings, prayer and reflection. Everyone is welcome to attend. A freewill offering will be taken at this vespers service.

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By Shad Qadri, Councillor Ward Six Stittsville City of Ottawa

December 5th, 2014 Blasting for new Poole Creek Village development Blasting will be taking place for the new Poole Creek Village development and this may affect residents in the Fairwinds and Bryanston Gate communities. This blasting work will begin in December and is anticipated to last up to two months.

Residents that have any questions or concerns regarding blasting operations at Poole Creek Village may call Frank’s Drilling and Blasting at 613-378-2178 and ask to speak with Greg or Francie or email them at info@fdbltd.com .

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Duncan Hogan, left, as Rex, and Alysha Aziz, right, as Sasha, perform in the drama “Who’s A Good Boy?� at South Carleton High School in Richmond on Thursday SHELINA ALIBHAI PHOTO evening, Nov. 27.

In the play “Nine Ten� which was presented at South Carleton High School in Richmond on Thursday, Nov. 27 are, from left, Serene Aljoufein playing the role of Leslie, Jack Moulton playing the role of a police officer and Adam Alibhai playing the role of Nick.

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News - It’s a win/win situation.

You can get some unique Christmas cards while also helping out the Goulbourn Museum in its work of collecting and sharing the history of the former Goulbourn township.

The Goulbourn Museum is selling a Christmas card that features an image of yesteryear on its front, with the words “Happy Holidays’ inside the card.

The image on the front features a pair of black leather ice skates along with a skating lantern, harkening back to a time before indoor rinks when skating on outdoor frozen ponds was a favourite winter pastime. The front cover image also features pine bowls, a blanket and a bench, all appropri-

ately arranged to create an attractive and appealing cover image for the Christmas card.

This Christmas card is being offered by the Museum in packages of ten for $12. The cards are available for purchase from the Goulbourn Museum’s gift shop at the Museum at Stanley’s Corners.

All proceeds from the sale of these Christmas cards will go towards improving the Goulbourn Museum’s exhibitions and programs as well as caring for the Museum’s collection dealing with the history of the former Goulbourn township.

The Goulbourn Museum is located on Huntley Road at Flewellyn Road at Stanley’s Corners, just south of Stittsville.

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News - The Richmond Village Association’s January general meeting will take the form of a Community Appreciation Evening which will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 6 starting at 7 p.m. at the La Casa Di Zia Mia Res-

taurant at 3518 McBean Street in Richmond. The RVA will be providing complimentary assorted appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks while quantities last. There will also be a cash bar. All residents of Richmond are welcome to attend.

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Members of the Stittsville Novice A3 Thunder, champions in the AE division in the recent 2014 Andy McGarvey Memorial Tournament in Napanee are, front row, seated, from left, Lucas Field, Nicholas Milbury, Liam Shannon, Nolan Rogers, Maverick Hayes, Patrick Dawes and Hunter Evans; second row, from left, Eli Schoch, Ben Haight, Liam Yelle, Nathan Howard, Logan Stewart, Bern Keogh, Cameron McGarry and Trent Ladouceur; and, back row, from left, trailer Jamie McGarry, assistant coach Ian Hayes, head coach Scott Rogers, assistant coach Ray Shannon and assistant coach Jeff Milbury.

Sports - What an ending!

The final 39.5 seconds were a nerve wracking time for the Stittsville Novice A3 Thunder as the team tried to win the championship final in the Novice AE division of the 2014 Andy McGarvey Memorial Tournament in Napanee.

The Thunder scored twice in the game’s final two minutes, taking a 2-1 lead with 39.5 seconds left to play.

But then the Thunder took a penalty in this championship game against the Kanata Blazers, with 25.6 seconds left in regulation time. Since Kanata also pulled its goalie, it was a case of four Thunder skaters up against an attacking six skaters for Kanata.

Could the Thunder defend against this Kanata attack for the final 25.6 seconds and clinch the championship?

Well, the Thunder players did hold their ground, eventually clearing the puck the length of the ice to run out the clock and secure the victory. Boy, what excitement!

This nail biter of a final game was the fifth game in the weekend tournament for the Stittsville Thunder as the team ended up going undefeated with a record of four wins and one tie.

This undefeated record plus the thrilling comefrom-behind win in the championship final game made it a memorable weekend for the players and their parents.

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Tim Burns sings and plays the guitar while also Three members of the usually four-member band “Krow” who are performing at the open mic night in Richmond last Friday having a mouth organ available at the open mic are, from left, drummer Oleg Joukov, lead singer and guitarist Cory Colbourme and guitarist Alastair McCartney. night in Richmond last Friday.

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Legacy Gift will generate $42.2 MILLION for CHEO over next 100 years Weldon Cochrane was an Ottawa chartered accountant and partner with the accounting firm of Coopers and Lybrand (now PriceWaterhouseCoopers) and was also the Treasurer on the CHEO Foundation Board. Mr. Cochrane had an appreciation for the importance of leaving a legacy and understood how to make an impact when he decided to made a gift in his Will to CHEO. He left the residual of his estate with instructions for it to be endowed; meaning that the capital would be preserved in perpetuity and the annual interest would be used to fund the important work at CHEO. When Mr. Cochrane died in 1985 the CHEO Foundation received $540,000

from his estate and established the Weldon Cochrane Endowment Fund as directed in his Will. Much has happened and changed at CHEO since his death and in that time his legacy gift has grown to $4.6 million.

(20%) will be reinvested bringing the total value of the fund to $6.2 million. In 50 years $15 million (80%) will go to the hospital and $3.8 million (20%) will be reinvested bringing the total value of the fund to $8.4

As CHEO marks its 40th anniversary this year, we look back and honour not only those in our community who made our local children’s hospital a reality, but also donors like Mr. Cochrane who made children a priority. Why not honour what is most important to you during your lifetime The impact of Mr. Cochrane’s generous gift is probably beyond what by considering a gift in Will to CHEO. Our he could have even imagined when he made it over 30 years ago. children, youth and families deserve to Moving forward 80 percent of the interest million. In 100 years $42.2 million (80%) will always have excellent health care, to benefit generated from this fund will be invested in go to the hospital and $10.6 million (20%) from lifesaving research and be provided medical equipment, research and hospital will be reinvested bringing the total value with the support programs to live happy and healthy lives now and forever. programs at CHEO. The remaining 20 of the fund to $15.2 million. percent will be reinvested to allow the fund His legacy lives on and continues to make to continue to grow. In 25 years $6.4 million a difference in the lives of young patients (80%) will go to the hospital and $1.6 million at CHEO today, and for future generations.

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Second open mic night held in Richmond John Curry

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News - Music again filled the lounge at the Richmond Curling Club last Friday night.

It was the second open mic night organized by Andrew McKim, following on the heels of the inaugural one on Friday, Nov. 14 at which 15 musicians performed.

Last Friday’s open mic night saw the band “Krow” perform again, although this time the band was missing member Billy Whittall, making it a trio with Cory Colbourme on guitar and vocals, Alastair McCartney on guitar and Oleg Joukov on drums.

The group played several cover songs, opening with the 1992 hit “I’m In A Hurry (And Don’t Know Why)” by the American country/southern rock/bluegrass band Alabama, a single taken from their album “American Pride.” The group ended its set with John Lennon’s 1971 song “Happy Xmas (War Is Over) which has become a popular Christmas tune with its familiar “So This Is Christmas” lyric.

Christmas was very much in evidence at this open mic night, not just because of Krow’s presentation of the John Lennon song but also because the lounge at the Richmond Curling Club was decorated for the Christmas season with a lighted Christmas tree, a couple of lighted star decora-

tions on the walls and red mitts and red stockings hanging from the ceiling, along with a round Christmas ornament or two.

Another performer at this open mic night was Tim Burns who sang several songs, accompanying himself on the guitar and, on occasion with a mouth organ.

Among his songs was “Sailor’s Lament,” a song that he wrote which he admitted was influenced by Canadian folk musician Stan Rogers.

Indeed, after his performance, he admitted that he actually had the opportunity to talk with Stan Rogers just a few months before his tragic death in an on-the-ground aircraft fire in 1983 when he was 33 years old. Tim recalls Stan Rogers as being not only a big person physically but also a very humble man.

Admission to attend this open mic night, as with the inaugural one, was simply a non-perishable food item for the Richmond

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Three weeks ago I was at a retail store and tripped over the winter matting near the entrance. I fell and broke my wrist. Today an Insurance adjuster called me. He said I was responsible to look where I was walking, but offered $5000.00 to help me out as I have been off work. I am on sick leave and have not lost any income.

Is there any reason not to just take the money?

Plenty of Reasons. Leaving aside what happened, and what you might be entitled to recover as a result of your injuries, it is always a good idea to consult with a lawyer before taking a settlement proposed by an insurance company. Insurance adjusters work for Insurance companies and they do not approach a settlement based on what you are entitled to.

Instead, they offer money based on the risk of what you might receive by way of an award. Generally, they will try and settle a claim or potential claim for as little as they reasonable can in order to close off a risk.

Landon Duval sings and plays the guitar as he performs at the open mic night in Richmond last Friday.

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Andrew McKim is hoping that these open mic nights become a monthly happening, bringing together local musicians in an open and fun atmosphere to play music before an audience.

Sponsorship support to help with the cost of renting the venue and equipment costs has come from King’s Your Independent Grocer and from Tiffany Fisher of Royal LePage Gale Real Estate.

Patrick Snelling received a BA from the University of Western Ontario in 1992 and his LLB from the University of British Columbia. He was admitted to the Law Society of British Columbia in 1996 and to the Law Society of Upper Canada in 2000. Patrick has extensive experience as a civil litigator. His primary areas of expertise are business disputes, personal injury and insurance matters.

in his or her circumstance, and indicate what the options are going forward.

Assert your rights.

Over the years I have come to understand that people almost always benefit from at least consulting with a lawyer before trying to settle with an insurance company. There is a significant imbalance between a lone individual and a huge insurance company. A lawyer has the knowledge to help level the playing field.

In my experience, insurers will see a greater risk when dealing with an injured person who is represented by a lawyer.

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News - A Kanata-based company owned and operated by two Stittsville residents has won an award as Canada’s Most Innovative e-Commerce Startup.

It’s called “Tees For The People” which is an e-commerce company that facilitates fundraising by charities, schools, sports teams, community campaigns and more.

The new firm recently won the first prize worth $85,000 in Canada Post’s initiative to identify and honour Canada’s Most Innovative e-Commerce Startup.

Derek Donaldson and Pat Sullivan, who have lived in Stittsville since 1997, began development of this new ecommerce business in Aug. 2013, launching it this past March. Derek had discovered the concept when he stumbled across a company that was providing such a service in the United States.

It’s all about raising money through the sale of high quality garments, with the website platform allowing a person or organization to select the garment to be sold, its colour and its artwork as well as the selling price. “Tees For The People” then helps spread the word about the campaign by providing social media tools to the client to help with the marketing of the campaign. All the client has to do is spread the word through social media contacts.

And, at the end of the campaign, which usually lasts three weeks, “Tees For The People” distributes the garments to those who supported the campaign and sends the client the funds raised.

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In addition, there is no money required up front as no garments have to be purchased before they are sold. It is just a matter of developing a campaign using the tools provided by “Tees For The People” and then circulating the word about the campaign via social media.

There is no collecting of cheques or money by the client involved. All of the payments are made online through “Tees For The People.”

In other words, the whole process has been designed to be hassle free for the client, providing customized t-shirts or garments in a variety of colours, graphics and styles.

A person or organization can run a fundraising campaign for a cause with absolutely no outlay of money and no possibility of being stuck with surplus garments at the end of the campaign. “Tees For The People” ensures that only garments ordered and paid for are produced and shipped.

The client’s sole responsibility, other than selecting and designing the garment to be used in the campaign, is to spread the word via social media contacts.

And at the end of the campaign, the client receives a cheque from “Tees For The People” representing the funds raised. “Tees For The People” handles all of the credit card transactions. No product left over, no bounced cheques – it’s all wrapped up in a few weeks – it’s fundraising made easy and worry free with no upfront cost and no risk!

Pat Sullivan of “Tees For The People” acknowledges that a key to successful fundraising using this approach is for the client to get the word out through social media, sending a link to the campaign URL to as vast a social media network as possible. This will generate sales and make for a successful fundraising campaign.

Since launching “Tees For The People,” clients have included not only some national organizations but also local sports teams and schools.

Derek Donaldson admits that it has definitely been rewarding for “Tees For The People” to be able to provide an online platform that allows causes and organizations to raise money and awareness easily.

“There’s definitely a feel good about having your clients raise money,” he said.

Derek and Pat both admit that there could be competitors spring up in this space so they know that the onus is on them right now to grow “Tees For The People” as fast as possible to grab and keep market share.

The initial growth of “Tees For The People” has been helped by the fact that Derek and Pat also own and operate CREO Marketing, a firm that they started back in 2005.

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Stittsville residents Pat Sullivan, left, and Derek Donaldson, right, of “Tees For The People” hold the first prize award which they received recent from Canada Post recognizing “Tees For The People” as Canada’s Most Innovative e-Commerce Startup. The award carried with it $85,000 worth of services from Canada Post.

CREO Marketing provides innovative promotional products and, indeed, the firm’s very name which comes from the Latin word meaning “I create” suggests its dedication to developing the best branded merchandise possible for a customer’s needs.

A number of CREO Marketing’s customers who are also involved in fundraising have become “Tees For The People” customers, helping grow the start-up.

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Members of the Cote family of Stittsville, all of whom are involved in the upcoming Kanata Theatre youth production of “Fair Tale Ending” which will run from Saturday, Dec. 27 to Tuesday, Dec. 30 at the Ron Maslin Playhouse in Kanata are, lying at the front, daughter Emilie, 17, who is playing the role of one of the pigs in the production; and, back row, from left, son Josh who is helping as a member of the stage crew; mom Diane who is the stage manager for the production; daughter Kiara, 10, who will be baby bear in the production; and dad Rik who is looking after the lighting for the production.

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For the upcoming Christmas-time family play “Fair Tale Ending,” all five family members are involved in the production in some capacity. And they all love it!

Mom Diane Cote is the stage manager for this upcoming production which will run from Saturday, Dec. 27 to Tuesday, Dec. 30 at the Kanata Theatre’s Ron Maslin Playhouse at Walter Baker Park on Terry Fox Drive in Kanata.

Dad Rik Cote is handling the lighting for the production while eldest child and son Josh, 19, is a member of the stage crew even though he also currently is away in Brockville studying to become a firefighter.

Daughter Emilie, 17, who is a drama student at Canterbury High School in Ottawa, is playing the role of one of the three pigs in this upcoming play. She will also be helping her father with the lighting.

Daughter Kiara, who is ten years old, will be playing the role of the

baby bear in the upcoming play.

This involvement in live theatre by the Cote family is not new.

Josh and Emilie have both been involved for years, ever since they were around six and four years of age respectively.

As for Kiara, she has been involved with the family theatre pursuits since she was born – indeed, even before she was born as mom Diane was involved with a play when she was pregnant with Kiara.

The total family involvement came about because Josh and Emilie would attend rehearsals when their parents were involved. Since they were always there with their parents, it just made sense that they might as well take on a theatre role and this is what happened.

Emilie has always gravitated to being on stage as she likes performing, much more than having a back stage role. Josh, on the other hand, finds back stage work fun.

Emilie loves the theatre and is happy that she is at Canterbury High School where she is learning about drama and the theatre.

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Indeed, she says that she has learned so much about the theatre from her studies at Canterbury. Her other passion, besides the theatre, is soccer and she is trying to balance both of them.

She plays for the Ottawa Fury organization and recently has been attending sessions where she has been scouted for university soccer.

Kiara has already been in several Kanata Theatre productions as well as numerous school plays even though she is still only ten years old.

Her goal at present is to become famous in the theatre For mom Diane, family time is important to her and so she is happy when all of the family is involved together in a theatre production.

She says that if her husband Rik or another family member were not involved, they would be alone at home. By being involved in theatre, they are all together at the theatre, having fun.

Indeed, she admits that there is something of a void in their family life after a play in which they are all involved ends. She would recommend that other families should try having all family members become involved with a theatre production.

Rik says that coordinating the lighting for the upcoming production is not a hardship for him; rather he says that it is fun as he likes the techni-

cal aspects of a production. He also enjoys that theatre is a real family affair for his family.

“Fairy Tale Ending,” the Kanata Theatre’s holiday production, is referred to as “The Big Bad Family Musical.” It is about a young girl who is dealing with the death of her grandmother. The play involves three different fairy tales: Goldilocks and the Three Bears, The Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf, and the Billy Goats Gruff and the Troll. The play, which involves several uplifting songs, has its funny parts but it also has some meaning to it, using the different fairy tales to show how life can change.

All tickets for this musical play “Fair Tale Ending” cost only $10 each. The play will run from Saturday, Dec. 27 through to Tuesday, Dec. 30 at the Kanata Theatre’s Ron Maslin Playhouse.

Tickets are available by calling the box office at 613-831-4435. More information can be found on the website www.kanatatheatre.com where tickets can be purchased online.

For the Cote family, being involved with a play as a whole family has become something of a tradition. But for many families, simply attending the Kanata Theatre’s annual family holiday play has become a family tradition. If it is not something that your family has done, you should consider attending as a family. Indeed, it might even start you down the road of family involvement like the Cote family. Who knows?

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Having Pat and Derek both come from the garment marketing business with little online/ high tech experience is unusual, perhaps, for an e-commerce startup. Normally, you might except that it would be the other way around with high tech experts developing the e-commerce concept and then searching for garment partners.

But being experienced in the garment business like Derek and Pat are does have its advantages. They not only know quality product but they have the contacts to get the garments quickly and to ship them out right away. While “Tees For The People” is a separate company from CREO Marketing, Derek and Pat are still able to use their extensive garment marketing experience to ensure that “Tees For The People” deals in top quality garments and that it gets these garments to clients quickly at the end of the online campaign.

Derek and Pat are both fans of Canada Post.

They admit that over the years they have used all of the various courier and delivery companies but Canada Post won the business of “Tees For The People.”

They say that Canada Post has offered not only the best price but also has provided the best service by far for the business.

Derek and Pat both feel that e-commerce is a huge opportunity with a lot of room for growth.

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While e-commerce in Canada is 1.5 percent of total retail sales, e-commerce activity in the United States now stands at 6.3 percent of total retail sales. Similar growth can be expected in Canada, providing a huge opportunity for firms like “Tees For The People.”

When you combine this expected growth of e-commerce in general with the innovative, no risk, no worry approach offered by “Tees For The People,” you can see why Derek and Pat are optimistic about the company’s future.

The name “Tees For The People” was the brainchild of Derek Donaldson and he admits that there is really no great story behind the name.

Essentially, it is difficult to find an appropriate URL address these days and “Tees For The People” was available. The name is wide ranging with the reference to t-shirts, making it appropriate for the business.

While “Tees For The People” is the newest company for Derek and Pat, CREO Marketing, which they started in 2005, is also growing and healthy. They began the business at a Northside Road location in Bells Corners but they outgrew the premises after three and a half years and so they purchased their current 19,000 square foot facility on Edgewater Street just off Hazeldean Road in Kanata. It has allowed them to concentrate everything under one roof and for two guys from Stittsville, it a great location – convenient for customers and yet also close to home for them.

The website for “Tees For The People” can be found at http://teesforthepeople.com/ .

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And it was devoured by a crowd of more than 75 persons who jammed the Stittsville Main Street shop to hear author James Raffan talk about his journey over three years travelling around the Arctic Circle, a journey that has led to his most recent book, “Circling The Midnight Sun.” Mr. Raffan is considered one of the world’s foremost authorities on the Arctic.

In “Circling the Midnight Sun,” he presents a portrait of the circumpolar world but also tells the story JOHN CURRY/METROLAND of the people and landscapes beyond Kathleen Edwards, left, owner of Quitters Coffee shop in Stittsville chats with author and the Arctic Circle who are experiencArctic Circle explorer James Raffan, centre, at Mr. Raffan’s presentation at the coffee shop ing enormous change, not only due to climate change but also with regard to last Saturday evening. cultural preservation challenges.

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yond the Arctic Circle is not simply an area of polar bears and the like.

Mr. Raffan noted that four million people live at or above the Arctic Circle, 500,000 of whom are indigenous people with diverse cultures.

The Arctic Circle itself, which Mr. Raffan followed around the world, is 17,662 kilometers long. He began his intermittent journey in June 2010 and finished in Oct. 2013.

The new book tells about what happened on this journey and particularly tells about the people that he met along the way.

He said that while everyone living in the Arctic has a story to tell about climate change, they are more concerned about the cultural change that is happening.

He admitted that there is a need to open up the North for economic development as the people there need such development but he lamented that the problem is that the people living there are not being included in these decisions. He said that his new book ‘Circling the Midnight Sun” is about how this inclusion can be accomplished.

Indeed, he notes that people living in the North are connected to their landscapes, something that those living elsewhere in the world are losing. He praised those living in the North for their deep wisdom.

“Northerners have a deep wisdom I think we could benefit from,” he said, commenting that this is what the new book is all about.

Mr. Raffan projected images of maps and photographs on a wall to illustrate certain points during his hour-long evening presentation.

He declared that the North is changing right in front of the eyes of today’s world, pointing out that the Prince of Wales Strait between Banks Island and Victoria Island in the Arctic was impenetrable in the 1970’s but now is ice free at times, with passage possible through it.

But he pointed out that the North also has a human face and in his book he has tried to put a human face on the issue of climate change.

He expressed the hope that the Canadian government is as interested in the people of the North as they are in Sir John Franklin’s ships found there.

Mr. Raffan noted that a person can walk along the Arctic Circle across all of Scandinavia but noted that probably the wackiest crossing of the Arctic Circle exists in Norway where everyone crossing the Circle appears to have erected an inukshuk.

Mr. Raffan, who lives in Seeley’s Bay, makes presentations around the world. After nearly 20 years with the Outdoor and Experiential Education Unit at the Faculty of Education at Queens University, Mr. Raffan resigned in 1999 and since then has been working as an independent writer and scholar. He has published a number of best selling books including “Summer North of Sixty” and “Emperor of the North.” He has also written for various magazines such as National Geographic and Canadian Geographic and has produced radio and television documentaries for CBC Radio and the Discovery Channel.

Since his first trip North in 1977, he has crossed the Arctic Circle at least once every year and spends much of his time exploring the Arctic way of life and how its inhabitants see the world.

He received the Queen’s Jubilee Medal in 2000 for his work with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, is past chair of the Arctic Institute of North America and is the current executive director of the Canadian Canoe Museum.

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News - They got to know each other as shipmates on a “Students on Ice” Arctic expedition this past summer.

That’s how author and one of the world’s foremost authorities on the Arctic James Raffan ended up being the first one to make a public presentation at Kathleen Edwards’ new Quitters Coffee shop on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville last Saturday evening.

More than 75 people jammed the coffee shop to hear

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Author and Arctic authority James Raffan, left, last Saturday presents a certificate to Kathleen Edwards, right, owner of Quitters Coffee in Stittsville, granting her membership in the Society of Kickass Canadians.

Mr. Raffan tell about the people and places of the Arctic that he had encountered during his three year odyssey to travel around the Arctic Circle as outlined in his new book “Circling the Midnight Sun.” In introducing Mr. Raffan, Kathleen Edwards, who has been one of Canada’s best known singer/songwriters with seven Juno nominations before opening up her Stittsville coffee shop last October, noted that she had met James this past summer while both were involved with a “Students on Ice” educational expedition to the Arctic where she was one of the guest musicians working with the students on the trip.

She said that while she has played music for most of her adult life, including touring and appearing on American television shows, she noted that one of the formative experiences in her youth was paddling with summer camp friends on the Yellowknife River in the Northwest Territories. She had another northern canoeing experience a few summers ago where she re-established her connection to the outdoors and her love of the northern terrain.

Mr. Raffan, who praised Kathleen’s work with the youth on the “Students on Ice” expedition this past summer where she helped the youth compose songs, formally installed Kathleen into the Order of Kickass Canadians, presenting her with a certificate acknowledging her installation into the Order before he began his presentation at the coffee shop.

“Students on Ice” is a Canadian registered charitable organization that leads educational expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic for international youth aged 14 to 18. It tries to provide students from around the globe with learning opportunities in polar regions with the goal of expanding understanding of the global environment.

The organization, now based in Gatineau, Quebec, was founded by Geoff Green, a Canadian explorer, environ-

from 53 countries had participated in “Students on Ice” expeditions.

Founder Geoff Green has received the Order of Canada for his contributions as an environmental educator and explorer.

Each Arctic ship-based journey follows a unique itinerary. Past Arctic expeditions have explored Iceland, southern Greenland, Baffin Island, the north shore of Labrador and Canada’s high Arctic.

Students on these expeditions visit Arctic communities and meet with local Inuit to consider how the Arctic shapes northern identity. They learn about the effects of climate change on Arctic ecosystems and explore options related to a sustainable Arctic as well as a sustainable planet.

The “Students on Ice” Arctic youth expedition in 2014 lasted from July 9 to July 24. It explored the eastern Canadian Arctic and western Greenland, involving over 80 students as well as a team of 35 scientists, historians, educators and artists and a group of public and private sector leaders.

Expedition activities included wildlife encounters, educational day John Curry/Metroland excursions, visits to remote Arctic Author James Raffan addresses the communities and archeological sites audience at his appearance at the and opportunities to acquire first-hand Quitters Coffee shop in Stittsville knowledge into the dynamics of climate change in the Arctic. last Saturday evening. mentalist and educator, in 1999 with the objective of hosting expeditions for high school students with the goal of inspiring and challenging them to think and act positively and proactively as global citizens. The students learn how to work cooperatively and also learn about climate change, among other things.

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News - The start time of the Santa Claus Parade in Richmond changed this year but what didn’t change was the spirit of Christmas which it brought to the community.

This year the annual Santa Claus Parade organized by the Richmond Village Association started at 4 p.m. rather than 11 a.m. as in the past.

This meant that darkness was descending on the parade route, meaning that the Christmas lights on the floats glowed, giving a Christmas context to the event.

Another change made was that the parade, which started at South Carleton High School and headed north on McBean Street, turned east on Perth Street rather than west like in past years, when the parade went on to the Richmond Plaza. This year the parade headed east on Perth Street, as the traditional post-parade chili dinner was being provided at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre (arena) rather than at the Plaza.

This year’s change in the time of the Santa Claus Parade also meant that it was happening just before the annual Lighting of the Park ceremony at Memorial Park in Richmond.

This took place following the parade and chili dinner, with the Christmas lights on the trees at Memorial Park turned on for the first time, marking the beginning of the Christmas season in the village.

The Lighting of the Park ceremony also saw the unveiling of the seasonal street banners

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featuring artwork designed and done by youngsters in the area. The banners were all hung up around Memorial Park for the Lighting of the Park ceremony which also featured the presentation of prizes to the youngsters who did the street banner artwork this year. The banners will now be hung on light poles on Perth and McBean Streets.

For the parade, McBean Street in particular was lined with onlookers, much like for the annual Richmond Fair parade. Those attending the parade were urged to take along a non-perishable food item for donation to the Richmond Food Bank.

Among the floats and parade entries were those involving three politicians. Nepean-Carleton MPP the Hon. Pierre Poilievre walked along the route, waving to the crowd.

Carleton-Mississippi Mills MPP Jack MacLaren rode on a float in the parade as did city of Ottawa Rideau-Goulbourn ward councillor Scott Moffatt.

Among the other floats and entries in the parade were floats representing Richmond Beavers and Scouts, the Richmond Agricultural Society, Main Street Community Services of Stittsville, St. John’s Anglican Church, the Richmond Youth Centre, TD Canada Trust, St. Paul’s United Church, Richmond District Lions Club and St. Philip’s Knights of Columbus.

The South Carleton High School band, with its members wearing Santa hats, played as it rode on a float in the parade.

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with her dog “Blue.”

And, of course, there was the jolly red-suited gentleman himself, Santa Claus, riding in the bucket of an Ottawa Fire Services ladder truck.

Mac’s at the corner of McBean and Perth Streets set up things outside at the corner and made free coffee and hot chocolate available to all parade onlookers.

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Kent grew up in Kanata but has been a resident of Carleton Place for the last 20 years. Married to Tracy and the proud father of 3 boys – Brett (19), Cory (18) and Avery (14), Kent has spent much time volunteering in minor hockey with both the CPMHA and the Mississippi Thunder Kings. In his spare time, Kent enjoys downhill skiing and boating. Kent invites his customers to give him a call at his new home: Kent Hahn – Sales Manager Direct: 613-260-6167 khahn@tdag.ca Donnelly Mitsubishi / Kia / Used Autoplex 490 Terry Fox Drive, Kanata

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News - It’s an International Film Series so it should not surprise that the four films to be shown are products of four different countries – the United Kingdom, Sweden, the United States and Germany.

This International Film Series, presented by the Rotary Club of Ottawa – Stittsville, will run on the last Thursday of four consecutive months, beginning this coming January, 2015.

The films will be shown at Kanata’s Landmark Theatres at Kanata Centrum.

There are passes available for the series, costing $40 each. These are fully transferable.

These passes are available for sales now at the Gaia Java Coffee Company shop at the Stittsville Shopping Centre (Shoppers Drug Mart plaza) on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville and also at Tag Along Toys at 499 Terry Fox Drive in Kanata.

The first film in this 2015 Stittsville Rotary International Film Series will be “Pride,” a 2014 British LGBT-related historical comedy-drama film that was screened at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival where it received a standing ovation and won the Queer Palm Award.

The 120 minute film in English was also screened at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival.

“Pride” tells the story of an unlikely alliance that happened in the 1980’s in Britain involving Welsh coal miners and London

lesbians and gays.

The government was battling mining unions at the time which was also when London’s queer communities were perfecting activism. The Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners group was formed but then the group has to determine if the miners want such support.

The movie reaches its comedic heights when the Lesbians and Gays Support The Minters group arrive at a small South Wales town in a brightly painted communal bus.

The inter change between those on both sides produces not only comedy but also gives the movie its heart.

“Pride” will be shown on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Landmark Theatres at Kanata Centrum, launching the 2015 Stittsville Rotary International Film Series.

The second film in the 2015 International Film Series which will be shown on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. will be “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared.”

This Swedish movie with English sub-titles, which runs for 114 minutes, is based on an international best selling novel by Jonas Jonasson. It tells the story of a centenarian who decided that it is not too late to start over.

Despearate to avoid his 100th birthday party, Alan Karlsson, played by Robert Gustafsson, slips out the window of his nursing home room and heads to the nearest bus station. A decision to steal a suitcase from a fellow passenger then takes Allan on a journey that involves nasty criminals, a lot

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At the bazaar of the Christmas sale and luncheon at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dunrobin last Saturday are, from left, Emma Albert of Stittsville, Sue Kittridge of Kanata and Pat Davies of Dunrobin.

SPECIAL EVENTS (All these special events are open to everyone in the community unless otherwise stated) There will be no monthly breakfast in the month of December but these monthly breakfasts will resume again on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015, with the breakfast happening from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Legion Hall.

Only $6 per person. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The Stittsville Legion is holding a bake sale this Saturday, Dec. 13 starting at 2 p.m. at the Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

A New Year’s Eve Party will be held on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 31, starting at 8 p.m. with live music. Tickets are on sale at the Legion Hall for $30 per person. There will

of cash and even an elephant.

Next up in this 2015 Stittsville Rotary International Film Series will be the American film “Whiplash,” running 106 minutes.

It will be shown on Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m.

It tells the story of how far someone will go to be the best.

Andrew, played by Miles Teller, is a promising 19 year old drummer. He is picked to join the school band led by a ruthless disciplinarian music instructor whose one goal is to make his students realize their potential.

The movie is really a study of the thin line between passion and obsession. It is packed with great jazz standards, dazzling musical recitals and intense performances.

Wrapping up this 2015 Stittsville Rotary International Film Series will be “Phoenix,” a 2014 German film with English sub-titles that runs for 98 minutes. It will be shown on Thursday, April 23 at 7 p.m.

This is the story of a fiercely determined woman caught between a tragic past and an uncertain future.

Emerging from a concentration camp at the end of World War Two, Nelly Lenz, played by Nina Hoss, wants everything to be exactly the way it was before the war.

She returns to Berlin to fulfill the dream that sustained her throughout her imprisonment, namely reuniting with her husband.

But there are whispered rumours that it was her husband who betrayed her to the Nazis.

“Phoenix” is considered a thrilling and engrossing drama.

be party favours and a champagne toast. There will be a hot and cold buffet at midnight. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

The Stittsville Legion is hosting a New Year’s Levee on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015 starting at 2:30 p.m.

WEEKLY EVENTS (Everyone in the community is welcome to attend these events unless otherwise stated) Bingo is played every Wednesday starting at 6:45 p.m. in the Legion Hall. Please note that there will be no bingo held

on either Wednesday, Dec. 24 or Wednesday, Dec. 31.

Euchre is played every Tuesday starting at 1:15 p.m. in the Legion Hall.

Evening euchre takes place every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall.

An Open Mic “Jam Session” with Bill Martin will be held every Friday starting at 8 p.m. in the downstairs lounge at the Legion Hall. Enjoy country and rock ‘n roll music. Everyone is welcome. Please note that there will be no Open Mic “Jam Session” on Friday, Dec. 26.

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Decision on future of Munster school early in 2015 Special to the News

News - The future of Munster Elementary School in Munster should be determined sometime early in 2015.

A public meeting to receive input about possible future scenarios affecting the school was held at the school on Wednesday evening, Dec. 3. These future scenarios range from closing the school to introducing French Immersion programs there. Input and feedback can be submitted up to Wednesday, Dec. 17. Comments outlining a preferred scenario and other comments should be sent via email to EFIatMunster@ocdsb.ca or by fax to 613-820-5210 or by mail to Munster Elementary School EFI Study, Planning Department, Ottawa Carleton District School Board, 133 Greenbank Road, Nepean, Ontario K2H 6L3.

Enrolment at the school has dropped to 58 students this year. In 2005, the school had 191 students. It is projected that if the status quo situation at Munster Elementary School continues, enrolment will drop to 47 students by the year 2019.

Possible scenarios include the following: New SK-5 Early French Immersion Program at Munster Elementary School to be introduced in the 2015-2016 school year; Munster Elemen-

tary School continues as a single track JK-5 English Program School; Munster Elementary School JK-5 English Program students be directed to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School in Stittsville for the 2015-2016 school year; and Munster Elementary School JK-5 English Program students residing north of Fallowfield Road be directed to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School in Stittsville for the 2015-2016 school year while Munster Elementary School JK-5 English program students residing south of Fallowfield Road will be directed to Richmond Public School for the 2015-2016 year.

Any introduction of a new SK-5 Early French Immersion program at Munster Elementary School in the 2015-2016 school year would involve students living north of Fallowfield Road being directed to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School as at present. After this was done, Munster Elementary School would be home to two programs with 49 students in the JK-5 English program and 31 students in the SK-5 Early French Immersion program. This total of 80 students would see Munster Elementary School operating at 36.5 percent of capacity which is 219 students. Concerns arising from such enrolment figures include triple grade split classes and an insufficient number of students available

to form sports teams and clubs.

Munster Elementary School could continue as a single track JK-5 English program school with a marketing plan put in place to try to increase future enrolment. That’s because enrolment would be 54 students which would see the school operating at 24.7 percent capacity. It is felt that increased enrolment from a marketing plan would not be high given the Board’s experience trying to do this in other areas, especially in an area like the Munster Elementary School attendance area where there is a limited base population from which to draw.

Munster Elementary School JK-5 English program students could be relocated in a block move to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School in Stittsville for the 2015-2016 school year and beyond through to grade eight.

Under this proposal, grade five students currently at Munster Elementary School would have a one-time option to attend Goulbourn Middle School for the 2015-2016 school year and beyond rather than go to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School.

Under this scenario, A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School would have 618 students, 103 percent of its capacity which is 600 students.

Currently A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School uses four portables contained in the school’s port-a-pak. Under this scenario, two more of these portables would be put into use.

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School is forecast to decrease gradually in the coming years. This would permit the school to accommodate the additional students from Munster Elementary School. It is noted that A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School also has the space to accommodate up to three stand-alone portables should more space be needed at the school.

It is estimated that if this move of Munster Elementary School students to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School were implemented, Goulbourn Middle School would see its enrolment decrease by an estimated three to five students per grade beginning in 2016.

Moving Munster Elementary School JK-5 English program students in a block to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School would require an ARC (Accommodation Review Committee) process to determine the future use of the Munster Elementary School facility and to formally close the school.

An alternative to a mass move of the Munster Elementary School JK-5 English program students at A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School in Stittsville would be moving the Munster students residing north of Fallowfield Road to A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School while directing the Munster English program students residing south of Fallowfield Road to Richmond Public School.

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Residential hospice campaign nearing its goal John Curry

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News - The capital campaign to establish a ten bed residential hospice to serve the west Ottawa area including Stittsville, Richmond and Goulbourn is closing in on its six million dollar goal.

This Hospice Ottawa West campaign has now raised $4.75 million, with only another $1.25 million required.

“The construction of the residential hospice on this magnificent site will make it possible for families to come together in a tranquil setting during their loved ones last days,” says Hospice Ottawa West campaign chair Rabbi Reuven Bulka. “We are urgently reaching out to the community to help us raise the remaining $1,250,000 needed to finish this campaign.”

The Hospice Ottawa West campaign is a partnership between Hospice Care Ottawa and Bruyere Continuing Care.

For more information about the campaign, please contact campaign director Kim Curran at 613-562-6262, ext. 1745 or via email at KCurran@bruyere.org .

It was in June 2013 that Hospice Care Ottawa purchased the 3.6 acre Trinity Presbyterian Church site at 110 McCurdy Drive in Kanata to serve as the centre for hospice programs and care for the west Ottawa area. The site includes not only the former church building but also has a wooded area leading to a children’s park, all nestled in a residential setting.

The former Trinity Presbyterian Church facility, now known as the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice, has now been fully renovated. Indeed, this has happened a full year ahead of schedule. Support for this renovation was received by Hospice Care Ottawa from Shenkman Group

of Companies, Trinity Development Group, R.E. Hein Construction, Melron Enterprises, C&M Electric, Gorland Construction, McGonigal Construction, Laurysen Kitchens, Carlyle Design Associates, Randall’s Décor, Durabuilt Construction, Merkley Building Supplies, Frank Argue, Bill Cuff, John McAninch, Linda Schumacher and Sequoia Communciations.

Day hospice programming is now taking place at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice.

In addition to the day hospice program, other activities now being offered at the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice include caregiver programs, bereavement support for families, and training for hospice volunteers.

There is also a new caregiver yoga program

now being offerd.

A city of one million residents like Ottawa should have at least 70 hospice beds available. Until last fall, Ottawa had just nine hospice beds, all at the Hospice at May Court in Ottawa South.

With the formation of Hospice Care Ottawa and the regionalization of hospice palliative care, there are now 19 hospice beds available with plans to add more such as the new ten beds that will be built as a result of the Hospice Ottawa West campaign.

When the Hospice Ottawa West campaign reaches its goal, hopefully by this coming summer, then the new ten bed residential hospice home at the Kanata site will begin. This new residential hospice home

will be called “Hein House. It will feature individual care suites, outdoor gardens and reflective spaces, all dedicated to creating an environment of dignity, peace and compassion. The purpose of the Hospice Ottawa West campaign can be summed up in the words of Dame Cicely Saunders, founder of the modern hospice movement: “You matter to the last moment of your life and we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die.”

Hospice programs and services offered

by Hospice Care Ottawa include in-home support, day hospice programs, caregiver and bereavement support and specialized in-patient hospice services. All hospice programs and services are free of charge.

Possible scenarios for Munster school This would see both A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School and Richmond Public School operating at 96 percent capacity. Enrolment at Richmond Public School would be 246 students (254 students capacity) while enrolment at A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School would be 576 students (600 students capacity).

This scenario would also require an ARC process to be implemented to determine the future use of the Munster Elementary School facility and to formally close the school.

Another option is to create a new JK-5 Early French Immersion program at Munster Elementary School, with Early French Immersion students currently attending A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School and Westwind Public School being moved in a block to the new program at Munster. This would involve about 150 Early French Immersion students from JK to grade five.

The English program students currently at Munster would be re-directed to Richmond Public School.

It is noted that this introduction of a new Early French Immersion program at Munster Elementary School in such a manner as a block move would be challenging in terms of student transition. Some phasing would be required in order to permit upper-grade students the ability to finish out at their current schools.

A plus would be that establishing such an Early French Immersion program at Munster Elementary School would open up space at both A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School and Westwind Public School in Stittsville, providing space to accommodate future residential growth in the Stittsville area.

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Sports - The Stittsville Rams won both of their Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League games last weekend.

Playing in Metcalfe last Friday night, the Rams spotted the hometown Jets a first period goal before roaring back with four straight goals to end up winning the game by a 4-2 score. Metcalfe scored its second goal of the game with less than a minute to play in the third period.

The Rams and Jets were tied up 1-1 after the first period but the Rams led 3-1 after two periods of play. Both teams scored one goal each in the third period.

Riley McGuire, Cole Carter, TJ Patterson and Jordan Boutillier scored for the Rams in this game. Picking up assists in the game for the Rams were Jordan Boutillier, Matt Allan, Jake Oliver, Cole Carter, Mitch Kerwin and Talmadge Farnes.

Rams goalie Connor Ellis stopped 51 of the 53 shots directed his way in the game. The Rams directed 30 shots at the Metcalfe goal.

Returning home to the Goulbourn Recreation Complex in Stittsville last Sunday, the Stittsville Rams faced off against the visiting Almonte Thunder.

Stittsville opened the game with five straight goals, including an initial goal just 11 seconds into the game.

It was 5-0 for the Rams early in the second period before Almonte got on the scoreboard.

Stittsville led 6-2 after two periods and made it 7-2 before Almonte scored the last three goals of the game to make the final score 7-5 for the Rams.

Scoring for the Stittsville Rams in this game were Matt Allan, Cole Carter and Troy Hass, all with two goals apiece, and Chris Galea with one goal. Earning assists in this game for the Rams were Talmadge Farnes, Jordan Boutillier, TJ Patterson, Mitch Kerwin and Clay Carter, all with two assists each, and Riley McGuire, Matt Allan, Jack Chudleigh and Jackson Goudie, all with one assist each.

The Rams had 41 shots on the Almonte net in this game. Matt Couvrette in the Rams net faced 36 shots, stopping 31 of them.

The Stittsville Rams remain in second place in the Valley Division of the Eastern Ontario Junior League, with 32 points after 23 games.

The Renfrew Timberwolves lead the Division with 36 points after 24 games. Arnprior Packers are in third place with 27 points, followed by the Shawville Pontiacs with 23 points. Almonte Thunder are in fifth place with 13 points while Perth Blue Wings are in sixth place with 8 points.

The Stittsville Rams’ next home game will be on Sunday, Dec. 28 at the Goulbourn Recreation Centre on Shea Road in Stittsville when the Rams will host the Perth Blue Wings in a 2:30 p.m. game.

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See www.theauctionfever.com for details

8’ firewood for sale, hard Carpentry, Repairs, Rec maple, beech and oak. 613- Rooms, Decks, etc. Rea256-0341. sonable rates, 25 years experience. 613-832-2540

ARTS/CRAFT/FLEA MRKT Walter Baker Christmas Craft Sale Saturday November 15th and Saturday December 13th Over 50 Crafters and Artisans Free admission www.Goldenopp.ca

COMMERCIAL RENT 1450sq’, Commercial space, center town Almonte, suitable for Doctors, Massage, Physio, Chiropractors, etc. could be converted to office space, price is negotiable depending on require-ments. 613256-2534.

FARM BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY RETIREMENT APARTMENTS, ALL INCLUSIVE Meals, transportation, activities daily.

Short Leases. Monthly Specials!

Call 866-338-2607

TOM’S CUSTOM

AIRLESS PAINTING Specializing in roof barn & aluminum/ vinyl siding painting *30 years experience. *Screw nailing and roof repairs.

Insured and Bonded Free Estimates

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HUNTING SUPPLIES

LOST & FOUND

PETS

Almonte Antique Market, 26 Mill St. in historic downtown Almonte. 613256-1511. 50 ven-dors.

Open daily 10-5.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE-LY 1 BEDROOM APART-MENT located on Richardson Side Road. (between Carp & Stitts-ville). $725mo+ heat & hydro. Call Scott 613-266-7784 (leave message please)

Cedar (white), quality lumber, most sizes, decking, T&G, channel rustic.

Also huge bundles of cedar slabs ($45) and large bags of shavings ($35). www.scoutenwhitecedar.ca (613)283-3629.

Canadian Firearm/Hunter Safety Courses. Call Dave Arbour 613-257-7489 or visit www.valleysportsmanshow.com for dates and details of courses near you.

IPOD FOUND in the Inde-pendant Parking lot on Stittsville Main, week of 17th of November, Owner as Allison on it, please call 613-852-0127 with description to claim.

Doggie Daycare for small breeds. Retired breeder, very experienced. Lots of references $20-$25 daily. Call Marg 613-721-1530

FOR RENT

Hungerford Gate Apartments Kanata 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available for im-mediate occupancy; include fridge, stove, storage, parking, and ceramic flooring; security cameras, rental agent and mainte-nance person on site; laundry room; located near parks, buses, shopping, schools, churches, etc.

To view, call 613-8781771. www.brigil.com

(613)283-8475

AUCTIONS

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

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Dining room table and Quebec Rentals New Condominium for only 6 chairs, hutch, buffet and $ 750 per month . 819- 776- server, Canadian made, 4663 Apartment 10 min $2,500. Call 613-592-9043. from Parlament less than 800$ per month 819-682- Two all-purpose 17� sad-dles for sale - One with 4663 breakaway stirrups and leathers ($80) the other FOR SALE without ($60) OBO- Saddles are leather made by Cedar rails, pickets & Rossi Y Caruso in Argentiposts for sale, as well as na. Would make good rough sawn cedar & pine schools saddles! Call 613lumber. Call or text 613- 663-9279 in Munster.

913-7958.

HUNTING SUPPLIES

Selling Off: Evening, Prom, Casual, Formal & Bridal Dresses shoes, hats & store fixtures much more.

Owner Retiring 613-7966636

Hunter Safety/Canadian Fire-arms Courses and ex-ams held once a month at Carp. Call Wenda Cochran 613-256-2409.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Ottawa Still Needs More School Bus Drivers

Carrie Hands, CAI, CPPA, Auctioneer & Appraiser Jason Hands, Auctioneer

Auction

BUSINESS SERVICES

www.emcclassified.ca

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Fixtures, Equipment, Tools, etc. for Sequence Controls Inc. to be held at 150 Rosamond, Carleton Place ON Monday, December 15 @ 10 a.m.

Preview from 8:30 a.m. day of auction Sequence Controls, a manufacturer of controls for whirlpool tubs have sold their business and we have been commissioned to auction the contents of their building. Power Stacker fork lift with charger (2200 lb capacity). Titan Lift-Rite pump truck (5500 lb capacity). Lift Cart, 660 lb capacity. Portable Smog Hog extraction unit. Rolling portable 5 stair, 300 lb capacity. 2 new Industrial touch screen computers (WiFi, network card, mounting bracket, remote control). Panasonic KX-B630 Smart Board. Screen printing tools, accessories and drying rack. 26-1K Mercury Exposure System. Antique printing press (modified) & dies. Floor and bench drill presses. Copper wire. Electrical wire & armored cable.

Large quantity of hand tools. Work stations complete with overhead lighting. Several Metro industrial rolling racks and steel shelving, various sizes. Wire cages and support posts.

Work benches. Tool chests. Several tool boxes. Flammable proof storage cabinets. Several office desks and executive type workstations. Industrial paper shredder. Magna lights.

Impulse sealer. Small safes. Several fans, some industrial.

Steel filing cabinets both lateral and upright. Quantity of static mats. Office supplies. Telephone system. Large quantity NEW packing cartons, inserts, corrugated cardboard.

Plastic packing bags & cut bag sealer. Janitor equipment and supplies. First Aid supplies. Personal safety equipment. Fire extinguishers. 40’ storage trailer, no axles. 20 pine French doors. Isoprol alcohol. 7 solid pine raised panel doors. Pop Up canopy tent. Portable air conditioners. Dehumidifier.

Please visit www.handsauction.com to view complete catalogue and photographs. Online Advance Bidding opens Friday, December 5 @ 9 a.m. and closes Friday, December 12 @ 12 noon or as always we are pleased to see you at the live auction. Removal of purchases Tuesday, December 16 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visa, MasterCard, Interac, Cash 10% Buyers Premium

5501 County Road 15, RR #2, Brockville, ON K6V 5T2 Phone: (613) 926-2919 E-mail: auction@handsauction.com www.handsauction.com

Routes available in Nepean, West Carleton, Cumberland and Ottawa

Ask about our East-Centre. Professional experience not required, as we provide special winter FREE TRAINING. Be part of a world-class company, perform a great hiring incentives. community service and get paid for it! Ideal steady part-time job.

You need a full valid G licence with at least one year North American experience. Drug testing and criminal/background checking required.

Must pass MTO medical exam and communicate clearly in English.

Call 1-877-914-KIDS or email canadajobs@ďŹ rstgroup.com www.ďŹ rstgroupcareers.com

HELP WANTED Lone Star, Kanata, Now Hiring. Full time experienced, line cooks. Apply to: 4048 Carling Avenue. Competitive Wage. Come join the great Lone Star Atmosphere.

VEHICLES

MEETINGS & REGISTRATIONS

Ottawa Valley Stepdancing Ottawa Valley, Scottish, & French Canadian style.

Beginner/Intermediate Recreational and prep for Novice competition Adults Welcome Medical receptionist learn something new! lose re-quired, part-time in busy weight! have fun! 613-859Kanata Family Practice. 7869 Experience and flexibility MORTGAGES an asset. Drop off resume to: 99 Kakulu Rd., Kanata suite 204.

Professionals Needed.

Looking for career-minded persons willing to speak to small groups or do one-onone Presentations lo-cally.

Part Time or Full Time. A car and internet access are necessary. Training and ongoing sup-port provided. Build finan-cial security. Paid daily.

Call Diana 1.866.306.5858 Reputable , Longstanding Kitchen refacing company is seeking full time cabinet refacing installers.

Experi-ence working with lami-nates, cabinet construction and installation a must as well as own tools and transportation. Please fax resume to 613-737-3944

GRADUATION

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CONSOLIDATE Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Better Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com

STUART BOOKKEEPING AND TAX SERVICES Full Service Personal and Business 613-832-8012

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Rebecca Erin Hudson Breen BA, BEd, MA, PhD

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WORK WANTED

Experienced houseclean-ing service, very profes-sional and reliable.

Free estimates. Call Alissa (613)866-1166.

IN MEMORIAM ARMSTRONG IN loving memory of our dear parents and grandparents Horace passed away December 11, 1995 Madeleine passed away December 14, 1991

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WANTED Live-In Superintendent, As a Superintendent you will be responsible for customer service, minor repairs and maintenance of the interior and exterior of residential properties in Ottawa. Experience in trades or general knowl-edge of plumbing and electrical, good communi-cation and computer abilities are a must. A competitive salary and benefits package, includ-ing on-site accommoda-tion await you!

Please apply online at minto. com or fax your resumes to (613) 788-2286, attention Jillian www.minto.com

Certified Mason. 12 years experience. Chimney re-pair, restoration, parging, repointing. Brick, block and stone. Small/big job specialist. Free estimates.

613-250-0290.

An equal opportunity employer that values diversity.

2000 Honda Odyssey, 300,000 km, air, cruise, tilt, p.w, fold down rear seat.

Runs great and still looks good. $1,600. 613-2838104 or 613-430-9048.

FINANCIAL / INCOME TAX Wanted - furnace oil, will

A silent thought, a secret tear, Keeps their memory ever dear, Time takes away the edge of grief, But memory turns back every leaf.

Dan & Betty are proud to announce the Graduation of their daughter Rebecca with a PhD in Educational Psychology from the University of Victoria, B.C. on June 10, 2014.

Rebecca, husband Jeff and children Henry and Scarlett have re-located to Lethbridge, Alberta where Rebecca has accepted a position of Assistant Professor at the University of Lethbridge.

Congratulations! Love from Mom, Dad, Oliver, Lori-Anne, Olivia, Alexandra, Ryan, & Hudson.

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Sadly missed, Wendell, Miriam, Ross, Eileen, Stanley and Families

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– Security building, Apts recently redecorated, ample kitchen cabinets and closets. – Close to shopping and medical services. – Elevator and Laundry on site. – 1 bedroom bedroom$745+utilities $745 – 2 bedroom bedroom$835+utilities $855 – Please respectfully no pets / no smoking. – Free Parking

1 & 2 bedroom apartments 1 & 4 Robert Street, Off of Daniel Street, Arnprior

613-623-7207

for viewing appointment

FOR SALE

Secure 50’s Plus Building

KANATA Available Immediately

No Smoking No Pets First & last months rent $750.00 and up

3 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, 2 appliances, unďŹ nished basement, one parking spot. $1071 per month plus utilities.

1&2 bedroom apartments

613-831-3445 613-257-8629

FOR SALE

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HELP WANTED

Business Incubator Manager

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Carleton Place

HELP WANTED

Valley Heartland CFDC is seeking a Business Incubator Manager to assist our incubated client companies, produce programs, and manage outreach efforts for The Excelerator business incubator and co-work facility located at Gallipeau Centre, Smiths Falls. The Business Development Manager will interact with clients, companies, youth, students, industry executives, and the entrepreneurial support system in Eastern Ontario. The Excelerator is a project of Valley Heartland CFDC in partnership with the Town of Smiths Falls and area communities. A successful candidate needs to be high energy, possess a can-do attitude, able to balance many projects simultaneously and have excellent organizational skills. Bachelor’s degree preferred, 1-2 years’ experience in a marketing role utilizing new media, and demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship. Prior experience with business incubators, early stage companies, government economic development programs, or banking preferred.

Email resume, cover letter, and list of references to MaryEllen.

Cote@valleycfdc.com by December 15, 2014. For details of the job description please visit www.valleycfdc.com BIRTHDAY

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613-489-2314

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Job Pos ng Posi on: Reports to: Date:

General Manager Kingston General Manager-Seaway December 2014

THE COMPANY A subsidiary of Torstar Corpora on, Metroland is one of Canada’s premier media companies. Metroland delivers upto-the-minute vital business and community informa on to millions of people across Ontario. We have grown signiďŹ cantly in recent years in terms of audience and adver sers and we’re con nuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class talent, products and technology to accelerate our growth in the media landscape and strengthen our connec on to the community.

For further informa on, please visit www.metroland.com.

THE OPPORUNITY This is a key leadership role within Metroland East, responsible for leading Metroland opera ons in Kingston and surrounding areas. This is an opportunity for an experienced media leader with a proven track record.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Develop and execute strategies to: • Increase proďŹ tability; • Nurture a ‘best in class’ sales culture; • Iden fy new revenue and business opportuni es; • Foster a culture of editorial excellence in community journalism; • Maximize community, reader and adver ser engagement; • Provide excellent cost management and organiza onal eďŹƒciency; • Promote co-opera on and collabora on within Metroland East and across Metroland; • Promote community rela onships QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE The successful candidate will: • Be a values-based leader of excep onal integrity, with a record of developing and nurturing strong teams; • Demonstrate superior command skills; • Think and act strategically; • Have a bias for ac on, balanced with though ulness and the ability to accurately synthesize complex and o en contradictory informa on; • Demonstrate superb business acumen; • Boast excellent communica on and interpersonal skills, and be proďŹ cient in represen ng our team in a variety of roles; • Understand, and be able to speak to, the forces at play within our industry; • Have a minimum of 5 to 7 years relevant experience, including direct management and bo om line responsibility

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A Very Happy Birthday to Our Mother Lynn Pearson December 17th, 2014 The bond you hold with each of us is one defined by love. As your prayers for us are unending so is the wisdom, grace and strength you provide to each of us.

Of all the gifts our lives have to offer, our loving Mother is the greatest of them all.

Thank you for all that you do and enjoy your special day.

Love Jennifer, Michelle and Benjamin xoxoxo

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU • Opportunity to be part of an exci ng company at the cu ng edge of the media industry • Work for a well-established and respected company that is connected to your communi es • Compe ve compensa on plan and Group RSP • Be part of a company that is commi ed to providing a healthy and safe work environment • We provide individualized career plans and extensive ongoing development opportuni es • We’ve got your health in mind; you’ll receive a comprehensive beneďŹ ts package and a generous vaca on plan QualiďŹ ed and interested applicants are to forward their resume to Karen Pogue, Regional Human Resources Manager, at kpogue@metroland.com by December 19th, 2014

HELP WANTED

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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JOB POSTING JOB TITLE: Advertising Sales Rep. BUSINESS UNIT Metroland East, County & Quinte Living Magazine THE COMPANY A subsidiary of Torstar Corporation, Metroland is one of Canada’s premier media companies. Metroland delivers up-to-the-minute vital business and community information to millions of people across Ontario. We have grown signiďŹ cantly in recent years in terms of audience and advertisers and we’re continuing to invest heavily in developing best-in-class talent, products and technology to accelerate our growth in the media landscape and strengthen our connection to the community. For further information, please visit www.metroland.com.

Bonnechere Manor, a safe and caring community to live, work and enjoy life.

RESIDENT CARE COORDINATOR Full Time

THE OPPORTUNITY Metroland East is looking a Multi media savvy representative for our Belleville/Seaway Sales Team! This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Multi Media Advertising Sales Representatives to join our organization. Our Advertising Sales Representatives will introduce and sell our Multi Media marketing solutions across a number of platforms including County and Quinte Living Magazine and Specialty publications to local small and medium sized businesses in the region, while achieving aggressive revenue targets. Experience selling across multiple media platforms is strongly recommended but not essential.

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) is responsible for the administrative functions, team activities and delivery of care to the residents. The RCC directs the care in a manner thatprothat promotes and enhances the residents’ lifestyle while providing support to families and staff. Contributes to the efficient operation of the Nursing Department, consistent with the mission and philosophy of Bonnechere Manor.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES s Responsible for ongoing sales with both new and existing clients s Provide our valued customers with creative and effective multi media advertising solutions and play a key role in the overall success of our organization s Prospect for new accounts including researching s Create proposals for prospective advertisers through compelling business cases s Assist in ad design, co-ordinate the execution of Multi Media advertising programs s Attain or surpass sales targets s Address client concerns in a timely and professional manner s Ability to present a variety of opportunities to all clients, and to support all special initiatives s As part of this role, you will be required to handle credit card information. Metroland Media is a PCI compliant company and requires people in this role to take PCI training to handle cards in a safe and compliant manner

Qualifications: x A General Registered Nurse with a current certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Current certification in Gerontology with the Canadian Nurses Association. BScN degree preferred. x Post-R.N. education in gerontology or three years relevant experience in Long Term Care. x Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience. x Proven leadership abilities combined with excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Computer literacy required (word processing, spreadsheet and database). x Must have immediate accessible transportation. x Ability to meet and maintain health requirement standards of Bonnechere Manor as per the Long-Term Care Legislation.

Compensation: $78,176—$89,213 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits package.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR s Previous experience in sales and cold callings a must, experience selling across Multiple media platforms an asset s Superior customer service skills, creativity, and ability to be resourceful, expedient and work to deadlines. s Ability to build and develop effective relationships within our team and with clients s Positive attitude, exible nature and excellent communication skills s Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task s Ability to work in a fast-paced, dead-line oriented environment, with strong attention to detail s A proven history of achieving and surpassing sales targets, and unprecedented drive for results s Degree or diploma in marketing/ advertising, or equivalent work experience plus a good understanding of online and social media s Access to reliable vehicle

Please send your resume, stating Competition #15-01 by 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 2, 2015 to:

Thank you for your interest, however, only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the selection process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.

Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

County of Renfrew Core Values: Honesty and Integrity ~ Professionalism ~ Client Service Orientation ~ Focus on Results

CARD OF THANKS CARD OF THANKS

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Human Resources, County of Renfrew 9 International Drive, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W5 EMAIL: hrinfo@countyofrenfrew.on.ca (in MS Word or pdf format)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU s Opportunity to be part of an exciting company at the cutting edge of the media industry s Work for a well-established and respected company that is connected to your communities s Competitive compensation plan and Group RSP s Be part of a company that is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment s We provide individualized career plans and extensive ongoing development opportunities s We’ve got your health in mind; you’ll receive a comprehensive beneďŹ ts package and a generous vacation plan If working for a highly energized, competitive team is your ideal environment, please email your resume to rprins@metroland.com by December 29th, 2014 INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Please submit your application directly to the HR Regional Manager of the hiring division Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you also to John Curry of the Stittsville News for all of his contributions.

Sincerely, Vivien Daly

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DICA Electronics Ltd, located in Carleton Place is seeking full-time workers in the following positions: s 3-4 /PERATORS s 1UALITY )NSPECTORS s %LECTRONICS !SSEMBLERS s &ACILITY -AINTENANCE 0LEASE VISIT WWW DICA CA FOR A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION 2ESUMES SHOULD BE E MAILED TO CAREERS DICA CA $)#! IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES /NLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

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Thank you to the Organizers, All the individuals who help with the preparation of the food and all those who helped in other ways. Also thank you for the many kind words, cards and gifts and to all that were able to join the celebration and contribute to such a wonderful party.

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A sincere thank you to the Richmond Agricultural Society for the open house held honoring me on my retirement.

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John Curry

john.curry@metroland.com

Sports - Forty seven goals scored in three games. Prolific. One of these goals was scored on a penalty shot. Exciting. And two of the games were decided by shootouts. How great is that!

But all of this happened in the Stittsville Town League in its three games last week.

Molsons Black defeated Cavanagh Construction Grey 8-7 on Thursday, Dec. 4 at the Matt Bradley Arena at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex with the outcome decided by a shootout that went to five shooters before a winner was decided.

Shouldice Mechanical Red got by Molsons White 9-8 with the game being decided by a shootout.

A penalty shot happened in the second period of the game between Cavanagh Construction Grey and Molsons Black, with Ian Shannon scoring what was Molsons Black’s fifth goal of the game.

And all three games last week had at least 15 goals scored in them, with 47 goals scored altogether in the three games.

On Thursday, Dec. 4 at the Matt Bradley Arena at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex, Molsons Black escaped with an 8-7 victory over Cavanagh Construction Grey after withstanding a five goal outburst by Cavanagh Construction in the third period that ended up tying the game and forcing a shootout.

In the shootout, which went to five rounds, Ryan Kennedy of Molsons Black scored what proved to be the game winning goal as Jason Foran of Cavanagh Construction did not score in the shootout.

Ian Shannon for Molsons Black and Steve Derouin for Cavanagh Construction had both scored for their teams earlier in the shootout.

Molsons Black players Shayne Thompson, Nathan Adams and Brock Beehler all were unsuccessful in their shootout attempts.

For Cavanagh Construction, Greg Harding, Mike Scherbo and Mike McKenna all joined Jason Foran in being unsuccessful in their shootout efforts.

In regulation play, Molsons Black had jumped out into a 3-1 lead by the end of the first period. Molsons seemed to have the game in hand, leading 5-2 after the second period but in the third period, Cavanagh Construction scored five goals so that the game ended tied 7-7 after regulation time. This forced the shootout which was won by Molsons Black, giving that team an 8-7 victory.

Scoring for Molson’s Black in the game were Nathan Adams with two goals and Mark Egan, Ryan Kennedy, Ian Shannon on that penalty shot, Brock Beehler and Shayne Thompson, all with single markers.

Mark Egan collected two assists while single assists were earned by Ian Shannon, Will Engler and Nathan Adams.

Goal scorers in regulation time for the Cavanagh Construction Grey team were Mike McKenna with three goals and Greg Harding, Mike Scherbo, Jason Foran and Steve Derouin, all with one goal apiece.

Mike Scherbo picked up four assists in the game while Trevor Harding and Steve Derouin

both had two assists. Jason Foran had one assist in the game.

A shootout also determined the outcome of the game on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena with Shouldice Mechanical Red emerging with a 9-8 win over Molsons White.

It was tied 8-8 after regulation time, bringing on the shootout. This shootout was decided in just three rounds, with Ryan Sterling and Chris Hesse scoring for Shouldice Mechanical on their shootout attempts. Matt Sterling had failed to score for Shouldice Mechanical on his shootout effort.

For Molsons White, Kyle Gourgon, Mike Testa and Wayne Hall all participated in the shootout, with only Mike Testa scoring.

In the game itself, Molsons White led 3-1 after the first period but it was all tied up 5-5 after the second period. Both teams scored three times in the third period, setting up the shootout.

In the game, Ryan Sterling had four goals as well as the shootout winner for Shouldice Mechanical. Greg Clarke, Chris Hesse, Matt Sterling and Chris Lissaux also scored for Shouldice Mechanical in regulation time.

In the three round shootout, Chris Hesse and Ryan Sterling both scored for Shouldice Mechancial. Matt Sterling failed to score on his shootout attempt.

Earning assists for Shouldice Mechanical in this game were Mark Vennor with three, Brett Kelly, Chris Hesse and Matt Sterling with two each and Ryan Sterling and Greg Clarke with one assist each.

For Molsons White, Kyle Gourgon scored three goals in the game, with single goals going to Martin Ballard, Mike Testa, Ryan Bond, Wayne Hall and Nick Purdy.

Mike Testa also scored in the shootout while Kyle Gourgon and Wayne Hall both were unsuccessful in their shootout tries.

Kyle Gourgon had three assists in the game while Mike Testa and Ryan Bond both collected two assists. Single assists went to Martin Ballard, Nick Purdy and Sam Kelly.

The other Stittsville Town League game last week, played on Thursday, Dec. 4 at the Johnny Leroux Stittsville Community Arena, saw Laurysen Kitchens Blue double the score on Cabling Ottawa Orange, winning 10-5.

Laurysen Kitchens led 3-1 after the first period and had a 7-3 lead after the second period.

Dan Cavanagh scored three goals for Laurysen Kitchens with both Corey Laurysen and Pat Kavanagh scoring twice.

Single goals were scored by Ryan Schiffer, Gilles Boudreau and Paul Doyle.

Pat Kavanagh had five assists in the game while Andrew Stevenson picked up four assists. Gilles Boudreau, Paul Doyle and Ryan White all had two assists for the Laurysen Kitchens team while single assists were earned

by Dan Cavanagh, Chris Broussa-toi and Ryan Schiffer.

Scoring for Cabling Ottawa Orange in this game were Steve McJanet with two goals and Mat Hand, Pat Croteau and Trevor Graham, all with one goal.

Jay Gallinger had two assists in the game for Cabling Ottawa while single assists went to Steve McJanet, Trevor Graham and Shane Byrne.

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News – The sale of “Candy Grams” is now happening at South Carleton High School, with students able to purchase them for $1 each or six for $5. The distribution of these candy grams will happen at the school on Wednesday, Dec. 17…Jabulani Vineyard & Winery on Jock Trail west of Richmond will be open on the next two weekends (Dec. 13/14 and Dec. 20/21) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. A variety of wines will be available for purchase. There will be a fire going where the tasting patio usually is and the nearby tractor shed will be the centre of

attention. There will be tastings, mulled wine, Christmas goodies, hot chocolate and chestnuts on the fire. Donations, preferably something yummy, for the Richmond Food Bank will be the price of admission. Everyone is welcome to attend…This coming Sunday, Dec. 14 will see Santa coming to Richmond as the Knights of Columbus of St. Philip Parish are hosting “Lunch with Santa.” There will be free hot dogs and soft drinks and the cost of admission is simply a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Richmond Food Bank. Santa will

be giving a special loot bag to every child who attends. This “Lunch with Santa” will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Philip’s Parish Hall at the corner of Fortune Street and Burke Street…The new Richmond Youth Centre for youth ages 12 to 16 years old, which held its inaugural Friday night program at the Richmond Memorial Community Centre (arena) on Friday, Nov. 28, will be holding its second program this Friday, Dec. 12 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

It is free to attend with the program being held on the second and fourth Friday of each month.

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News - Again this year Nancy EvoyVeilleux of Richmond is hosting a Christmas Day dinner open to everyone, especially those in the Richmond and Munster areas who might be alone and shut-in and unable to enjoy a Christmas meal with great company.

Meals-on-Wheels and Food Bank clients are most welcome to attend this free Christmas Day dinner, as well as anyone else in need or unable to prepare or enjoy a Christmas dinner on their own.

The Christmas dinner will be offered as an eat-in experience as well as via takeout or even delivery.

Anyone physically unable to attend this Christmas Day dinner at the St.

John’s Anglican Church hall on Fowler Street in Richmond can make arrangements to be picked up, taken to the hall where you can enjoy the meal and then taken back home.

If you want to attend and have children, they are most welcome. Santa will be paying a visit to the dinner with gifts for everyone. Those with children should let the organizers know the children’s name, age and sex and possible gift ideas so that Santa’s job can be made a little easier.

There is no charge related to this Christmas Day dinner. Anyone who would like to attend or if you know of anyone who might like to attend, please contact Nancy Evoy-Veilleux at 613-

838-5032 or email her at nancy.veilleux@bell.net. You should call or contact Nancy before Saturday, Dec. 20 so that she can ensure that there is plenty of food available at the dinner to feed everyone.

This Christmas Day dinner is being held on Thursday, Dec. 25 at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall on Fowler Street in Richmond. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. with the dinner served at 5 p.m.

Nancy Evoy-Veilleux and her family are looking forward to having Christmas dinner with as many people as possible, all in the view that everyone deserves to have a Christmas dinner no matter what their personal circumstances.

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News –Creating gingerbread houses is a Christmas tradition for many.

One opportunity for this is at the annual gingerbread family Christmas party which will be held this Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church hall in Richmond.

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MARY COOK Mary Cook’s Memories Lifestyle - The Northcote School was packed, and the smell of felt insoles, galoshes, and gum rubbers, propped against a log by the wood stove filled the room. It was the yearly Christmas concert. The desks had been stacked and moved to the front of the room, and planks brought in and either ends placed on chairs for seating.

The concert had been rehearsed daily for a month, and if we didn’t know our lines by the night of the concert it wasn’t the teacher’s fault! And every last one of us had a part whether you wanted it or not. As usual, bad Marguerite was an angel, and I was a sheep … again!

Marguerite even had wings made by her mother ... gossamer affairs that somehow were attached to the long white dress she wore, and she flitted around the stage in her white stockinged feet and with her newly permed Shirley Temple curls bobbing on her head like sausages on springs.

My sister Audrey and the Briscoe twins opened the concert after Miss Crosby blew into a little whistle that gave them the proper note to start on. Their voices filled the school, and I could see Mother and Mrs. Briscoe wipe their eyes with the corner of their hankies. Then there was the one act play, and it seemed to me we acted out the same one every year. It was called “Who Salted the Soup?”

Audrey and the twins sang a few more carols, this time much better than their first effort, since they were now used to the dim light and with one performance under their belts. All the time they were singing, Miss Smarty-pants

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Marguerite gives angelic performance was hopping around the stage with her wings flapping and her face cast to the ceiling, trying her best to look like an angel. I thought she looked like a white chicken scanning the stage for a place to light! But I couldn’t say a word, or move from my place, where, as a sheep, I was to keep my eyes on the manger and the doll borrowed from my friend Joyce Frances’ large collection.

Miss Crosby had given us explicit instructions not to move off the stage when the concert ended. We were to stay in our positions, and she would say a few words to the audience, thank everyone for coming, and as happened every year, as if by magic, as soon as she finished, the school door flew open, and in rushed Santa Claus. Only then could we leave the stage and go to sit on the two front planks.

Well, that’s when all hell broke loose.

Miss Perfect, bound to be the first off the stage, as soon as Santa roared into the school with his “Ho, Ho’ Ho’s”, Marguerite made a dive to lead the parade from the makeshift stage, which was just a platform borrowed from the United Church, her foot caught on the tail of her dress, and she slid off the stage like a ship being launched from a dock! Her wings were under her, and hadn’t Miss Crosby made a grab for her, she would have slid right into the front row of planks. Santa Claus never missed a beat, ignored the heap on the floor, and headed right for the tree, ready to hand out the presents. It was a pretty quiet Marguerite we saw for the rest of the night.

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Outdoor Artisan Market at Museum Kathy Tibbo is at her Kobbit booth at the Old-Fashioned Christmas & Outdoor Artisan Market presented by the Goulbourn Museum on Sunday, Nov. 30. She was one of 15 vendors displaying and selling their homemade wares at the event.

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Lifestyle - Start your holiday parties with adorable tiny Yorkshire puddings filled with the best of roast beef dinner fixings - beef, horseradish, carrots and mashed potatoes.

Preparation time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 20 to 25 minutes. Baking time: 20 minutes.

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Ingredients: * 250 grams (8 oz) Ontario mushrooms * 125 mL (1/2 cup) coarsely chopped onion * 750 grams (1-1/2 lb) lean ground beef * 7 mL (1-1/2 tsp) each dried sage leaves, thyme leaves and celery salt * 2 mL (1/2 tsp) each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg * 175 mL (3/4 cup) packed mashed potato (one potato) Glaze * 250 mL (1 cup) smooth jellied cranberry sauce * 50 mL (1/4 cup) each barbecue sauce and water * 25 mL (2 tbsp) maple syrup Preparation instructions: In a food processor, pulse mushrooms and

onion until evenly ground, stopping often to scrape down the side. Place in large bowl; add beef, sage, thyme, celery salt, allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add potato; mix well with your hands. Shape into approximately 42 meatballs 2.5 cm (1-1/2 inches).

Arrange racks in the top and bottom third of the oven. Spray or oil two large rimmed baking sheets. Place meatballs on baking sheet. Bake in 180 C (350 F) oven, switching racks halfway through, until meatballs are brown and firm to the touch, about 20 minutes. Let stand on baking sheets for three minutes. Remove to large serving bowl.

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Local events and happenings over the coming weeks — free to non-profit organizations Fax: 613-224-3330, E-mail: john.curry@metroland.com The annual gingerbread family Christmas party will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church hall on Fowler Street in Richmond. $20 per family cost includes gingerbread house, candy, snacks and a visit from Santa Claus. Tickets should be purchased in advance as there will only be a limited amount of tickets available at the door. For tickets, please contact Christine Ormsby at 613-838-6019 or by email at scormsby4000@sympatico.ca .

The Stittsville Legion is holding a bake sale on Saturday, Dec. 13 starting at 2 p.m. at the Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

A free Open Table community dinner will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13 at St. Thomas Anglican Church at the corner of Stittsville Main Street and Carleton Cathcart Street in Stittsville.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. The meal is served at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. The meal

is free but donations are accepted.

The Christmas concert of the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus under the direction of Robert Dueck with accompanist Eliana Kurilov will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Young Road just north of Hazeldean Road in Kanata.

The Knights of Columbus of St. Philip Parish are hosting a “Lunch With Santa” on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Philip’s Parish Hall at the corner of Burke Street and Fortune Street in Richmond.

Free hot dogs and soft drinks. Admission is a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Richmond Food Bank. Everyone welcome.

Santa will have a special loot bag for all of the youngsters in attendance.

A community blood donor clinic hosted

by Canadian Blood Services will be held on Monday, Dec. 15 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

at the St. Philip Parish Hall at the corner of Burke Street and Fortune Street in Richmond.

To book an appointment, visit www.blood.ca .

A community blood donor clinic hosted

by Canadian Blood Services will be held on Wednsday, Dec. 17 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the gymnasium at Holy Spirit Catholic School on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville. To book an appointment, please visit www.blood.ca .

A Christmas Day dinner for people in the Richmond and Munster areas who might be alone, shut-in or otherwise in need and unable to enjoy a Christmas dinner with company are invited to attend a Christmas Day dinner on Thursday, Dec. 25 at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall on Fowler Street in Richmond, hosted by Nancy Evoy-Veilleux and her family.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Supper at 5 p.m. Eatin, takeout and delivery all available. If you are unable to get to the hall, arrangements can be made for someone to pick you up and then drop you off back home after the dinner. There is no

charge for this Christmas Day dinner. Anyone who might like to attend should contact Nancy Evoy-Veilleux at 613-838-5032 or via email at nancy.veilleux@bell.net before Saturday, Dec. 20 to allow time for preparations to be made. The name, age and sex of any children involved, along with gift ideas, should also be communicated as Santa will be paying a visit to the dinner with a little gift for everyone.

The Stittsville Rams will host the visiting Perth Blue Wings in an Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League game on Sunday, Dec. 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the Goulbourn Recreation Complex on Shea Road in Stittsville.

A New Year’s Eve Party will be held on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 31 at the Stittsville Legion Hall on Stittsville Main Street in Stittsville, starting at 8 p.m. Live music. Party favours and a champagne toast. Hot and cold buffet at midnight. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend. Tickets are on sale at the Legion Hall for $30 per person.

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Stittsville was one of 20 stores in the Ottawa area participating in the annual OC Transpo/Loblaw Christmas food drive last Saturday.

An OC Transpo bus was parked in front of the store all day long, with volunteers from OC Transpo and the Stittsville Food Bank on hand to accept donations of non-perishable food items and to fill the bus with these donated food items. Cash donations were also being accepted.

All of the food items donated were taken to John Brummell/Metroland the Stittsville Food Bank Helping fill up an OC Transpo bus parked outside Brown’s following the collection Your Independent Grocer in Stittsville last Saturday in the period. annual “Fill The Bus” campaign for the Stittsville Food Bank Food bank use in On- are, from left, Isabella Cristiano, Michaela Skogen and Alexa tario has increased nearly Moussignac-Demers.

News - Stittsville voices will be among those heard as the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) choirs present their annual Christmas concert this coming Monday, Dec. 15.

The choirs involved are the OCSB Children’s Choir, the OCSB Chamber Choir and the OCSB Boys Choir.

Four of the 76 youth in the Children’s Choir are from Stittsville while four of the 35 young people in the Chamber Choir are from Stittsville. In the Boys Choir, which draws boys from both the Children’s Choir and the Chamber Choir, there are five boys from Stittsville.

The Children’s Choir members from Stittsville are Samantha Dassanayake, Douglas Cameron, Joseph Cameron and May Ellen Cameron.

The Chamber Choir members from Stittsville are Aidan Saunders, Andrew Brannan, Andrew Cameron and Mary

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Those who attend will be treated to an outstanding musical program as these OCSB choirs are experienced performers.

The Children’s Choir performed at the National Military Cemetery on Remembrance Day. The Chamber Choir recently performed at the Enchanted Mosaic concert at the Earl of March High School in Kanata which was a fundraiser for the provision of scholarships for university-bound female youth who have overcome challenges and are experiencing financial need. This fundraiser was organized by the Kanata Chapter of the Federation of University Women.

The Children’s Choir also sang at the recent inaugural meeting of the newly elected Board of Trustees of the OCSB. These OCSB choirs also participate annually in the Kiwanis Music Festival.

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Members of the Boys Choir from Stittsville area Aidan Saunders, Andrew Brannan, Andrew Cameron, Joseph Cameron and Douglas Cameron.

For one of their pieces in the upcoming concert, namely “Let It Snow,” the Boys Choir will be performing with the boys’ dads as special musical guests.

All of these OCSB choirs are made up of students from across the city of Ottawa who attend Ottawa Catholic School Board schools and who successfully audition to participate.

The concert itself, entitled “Holy Night,” featuring these OCSB choirs and their guests will take place this coming Monday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Basil’s Church on Maitland Avenue at the Queensway. Tickets at $12 each will be available at the door, with everyone welcome to attend.

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