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Your Liberal candidate for Kanata—Carleton | Election Day: Sept. 20 h t u A 2 September 2, 2021 - Community Voice News It’s very nice to meet you BY COMMUNITY VOICE STAFF

It’s just a matter of time until you run into our new West Carleton Community Voice reporter. Nevil Hunt brings 18 years of experience in community news to the Voice. He was previously a reporter and news edi- tor with the West Carleton Review, which ceased publication in 2018. “There’s never a dull moment covering West Carleton,” Hunt said. “While it’s one large com- Photo provided munity, it’s the people in Nevil Hunt is the new reporter for the West Carleton the individual villages and edition of Your Community Voice. hamlets that make things click. bring you the news and He has also worked in high “There are always inter- stories about the people tech and with the federal esting people to meet, and of West Carleton.” government. they make every commu- Hunt studied journalism If you have a story idea nity a little different from at Algonquin College and for an upcoming issue of the one down the road. I’m has covered urban, subur- the Voice, please contact Authorized by the Official Agent for looking forward to getting ban and rural parts of the him at nevilhunt@gmail. Jennifer McAndrew to as many places as pos- city and the Ottawa Valley com. sible every two weeks to since graduation in 2001. [email protected]

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BY NEVIL HUNT space available as of last the Legion on Sept. 19. He week. said dart leagues will start Golf, darts and carpet Watters said Edgewood up at the same time, with bowling are ready to fly is a good course for golf- carpet bowlers taking to in Constance Bay as the ers of any level, and the the broadloom soon after. Royal Canadian Legion wide open fairways are If you’ve never tried those marks Legion Week in forgiving. A hook or a slice sports, you’re invited to Where official Ontario between Sept. 18 rarely finds trees or water, try. and 24. he joked. “We’re always welcom- Tom Watters is orga- “You make a lot of friends ing new members,” nizing the annual Alfie playing there,” Watters Dolan said, adding the big kids come Currie Memorial Golf said with a laugh, allud- Constance Bay branch Tournament, scheduled ing to the need for duffers has around 150 members for Sept. 25 at Edgewood to cross adjacent fairways today. There are more Links, 3654 Dunrobin Rd. to retrieve golf balls that than 248,000 Legion to play “Alfie did a lot of work for stubbornly refuse to go in members at over 1,350 the branch and he was a the intended direction. branches coast to coast. big-time golfer,” Watters You can sign up for The Constance Bay said. the tournament at the branch continues its suc- The tourney tees off at Constance Bay Legion, cessful Meals to Wheels 12:30 p.m. and is open 377 Allbirch Rd. The dinner every other Friday to the public. It offers 18 hall is open every day – offering a hot meal holes, a power cart, lunch except Mondays and made to go. Orders are at the course and dinner Wednesdays. The Legion due three days prior, on Register Today under tents back at the will be open every day Tuesday, and the menu of Constance Bay Legion, all during Legion Week. upcoming meals is kept for $80. There will be prize Branch president George up to date on the Royal ocsb.ca/register draws as well. Watters said Dolan said Legion Week Canadian Legion Branch there’s room for 20 four- will also see an honours 616 Facebook page. somes, and there was still and awards ceremony at [email protected] ELECT JENNA SUDDS Your Liberal candidate for Kanata—Carleton | Election Day Sept. 20

FINISH THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19 MAKE HOMEOWNERSHIP AFFORDABLE Ensure that individuals, families, seniors, and businesses Help future homeowners afford a downpayment affected by the pandemic continue to have the support faster, encourage renters to become homeowners, needed to recover. and ban blind bidding & predatory realtor practices. ADDRESS THE CLIMATE EMERGENCY STRENGTHEN UNIVERSAL HEALTHCARE Take bold climate action now to mitigate future climate Ensure that every Canadian has access to a family disasters, create a robust green economy, and build a doctor, eliminate health system waitlists, and sustainable future. improve rural access to healthcare. INVEST IN SUSTAINABLE TRANSIT INTRODUCE UNIVERSAL CHILDCARE Secure the funding needed to connect Kanata—Carleton Help women and parents return to the workforce by to light rail transit and reduce our carbon footprint. introducing $10-a-day early learning and childcare. SECURE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET BETTER CARE FOR OUR SENIORS Work to ensure that every Canadian has access to fast, Introduce national long-term care standards and reliable, and affordable internet, no matter where they live. raise wages for dedicated personal support workers.

Authorized by the Official Agent for Jenna Sudds. 4 September 2, 2021 - Community Voice EDITORIAL Better late than never As we have said on other provincial measures dur- For starters, for teachers, for the adults in classrooms, ing this pandemic, better late than never on the Ford who could argue against mandating vaccines in this government for introducing a vaccine passport in this environment? province In terms of mandating vaccines for students of all Among those eligible in Ottawa, this city is inching ages, it’s hard to argue why this vaccine shouldn’t be on towards 80 percent of residents receiving two doses. the mandated list of many others, like MMR (Measles, We should celebrate that fact. Mumps and Rubella). That’s fantastic. We obviously have to push that higher. The City of Ottawa has been dithering on introduc- Can we get that higher? It’s really smart to continue ing a mandatory vaccine policy for its workforce. We to push to that goal. don’t need another staff report. We need the same clear No one should be surprised as we gradually open up edict the mayor of Toronto gave employees there that the economy and lift some public health measures we they must have the double dose if they want to remain are going to see a rise in cases. employed. We are starting to see that already and that is going to And in a health care setting such as hospitals, long- continue, especially with the arrival in our community term care and palliative centres, that is a no-brainer. of the very contagious Delta variant. You just can’t put the most vulnerable people at risk With our neighbours next door in Gatineau taking for COVID-19. the step to introduce vaccine passports and a grow- If we are all vaccinated we will have a much safer work- ing number of jurisdictions surrounding the Capital ing environment. doing that as cases begin to climb, a standardized ap- Regular testing, as some have been pushing, isn’t proach over a patchwork of rules makes sense. This is enough. How regular would that be? What test? Would our best hope to keep people doing things they want to a negative test be required before every shift? be doing, while ensuring a safer indoor environment. A standardized set of rules across all municipalities Who knows what made the Premier finally come and segments of the economy is needed to level the around, but recent public polls show the vast major- playing field. ity of the populace in Ontario have an appetite for some When you leave it up to individual businesses to set form of passport in essential settings at least. the rules, you leave it open to interpretation.

stretched its role in meet- Canadian Municipalities OP-ED: Federal candidates can’t dodge local issues ing the social services (FCM) will step up as needs of cities including they always do to ensure should get out and vote. our city. For the most part, employment nodes rest addressing homeless- that municipalities are There are numerous items it delivers a benefit to the in the NCC’s hands. Local ness, affordable housing part of a federal election on the national agenda but local citizens and we enjoy MPs need to ensure that and settlement support agenda. My old friend and many issues have signifi- the use of their parkways, the NCC is in step with the for new Canadians. FCM president Joanne cant local implications. pathways, parks, trails and priorities of local residents And of course the Vanderheyden recently It may be tempting for greenspace. However, the and not burden local tax- Government of Canada is said that government some candidates to dodge agency has struggled over payers with costly plan- the largest local employer. partnerships with munici- local issues by arguing the years to have local rep- ning decisions. The Ottawa economy palities will be important that most are a municipal resentation in its leader- Over the last decade, the is highly sensitive to re- in rebuilding Canada’s BY STEVE DESROCHES responsibility. Any candi- ship and holds strong to federal government has ductions to the public economy in the wake of @SteveDesroches date who brushes off local the view that their de- stepped up its involve- service and military. The this dreadful pandemic. area issues is not wor- cisions are best made ment in local infrastruc- vast federal land holdings You may get the op- Like it or not the federal thy of your vote or their by a non-local board of ture projects given the across Ottawa are also a portunity to talk to local election is upon us. $182,000 annual Member directors. limited financial capacity source of revenue for the candidates within a safe Local candidates will of Parliament salary. It is an antiquated and of municipalities and the city in terms of the grants distance on your doorstep do their best to canvas as For starters, as Canada’s condescending view that significant revenue gener- in lieu of taxes paid to the about local matters. If they many homes as possible. capital, Ottawa is unique the local municipalities ated from gasoline taxes. municipality. dodge the question or pass It will be interesting to in that it is under the over- are too narrow sighted Local MPs need to be Accordingly, we need the buck they are likely out see if residents open their sight of a strong federal to build an impressive champions for infra- local MPs who understand of touch with the needs of doors to talk to candidatesYour planning agency. capital city on the scale structure including roads, local priorities and pub- their future constituents. given the ups and downs The National Capital of Washington, Paris and transit, bridges and aging lic services. This “on the Steve Desroches is a for- of the pandemic. Commission has enor- London. The fates of major water and sewer infra- ground” experience and mer City of Ottawa coun- ElectionsCommunity are always mous influence over the city-building projects like structure. The federal perspective is an asset. cillor and deputy-mayor. Your Community Newspaper Voice important and everyone shape and development of housing, hospitals and government has also The Federation of

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Pop- up clinics held to increase Fitzroy vaccination rates ELI

BY NEVIL HUNT to get information to par- EL-CHANTIRY ents and caregivers, many Councillor Data from across the city of whom fall into the 18- to West Carleton - March shows Fitzroy Harbour had 39-year-old demographic, Ward 5 the lowest rate of people – which has a comparatively 12 years and over --with low vaccination rate. one dose of a Covid vaccine Etches released a state- when compared to every ment recently saying sys- other neighbourhood in temic barriers may be to Ottawa, as of Aug. 2. blame for low rates in some Fitzroy also had a com- Ottawa neighbourhoods. Welcome back, paratively low rate of peo- She listed work in jobs Your Community Voice readers! ple 12 and up who are fully where taking paid leave to vaccinated. be vaccinated is difficult or BACK TO SCHOOL The data is being com- impossible, transportation, I want to wish students, teachers, and staff a safe return piled every four weeks by lack of computer and inter- the Ottawa Neighbourhood net access, need for child- to in-person learning. A friendly reminder for drivers to Study, based at the care, or lack of trust in the please slow down in school zones and be mindful of University of Ottawa. government agencies and school buses being back on the roads. Drivers can face The study uses the postal in the health care system. serious fi nes and lose demerit points if they pass a stopped code of vaccine recipi- “We want every single school bus with its upper red lights fl ashing and/or stop ents to determine rates by community within Ottawa arm activated. You can report a vehicle that doesn’t stop neighbourhood. to be protected against properly for a school bus to Ottawa Police immediately The Aug. 2 data shows: Nevil Hunt photo COVID-19 as much as pos- by calling 911. This has been a challenging year for par- -Fitzroy Harbour, eligible Eleven-year-old River Moher of Dunrobin sports a patch of sible, and we are heading ents/guardians, educators, and students; wishing you all population of 2,801 peo- gauze after getting his first Covid vaccination at the Fitzroy towards 90 per cent cover- the best in the upcoming 2021/2022 school year! ple, with first vaccine rate Harbour Community Centre’s pop-up clinic on Aug. 19. age across our city,” Etches of 62%, and 54.6% fully River is among the youngest vaccine recipients in the city wrote. “We know that a vaccinated as the province only recently approved shots for children high level of vaccination THIRD DOSE OF COVID19 VACCINE NOW -Kinburn, 1,239 eligible, who will be 12 years old in 2021, however, the overall rate protection is part of our AVAILABLE TO HIGHERRISK POPULATIONS 75.6% with one dose, 66.4% of vaccination in Fitzroy lags behind other parts of the city. path to getting safely back A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is now available fully vaccinated to the people and activities to residents most at risk of serious illness, including indi- -Constance Bay, 2,362 eli- - Canada’s overall rates resident who is vaccinated that we love, and to protect viduals who are severely immunocompromised, notably: gible, 76.9% with one dose, were 73% with a first dose outside Ottawa will still against more transmissible transplant recipients, patients with hematological cancers 66.7% fully vaccinated and 82.1% fully vaccinated, show up in the ONS data variants like Delta.” on active treatment and/or recipients of an anti-CD20 -Dunrobin, 5,591 eligible, reported by the Public via their postal code. agent. Residents who meet these criteria can speak to 82.1% with first dose, 73.5% Health Agency of Canada, During an Ottawa Public APPOINTMENTS their specialist or hospital program to ask for a letter to fully vaccinated as of Aug. 14. Health online technical Drop-in vaccinations are receive a third dose. Drop-in vaccinations are available -Corkery, 4,060 eligible, Six days of vaccination briefing on Aug. 19, West available at any commu- 83% with first dose, 74.7% clinics have been offered in Carleton-March Coun. Eli nity clinic, pop-up clinic, at any community clinic or pop-up clinic in Ottawa during fully vaccinated the Fitzroy Harbour com- El-Chantiry asked Ottawa’s or neighbourhood vacci- hours of operation. Eligible residents must present a letter -Carp, 6,846 eligible, 84.3% munity since the start of medical officer of health nation hub in Ottawa dur- from their specialist or hospital program. For more, visit with first dose, 76.1% fully August in an effort to in- about the comparatively ing their hours of operation. ottawapublichealth.ca. vaccinated. crease coverage. low rates of vaccination in Some pharmacies offer vac- All the above rates will “To accompany these Fitzroy and Constance Bay. cines and vaccination for NOTICE OF OC TRANSPO WESTEND TRANSIT have increased since Aug. 2 efforts, community out- “We asked for close-by homebound people is also WAY CLOSURE as more eligible people re- reach, signage and post- vaccination centres and offered. As part of the Stage 2 project, starting September 5, a ceive a first or second shot. ers were used to promote we did a few pop-up clin- In addition to any pop-up section of the West Transitway will be permanently closed For comparison purposes: the clinics,” said Ottawa ics,” El-Chantiry said of the clinics, the closest locations to buses, between Moodie Drive and Holly Acres Road - The city’s rate across all Public Health spokesper- northern parts of his ward. for West Carleton residents neighbourhoods is 79% son Carly Wolff. “OPH has “Do you have any advice for include Constance Bay, to allow for future Moodie Station construction and LRT with a first dose and 86% also engaged with repre- us?” Carp, northern Kanata and guideway work to begin. Once complete, LRT trains will fully vaccinated, accord- sentatives from the Carp Dr. Vera Etches said OPH Arnprior. replace the existing bus service. The West-end Transitway ing to Aug. 24 data from Farmers Market to explore “did not see a lower rate of You can book an appoint- closure between Moodie Drive and Holly Acres Road will Ontario’s Ministry of Health additional opportunities to coverage in Fitzroy initially.” ment online at covid-19. not impact vehicular roads. Please visit the City of Ottawa - The city’s highest rates are promote and expand reach “It’s just that as the rest of ontario.ca or by calling website for FAQs and OC Transpo website for informa- in Vars, in the city’s rural east in the Fitzroy/West Carleton the (city’s) population grew 1-833-943-3900. tion on detours. end, where 99.7% have re- area.” their vaccination rates, To see the latest data on ceived a first dose and 85.2% Wolff also confirmed that (Fitzroy’s) coverage rate vaccination rates across are fully vaccinated Fitzroy’s comparatively low didn’t grow as fast,” Etches Ottawa, visit neighbour- - Ontario’s overall rates vaccination rate is not due said. hoodstudy.ca and click the City Hall - 613-580-2475 were 75% with a first dose to the proximity of vaccine She said students return- link for “Dashboards.” Ward Offi ce - 613-580-2424 Ext. 32246 and 82% fully vaccinated, clinics in nearby Arnprior. ing to schools in September [email protected] [email protected] as of Aug. 24 Wolff said that any Ottawa will be another opportunity www.eliel-chantiry.ca 6 September 2, 2021 - Community Voice News

Merrilee Boards still tweaking plans with school starting soon Fullerton BY NEVIL HUNT activities will go ahead, outside. Member of Provincial Parliament but it’s still to be decided The Catholic board says Kanata-Carleton Ottawa’s two largest what form they take. For all its classrooms have school boards are still example, indoor sports adequate ventilation, but tinkering with their Covid may be scrapped in favour social distancing of two protocols as the new of outdoor sports. metres will not be pos- Ontario government invests in schools school year approaches. Scott said she’s heard sible, so singing won’t be The first day of school for from many parents who allowed. That includes Back to school is here and everyone is looking forward both English public and are concerned about the singing along with O to an in-person learning experience which is why the English Catholic schools risks of schooling while Canada each day. government is doing everything it can do to keep students is Thursday, Sept. 9. Covid is still around, in- safe. The Ottawa Carleton cluding a few who are AIR QUALITY Over and over I heard that keeping students safe was District School Board planning to keep their During the summer, your most important priority, which is why the government was prepared to consider children at home for now. the province announced is investing over $600 million to support system-wide a number of motions as “They care about their funding for HEPA air fil- improvements in ventilation and air quality to keep schools the Voice’s press time ap- OCDSB kids,” she said, “and we ters in classrooms, gyms, safe. proached, including: Lynn Scott, chair of the have to get it right.” libraries and any spaces The Ontario government is taking action to deliver for •Mandating vaccines for public school board. Scott doesn’t have that lack mechanical ven- students and following the best medical advice: educators, for volunteers school-aged children, but tilation systems. • Assessed and/or recommissioned 100% of schools in schools and for users of vaccinations and mask- asked if she would be com- The filters remove harm- ventilation systems to optimize airfl ow school buildings ing, while others opposed fortable sending her own ful particles from the air, • Purchased over 70,000 standalone HEPA fi lter •Requiring masks for the requirements. children to school this which will be especially units and other ventilation devices. kindergartners -- Ontario The public board plans year, she said, “I would. important if and when Improving ventilation is one way to ensure students only requires students as to keep elementary stu- Absolutely I would.” windows can’t be opened. return to well-prepared classrooms this fall. young as Grade 1 to wear dents in cohorts to reduce All school boards are re- The Government has invested more in public education a mask in the classroom, interactions between stu- CATHOLIC BOARD quired to inspect their for the third straight year. Under the return to school plan, but school boards can dents. Staff will rotate to Students and staff at ventilation systems to the Government is making over $2 billion in additional choose to put tougher classes to reduce student schools in the Ottawa make sure they are in resources. Here are the investments: rules in place movements. Catholic School Board will good working order before • $1.6 billion in COVID-19 resources, •A medical education High school students also notice some changes school starts. • $85.5 million to support learning recovery in math plan for students, includ- will have two in-person due to Covid protocols. Kindergarten class- and reading, and ing having school-based classes of 150 minutes Masks will be required rooms at all schools will • $561 million increase in the Grants for Student vaccine clinics. each day, instead of four for students from Grade have HEPA filters because Needs (GSN), rising to $25.6 billion. At an Aug. 24 OCDSB shorter classes per day. 1 to 12, but not while those students aren’t re- The government has recently announced that it is board meeting, Ottawa’s The changes are expected outdoors. quired by the province working with local public health units and publicly-funded deputy medical officer of to reduce Covid risk and In an effort to reduce the to wear masks, although school boards to plan and host vaccination clinics in, or health said parents and will make contact tracing risk of virus transmission that is subject to change if nearby, schools. This voluntary program is part of the last school staff should be easier if a case emerges. within the schools, large the ministry of education mile strategy to encourage those who have yet to receive comfortable with a re- Public board chair Lynn indoor assemblies will not adds that requirement or a fi rst or second dose and will provide convenient access turn to in-class teaching Scott who represents the be held and non-essen- if any school board de- to vaccines for eligible students and their families, as well because Covid cases are wards of West Carleton- tial visitors will be barred cides kindergartners must as educators and school staff who are returning to school relatively low in the wider March, Stittsville, and from entering. Safety ex- wear masks. this fall. community. Rideau-Goulbourn, told tends to field trips too, and The public board says Residents of Kanata-Carleton are doing an incredible Dr. Brent Moloughney Your Community Voice they won’t be allowed for work is underway on job rolling up their sleeves and getting the vaccine. said Ottawa Public Health that all the ventilation the time being. many ventilation projects Together we can overcome the challenges we are supports mask wearing systems in West Carleton Elementary students but some larger projects facing. Please get your vaccine. for kindergarten students school for example, are will stay in their class- – such as window replace- If you need your fi rst or second dose, book now: Ontario. and stressed that adults in running properly and the rooms when they eat. The ment and HVAC upgrades ca/bookvaccine . schools should be vacci- number of air exchanges Catholic board will try to – will take until the end of Stay up to date on these MPP community initiatives and nated. Under provincial each hour has been in- minimize the mixing of December. provincial news impacting our community by visiting my requirements, staff will creased where possible. classes at recess. Information about every website’s news section. have to disclose their vac- “We’ve taken a cautious Students at many high Ontario school’s ventila- Please do not hesitate to connect with me and my cination status, and those approach,” Scott said, schools will get one of tion plan must be posted Community Offi ce staff if there is something we can do for who are unvaccinated will adding that the board’s a number of staggered online by Sept. 3, and both you and your family. need to undergo regular Covid protocols continue lunch hours – an effort to the public (ocdsb.ca) and testing. to be adjusted whenever reduce gatherings of large Catholic (ocsb.ca) school The Aug. 24 meeting the Ontario Ministry of groups. High school stu- boards have committed to 240 Michael Cowpland Dr. Suite 100 Kanata, ON K2M 1P6 also heard from parents, Education provides new dents will still have the posting this information 613-599-3000 • [email protected] some of whom supported information. She said option to leave the school by then. www.merrileefullerton.ca mandatory COVID-19 sports and extracurricular property for lunch or eat [email protected] Community Voice - September 2, 2021 7 NATURAL FOODS SPORTS & NUTRITION BEAUTY & CARE SUPPLEMENTS HOME & PETS

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Anil Jhalli photos The candidates vying to become Kanata-Carleton’s next federal representative, from left to right, Melissa Coenraad for the NDP, Jennifer McAndrew is the Conservative Party’s hopeful, Scott Miller on behalf of the PPC, Dr. Jennifer Purdy is sporting the Green Party’s colours and Jenna Sudds is running for the Liberals. Kanata-Carleton riding featuring five electioncandidates By ANIL JHALLI no stranger to the door- that type of interaction technology park in Kanata McAndrew, a small busi- important now than ever, to-door battle for votes having been involved with North, and boasts the sec- ness owner, the major as people across the coun- Liberal candidate Jenna having previously can- campaigns in the past,” ond largest employment focus for her campaign is try continue to deal with Sudds feels getting light vassed in 2018 when she said Sudds, a mother of base in Ottawa. economic recovery and the ripple effects of the rail out to Kanata is vital was running to become three girls. “As our city continues creating the atmosphere COVID-19 pandemic. for one of the city’s hubs Kanata North’s next mu- The former execu- to grow, we need to make where entrepreneurs can Dr. Jennifer Purdy, who for job growth that also nicipal representative. tive director of the sure we invest in this rebound from the dev- operates a medical prac- serves as an economic She was eventually voted Kanata North Business critical infrastructure to astating effects of the tice in Kanata and lives driving force. in as city councillor for the Association noted the connect the people of pandemic. in Dunrobin, is carrying On a leave of absence west end ward. Kanata-Carleton riding this riding to the rest of McAndrew, who op- the Green Party banner from City Hall, Sudds is “I had the benefit from features Canada’s largest Ottawa,” said Sudds. erates an event plan- again this time out. She Sudds has learned first- ning business with her increased the Green vote hand in the expansive rid- husband that employs in 2019 by several per- ing of Kanata-Carleton the 17 people, is hearing centage points in the rid- issues facing the urban from families in Kanata- ing on the way to a strong CCLOSINLOSIN GG SALESALE and rural voters are very Carleton that are find- fourth place showing. different. For those in the ing it hard to make ends With the environment villages and on the con- meet. The Tory platform at the core of Green Party After 29 years, we have decided to retire. cession roads, Sudds said proposes to make hous- values, it comes as no a common concern she ing more affordable and surprise climate change hears at the door is poor McAndrew points out a is the major plank of her % % Internet connectivity. Conservative government platform. Savings of 30 to 70 off our regular prices on: “During a pandemic, we would cut and simplify in- Pointing to the forest • Quilting Cottons have all relied on good come taxes. fires across parts of the working Internet because She too is hearing the western provinces this • Fashion Fabrics many of us have been message from voters summer, Purdy said it’s • Machine Embroidery Supplies forced to work from home concerned about climate clear the country is in a • Accessories for Husqvarna Viking & BabyLock machines and learn from home so change and she assures climate emergency. • and more there has been that ad- her party’s plan for the Improving infrastruc- justment,” said Sudds. environment proposes ture in the form of solar For the urban dwellers, viable solutions to meet- panels and wind turbines Everything must go! the conversations cover ing emission targets. for homes and businesses everything from child care “A strong climate change can help alleviate the Sale ends Saturday, September 25. to climate change, which plan will also incentiv- pressure on our climate, ties into the need for ex- ize innovations such as she told this newspaper. tending light rail to one of algae-based carbon cap- Purdy added access to the fastest growing areas ture or making low-emis- better public transit is a of the city, Sudds said. sion jet fuel out of carbon concern she continues to “People want the gov- waste,” she said. hear from residents and ernment to make smart The NDP’s Melissa party supporters. 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For Conservative Party said a national pharma- [email protected] Fabrics | Classes | Sewing Supplies candidate Jennifer care program too is more News Community Voice - September 2, 2021 9 Resource centre offering different options in food program BY ANIL JHALLI Sukhija hopes to see the are there.” project expand to similar Abhijit Potdar, the Indian food will now be on facilities across the city. founder of Nutrition Blocs, the menu of the Meals on “A lot of Indian seniors said his organization aims Wheels program through are vegetarian, and we to provide customized, the Western Ottawa thought, it could be a good low cost and culturally ap- Community Resource idea to offer something propriate food for seniors. Centre (WOCRC). different to suit a specific He said the plan is incor- Representatives of palate,” added Sukhija. porate food from different the WOCRC, officials “The option to have dif- cultures into the program. with the Indo Canadian ferent kinds of food is “Seniors in our com- Community Centre here and we hope that munities face multiple (ICCC) in Ottawa, and we can offer Indian food barriers when it comes Anil Jhalli photo the founder of Nutrition more frequently. We will to accessing healthy and From left to right: Parminder ‘Nippi’ Chhatwal, owner of Ishina Distinguished Indian Cuisine, Blocs, a leading food advo- see based on the demand nutritional meals and Jagjit Khosla with the Indo Canadian Community Centre in Ottawa, Joyce Drouin, the team cacy agency, are teaming from people.” the last 18 months (of the manager of community support services at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre up for the initiative. Nisha Mapara is part pandemic) have made the (WOCRC) and Abhijit Potdar, the founder of Nutrition Blocs, are helping provide Indian Volunteers with the of the program offering situation worse,” added meals to the WOCRC’s Meals on Wheels program. WOCRC are now deliver- Indian meals and said Potdar. “We are happy ing fresh Indian meals to she’s happy to see more to form this partnership services at the WOCRC. support and leadership communities in Ottawa’s households registered options for people who here with the WOCRC and The Meals on Wheels of participating agencies west end. through the Meals on don’t eat meat. bridge that gap our seniors program has been in exis- and the collaborative ap- Parminder ‘Nippi’ Wheels program every “Some people have are facing.” tence since the late 1980s proach by participating Chhatwal, the owner of Tuesday and Friday. health challenges and Having the new options and volunteers deliver partners.” Ishina Distinguished Conversations between aren’t able to cook and is a direct result from re- 25,000 meals each year. The program caters to Indian Cuisine in Bells all parties have been have some dietary restric- quests made by WOCRC “These requests from our older adults 55 and over Corners, and his team, are going on for the past five tions,” she said. “Two days Meals on Wheels commu- members were a vision,” and adults 18 and over with preparing the food for the months, said Anil Sukhija, a week I receive delicious nity members, said Joyce said Drouin. “And the suc- disabilities. Deliveries are program. chair of the seniors pro- and healthy meals and all Drouin, the team manager cess of this vision becom- made in Kanata, Stittsville [email protected] gram with the ICCC. the heating instructions of community support ing a reality is due to the and Dunrobin and other

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WEST CommunityVoice CARLETON News Community Voice - September 2, 2021 11 Uniting in spirit for this year’s virtual Terry Fox Run

BY NEVIL HUNT years. The most recent in- visit www.terryfox.ca/ter- person event was in 2019, ryfoxrun/westcarleton. Set a goal. Then smash it. when participants covered Registration is quick and Linda Cassidy has been courses between three and you can invite friends, organizing West Carleton’s 8.5 kilometres. family and co-workers to Terry Fox Run for 11 years, Cassidy and her late sponsor you right on the and she knows just what husband, Bob Dupuis, website. she’d like to accomplish. founded the West Carleton While the 2021 run is vir- “In 2011, we set a goal of run, originally dubbed the tual, Cassidy invites any- $70,000,” Cassidy said of Constance Bay Terry Fox one who would like to join local cancer research fund- Run. Dupuis, who passed her on Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. raising. “We’re about $3,000 away in July 2020, and to meet at the Northwind short of there, and I’d like to Cassidy attended a number Centre, formerly the break it and reach $70,001 of Terry Fox Run workshops Constance & Buckham’s this year.” for run organizers from all Bay Community Centre, The Terry Fox Run on over Ontario. It was at one at 262 Len Purcell Dr. Last Sunday, Sept. 19, will be of the workshops that they year’s virtual run raised virtual, the same format as learned that West Carleton $5,321 for cancer research. last year, meaning partici- punches above its weight pants can walk, run or ride amongst the 650-plus HELP WANTED Photo courtesy of Linda Cassidy any route they choose, by community runs hosted Cassidy said she and her Linda Cassidy walked in the 40th annual Terry Fox Run in memory of her husband, Bob themselves or in groups. in Canada each year. husband planned to or- Dupuis, who passed away last summer. The Constance Bay couple, pictured here in 2012, The Terry Fox Foundation “By population, we raise ganize the West Carleton organized the first local Terry Fox Run in 2011. is calling on Canadians more money than a lot of event for 10 years, and this to “unite in spirit, not in other places,” Cassidy said. year will be year 11. She “This will be my last year,” the event. It’s all ready for smoothly. Anyone inter- person.” “We’re really proud of our is seeking another West Cassidy said. “I hope some- someone new.” ested in more information West Carleton’s walk- community.” Carleton resident to take body can take it over. I have Cassidy said she’d be can contact Linda Cassidy ers, runners and riders To take part in the 2021 up the torch and organize all the files and the signage happy to assist and make at 613-832-2403. have been uniting for 10 virtual run or to donate, the run starting in 2022. and everything to do with sure the handover works [email protected]

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After being forced to can- The deadline for entries As the summer winds down in the nation’s capital and we protocols in place but still with a high degree of anxiety prepare for a busy fi nal quarter at City Hall, I wanted to about how it will turn out and if everyone will remain cel last year due to Covid, of homecraft exhibits is the Carp Fair is back for Sept. 22, while livestock provide an update on our agricultural sector and rural safe and well. The best advice right now is to realize that economic development: some of Ottawa’s most underrated everyone’s well being is the most important thing. Every- 2021. entry deadlines vary with assets. Now, there’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic one – students, teachers and parents – should strive to do The fair takes place class: 4-H, heavy and light has impacted rural Ottawa, but the effects are slightly different his or her best. The goal should not be perfection. Instead, Sept. 24 to 26 at the Carp horses, beef and dairy than they are in the urban areas. While restaurants and there needs to be a focus on mental health. Without such Fairgrounds. cattle, sheep and goats. wellness, academic achievement is an impossible dream. Attendees can look Check carpfair.ca for retail have been hard-hit, and other sectors like aggregates, Let’s look at some of the positives that have happened. forward to rides, food, details. landscaping and construction have been thriving, here are a Since last year the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) entertainment and ex- The 2021 Carp Fair board few ways the City of Ottawa is supporting a rural economic has invested over 25 million dollars into schools, mostly hibits, all carried out president, Neil Falls, said rebound and growth for years to come: for improvements in ventilation. All OCSB schools have in accordance with last year’s decision to can- Finalized right before the pandemic, our Rural Economic mechanical ventilation. All of these ventilation systems have Ottawa Public Health’s cel the fair was “deflating” Development Strategy includes action items that are helping been optimized to increase fresh air exchanges. Filters recommendations. for all the volunteers. to make our rural areas more resilient and economically are being replaced much more frequently than before the Robertson’s Amusement He said the fair board diverse. As part of the strategy, a Rural Business Toolkit was pandemic. About 1,000 portable HEPA fi lters have been is back with a number of presented some agricul- designed to assist existing and potential entrepreneurs and placed in various schools. Unit ventilators are now in 220 food vendors and conces- tural showcases last year business owners to gain awareness of the programs that portables. All of this information including a school-by- sions, livestock shows and and assisted with some exists to support their various needs and interests. school listing of ventilation updates will be posted on the craft exhibits. 4-H shows – all while the Due in large part to Ottawa Tourism’s efforts through the OCSB website on Sept. 3. The fair’s 2021 general pandemic forced social pandemic, in partnership with the City, to promote daytrips As per Ministry of Education directive, the OCSB is requir- manager, Natalie Wilson, distancing and masks on and staycations, we are seeing a renewed interest in the rural ing all board staff to provide proof of complete vaccination said the fair will welcome participants. areas, drawing more people out of the core while stimulating against COVID-19 by Sept. 7 or to provide a documented as many people as the “We also had some en- the local economy. medical reason for not being vaccinated or agree to be grounds can legally host, tertainment via the fire- The City continues to support Invest Ottawa’s development of tested on a regular basis and to participate in a vaccination with “the typical precau- works and that was a good a futuristic test lab known as Area X.O at the NCC’s Greenbelt education program. The OCSB must post on its website tions that we have all morale booster,” Falls Research Farm. Testing is underway for next generation on Sept. 15 the aggregate data regarding the vaccination grown to know.” said. “People said they technologies including 5G for autonomous vehicles, which status of its staff. All OCSB staff are being encouraged to “There will be social dis- could see the fireworks could someday help accelerate rural connectivity solutions. become double vaccinated. Those not vaccinated will be tancing, mask wearing, from miles around.” We continue to provide funding to the fi ve fairs in Ottawa, required to be tested regularly. The Ministry has not yet and a limited number of After 2020’s deflation, so that these not-for-profi ts can continue to maintain facilities released the details of how these tests will be administered people indoors,” she said. Falls said the huge vol- and reported. “If you are walking around unteer contingent was and support their communities and the businesses that rely The OCSB is launching its new virtual schools, Blessed on the grounds you will pumped up when the on them. I look forward to seeing many of you at the fairs Carlo elementary school and St. Josephine high school, this be asked to wear a mask decision to put on a 2021 this fall! fall. About fi ve percent of the board’s total enrolment will unless you are eating or edition of the fair was Earlier this year, Council approved changes to several be attending these virtual schools. Students in these virtual drinking.” finalized. regulations that would enable farmers to diversify their schools must be committed to attending virtually for the If your favourite part of “That was a joyous businesses, permitting a range of small-scale commercial whole year. There is no switching to in-person during the the fair is the musical en- moment,” he said. activities on agricultural properties like opening retail shops, school year. tertainment, get ready to “Everybody is excited to yoga classes, artist studios, bakeries, eco-tourism, repair One area of particular challenge this school year is going stomp along with the Ryan get back to their volunteer businesses and more. to be bus transportation due to a shortage of drivers. This Brothers on Friday Sept. jobs and duties. We want Thanks to our increasingly diverse economy here in Ottawa, has been a problem in recent years but it is particularly 24, and the Rivertown to host this and give back residents from the core are benefi tting more and more from worrisome this fall. It is highly likely that routes will be Saints on Saturday, Sept. to the community.” the activity in our rural wards and the work continues each cancelled due to lack of a driver or due to COVID isolation. 25, while Steve Stacey and Tickets are available at and every day to provide more opportunities for our farmers The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority is doing all it Lucky Ron will close the carpfair.ca. Daily admis- and rural residents. I want to thank our rural councillors for can to mitigate the driver shortage. This includes moving a their ongoing support of their constituents and all Ottawa couple of thousand students from yellow school buses to fair on Sunday, Sept. 26. sion is $12 for anyone age OC Transpo, combining runs into longer ones, encouraging All shows start at 8 p.m. 13 and up, and $6 for those residents, as we continue to focus on rural economic parents to opt out of transportation if possible, adding con- Instead of performing between the ages of 6 and development as a pillar of our city’s economy. Get out there gregated stops and using coach bus services. The Parent in the arena, all concerts 12. Under age 6 is free. and support local farmers! For more information please visit: Web Portal was delayed in opening until Aug. 27 to ensure will take place on one of Visitors should note https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa/rural-ottawa that parents would receive the most current and correct the baseball diamonds, that some details may information about the transportation routes. which will feature a beer change at the last minute garden. if Ottawa Public Health is- Admission to the shows sues any new guidelines. [email protected] • 613-831-2028 is included in your [email protected] News Community Voice - September 2, 2021 13 Transportation authority facing school bus driver shortage this month. Public Health to perform at any time, although re- Options under review contact tracing on stu- assignment to transpor- include moving more dents who are actually tation may take some Grade 7-12 students to riding the bus if a sus- time, depending on the OC Transpo from the yel- pected case of COVID-19 volume of changes, ac- low school buses, com- is identified. cording to an OSTA bining multiple runs with Eligible students may release. low ridership into one, opt back into the service [email protected] moving students from cancelled routes to ex- isting runs, adding con- AUCTION SALE gregate stops and using Saturday September 18, 2021 - 10:00 AM sharp coach services. 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CALL 613-458-6423 x101 TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! 14 September 2, 2021 - Community Voice News West end councillors see no need for special transit meeting BY PATRICK UGUCCIONI road after a steering prob- every intention of continu- “What we don’t need is daily memos addressing available, or if there was lem caused one to enter a ing to ensure whatever we grandstanding,” he said. issues and concerns,” she an immediate issue to ad- The chair of the City’s ditch on Carling Avenue learn is shared with our While she is on a paid said. “I don’t see the need dress around public safety, Transit Commission says near Herzberg Road. riders, employees and leave of absence, Jenna for a (special) meeting at finance, etc.” a majority of members re- Kanata South Coun. Allan taxpayers immediately,” Sudds stressed she is still this time.” With councillors getting cently voted against hold- Hubley told this newspa- Hubley continued. “ I do the elected representa- Stittsville Coun. Glen regular updates from OC ing a special meeting this per staff’s efforts would be not support holding back tive for Kanata North and Gower said he didn’t see Transpo management, month on recent LRT and better spent on determin- the updates until the is staying on top of ward the need for a special Ward 21 Coun. Scott bus breakdowns because ing with certainty what the (Sept. 20) meeting is held issues. meeting with council- Moffatt said he didn’t find a OC Transpo staff need time issues are and what the and will continue to push On the call from several lors receiving memos al- special meeting was neces- to investigate and review remedy would look like. back against those who members of council to hold most every day from OC sary “if the concern is get- the findings. He added management want to only release info a special meeting ahead Transpo management with ting answers.” The train system was dis- has been issuing updates at meetings.” of the regularly scheduled detailed updates about the “”Ask the questions, rupted recently when an almost daily via memo Other west end council- Transit Commission meet- train and bus service and they’ll get answered and, axel problem on one car from the outset “provid- lors are in agreement. ing on Sept. 20, she told this information about repairs if you want the public to spurred management to ing everyone with insight West Carleton-March newspaper OC Transpo and investigations into the know, share the answers pull the entire fleet from into the complex issue as Coun. Eli El-Chantiry said General Manager John technical issues. publicly” he said. “That is the Confederation Line they work through them. he saw need for an earlier Manconi “has been incred- “An emergency meet- what is happening with the to get at the root cause. So nothing is being held meeting “because staff are ibly responsive in answer- ing might be warranted,” memos. A meeting doesn’t Several double-deckers back.” answering all the ques- ing questions.” he said, “if that informa- change that.” were also pulled from the “I want answers and have tions for all of us.” “I have received almost tion wasn’t being made [email protected] Hazeldean Gardens celebrates three years in community BY JOHN CURRY holding such a larger out- Ice cream cones were door gathering of up to 100 available for everyone, It was time for a party! people. This was the first adding to the enjoyment. The Hazeldean Gardens time that this could hap- Murray Jackson, one of retirement residence pen in over a year. the owners of the locally- marked its third anniver- The weather was sunny owned family business, sary with a gathering for and warm, ideal for the noted in his remarks at this residents on its outdoor event. Music filled the air anniversary gathering that patio on Sunday, Aug. 15. thanks to entertainment COVID had certainly made An extra incentive to have provided by a local duo for a challenging time at such a celebration was called Denim and Lace Hazeldean Gardens. the recent gradual easing which has performed sev- “But thanks to the hard of COVID-19 pandemic eral times at Hazeldean work and diligence of restrictions that allowed Gardens. our staff in following the pandemic protocols, combined with the un- derstanding and support of our residents, we have remained outbreak free,” he commented. Calling it a “happy occa- sion,” he led a toast to ev- eryone’s good health. Hazeldean Gardens opened in 2018 and its suites are now over 70 per- cent occupied. Located on the site of the re- Register Your Child Today nowned former Stittsville Flea Market, Hazeldean for Skating at the Glen Cairn Gardens has paid tribute to Skating Club! Stittsville’s past by incorpo- Photo provided rating a railway theme into The outdoor patio at the Hazeldean Gardens retirement residence is the site for the facility‘s Skating instruction to all levels its bistro area. third anniversary celebration. Hazeldean Gardens, Register online today at in partnership with the developed the facilities of Hazeldean Road and putting green and a pick- city of Ottawa and the which exist at what is Stittsville Main Street. leball court, all available glencairnsc.ca Kavanagh family, owners now known as Kavanagh These facilities include a for public use. of the former Flea Market, Green at the intersection gazebo, a bocce court, a [email protected] News Community Voice - September 2, 2021 15 Swing batter Nevil Hunt photo

Clark Gravelle, 5, puts everything into his swing during a Kinburn T-ball game on Aug. 25. During games, players get a chance to try hitting the ball off a tee as well as pitches from their coaches. The five- and six-year-olds wrapped up their season this week.

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BY NEVIL HUNT a limited number of boats water is rougher here than protocols. available for rent. Among places like Mooney’s Bay,” Only participants will be If you’ve ever considered them are some six-person said Bevin Schmidt, chair allowed on site, but spec- dipping a paddle in the outrigger canoes with their of the paddle challenge or- tators will have a front row Ottawa River, your chance parallel stabilizing float ganizing committee and a seat if they stop in at nearby is a couple of weeks away. – perfect for pretending coach at the ORCC. Sheila McKee Park, 1730 The annual Ottawa River you’re racing through the The challenge will in- Sixth Line Rd. Schmidt said Paddle Challenge will be surf at Waikiki. clude different types of the best times to come and hosted by the Ottawa River “We’re the only club in boats, including surf skis, watch will be around the Canoe Club on Saturday, Ottawa with outrigger ca- canoes, kayaks and stand- morning and afternoon Sept. 18, and the club has noes, in part because the up paddleboards. start times: 10 a.m. and Register for City of Ottawa In the past the club has or- 12:30 p.m. Paddlers will ganized the challenge at the make their way around a SAINT ISIDORE PARISH Nepean Sailing Club, but course marked by buoys, Fall activities 1135 March Road, Kanata this year paddlers will begin racing about 10 kilometres Join us for In-Person Mass every and end at the ORCC, lo- in total. Wednesday at 2:00pm & Sunday at 9:00 & 11:00am cated at 1610 Sixth Line Rd. There will be a food truck The change means less foot on site for paddlers and an To attend Mass, please register in advance online traffic and allows the club awards ceremony at the ottawa.ca/recreation www.StIsidoreKanata.com to ensure everything stays end of the day. safe during the pandemic. For registration details, STARTING SOON! FALL 2021 ONLINE ALPHA! “It’s a little bit scaled including contact informa- Register on our website or call 613-592-1961 back,” Schmidt said, add- tion to rent a boat, visit ot- ing that the club is already tawarivercanoe.com. OUR WEEKEND MASS IS ALSO OFFERED ONLINE set up to abide by all Covid [email protected] FFREEREE QQUOTESUOTES Upgrade your windows

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