May 14, 2010 Vol. 38* cvn No. 5

Serving community since 1973 Issue no. 415 FREE Great Glebe Garage Sale 25th anniversary l iege S Photo: Lois

I can vividly remember the experience. My body-mind anticipates the replay May 29: on once near-empty streets, a whole sea of people are on the move, – there is a light but warm breeze wafting through the open window as the eagerly waiting to be surprised by marvels and mysteries. I want to be a wit- early morning breaks. It’s May. It’s warm. I’m tired – not a morning person, ness and a part of all that gently swirling energy. So where do I begin?” you know, especially not a Saturday crack-of-dawn person. As I occasionally I don my clothes, in layers, of course. I slather on the sunscreen, choose a surface from my dreams, I hear bird songs outside my window and then, a new wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and sensible shoes. I fill my water bottle and put sound for this early hour – a voice – or is it two or three? A door slams shut, an- it in my old backpack along with a snack and my cash stash. Before I review other unfamiliar tone and the smell of coffee begins to circle above my sleepy my mental checklist, I remember to sling my trusty camera over my shoulder. head. The sounds multiply and the increasing volume of chatter several floors I’m ready for a small adventure. But, I’m still startled when I open the front below reminds me – no getting away from it, the Great Glebe Garage Sale is door to find throngs of people milling around driveways and heavily laden back again. Time to rise and shine. There’s treasure out there in ‘them thar tables. Looking left and right before I step off the porch, I sense that I am streets.’ I think to myself, “I’d better gear up. First I’ll stoke my curiosity and entering a maze of busy–ness. What I need to navigate my way to the treasure my fortitude. I’ll need them to soak up all the hustle and bustle that’s setting troves is a game plan. What I need is a GGGS map! Where else would I find the Glebe abuzz. I want to capture and remember the magic of this Saturday, that but in the Glebe Report. Aha! see pages 22 and 23 WHAT’S INSIDE Mark your calendars May 7-24 Canadian Festival, www.tulipfestival.ca Abbotsford ...... 2 GNAG ...... 6 May 27 GNAG’s Lobster Kitchen Party, 7 p.m., GCC Art ...... 24 Glebe History . . . 14-15 May 26 City of public information meeting about Glendale and Chamberlain Books ...... 38-39 Grapevine . . . . . 42-43 reconstruction, 6:30 p.m., GCC (see page 13) Business . . . . . 18-19 Letters ...... 5 May 26-30 Ottawa International Children’s Festival May 29 Great Glebe Garage Sale Councillor’s Report . . 10 MP’s Report . . . . . 12 June 4-6 Carnival of Cultures Editorial ...... 4 MPP’s Report . . . . .11 June 4-12 Dance Festival www.canadadance.ca (see page 27) Entertainment . . . . 26 Music ...... 25 June 5-6 New Art Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Central Park, www.artinfoboy.org Environment . . . . . 28 Religion . . . . . 40-41 June 8 GCA annual general meeting 7:30 p.m., GCC GCA ...... 13 Schools ...... 30-36 June 17 Public meeting, , 7:30 p.m. Salon A, Civic Centre, Lansdowne Park (see page 9) NEXT DEADLINE: FOR THE JUNE 11 ISSUE FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2010 2 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 NEWS NEWS Glebe Report May 14, 2010 3 Oh what a night at the HST is coming: are you ready? Recreational boaters: be aware Gardening volunteers needed By Sheila Pocock Abbotsford GST Auction! Although the air temperature may be climbing, water in the rivers and lakes The Garden Angel volunteers, who The new harmonized sales tax or HST is coming on July 1, 2010 but transi- at this time of the year is still dangerously cold. The Provincial Police plant, weed and water plants in many tion rules are in place starting May 1, 2010. This new 13 per cent tax is made (OPP) Marine Service is warning boaters that sudden immersion in the water planters in the Glebe, are looking up of a five per cent federal portion and an eight per cent provincial portion. It can quickly become a life-threatening situation as hypothermia sets in. for more volunteers to maintain five will replace the current five per cent GST and eight per cent PST and apply to Some advanced planning can reduce the risk of serious accidents: small planters at Fifth and Bronson, goods and services sold or provided on or after July 1, 2010. • Pay attention to weather and water conditions before heading out. the large bed at Glebe and Bronson For us as individuals • Inform friends or family about the particulars of the trip and return. Individuals will now be charged the HST on any goods or services on which and a bed at Monk and Fifth. A fourth • Check the operating condition of your boat and safety equipment. available location is Lyon and Fifth. they currently pay GST. These include: • Be sure the lifejacket fits, meets safety standards, and is suits the activity. Interested in maintaining one of these • Actually wear the lifejacket on board; after the fact is too late. green spaces? • utilities: heat, hydro, heating fuel, cable, Internet access • professional fees: legal, accounting, consulting and advertising, mem- • Keep checking weather and water conditions while on the water; they Please contact Judith Slater bership and professional dues can quickly change. at [email protected]. • daily items: gas, haircuts, dry-cleaning, gym memberships, taxi and limo For more information, go to www.opp.ca or call OPP Marine Programs, services, postage, couriers, movie and theater admissions, conferences Office: (705) 329-6125. BEST and seminars, some magazines, downloadable music files, custom soft- HYPOTHERMIA DEMYSTIFIED (www.coldwaterbootcamp.com) ey Lee l ware, funeral and cemetery services Hypothermia can be divided into mild, moderate and severe stages. These

hir stages are defined by the “State of Alaska Cold Injuries Guidelines for Wilder- S • travel: air, train, tours and long-distance bus trips ness Emergency Care”. Exempt from the 13 per cent HST, but still subject to the five percent federal

Surplus Plants? Photo: portion of the HST are: Alan Neal, of CBS Radio One fame, was our emcee for the evening. The Garden Angels are always looking for more plants for • residential rent ABILITY TO RE • transit passes and bus passes CLASSIFICATIONS CORE BODY WARM WITH- CLINICAL PRESENTATION our beds as some die over the winter, get ‘salted’ or just magic- On April 22, we had a gig at this GST Auction. I mean who names a fund- OF HYPOTHERMIA TEMPERATURE OUT EXTERNAL OF HYPOTHERMIC PATIENT ally disappear. If you are dividing plants, please email me at raiser after a government tax? Anyway, we get to the Glebe Community Centre • children’s clothing and footwear HEAT SOURCE to set up, the stage has already been assembled and the sound system is waiting • diapers [email protected] or call Judith at 613.236.6281. I’ll give Above 35°C Cold sensation shivering you a call back as soon as I can to organize pick-up. for us to prep our sound. As we warm up, staff is busy prepping for the auction • feminine hygiene products Normal N/A and boppin’ to the sweet tunes oozing from our instruments – can you believe (95°F) Thanks very much. it? I mean who would think that Abbotsford@The Glebe Centre is staffed with • books, audio books and newspapers Physical Mental • food purchases under $4 35-32°C impairment impairment all these party people! Mild Good The doors open right at 7 p.m. and we do our stuff as the 5th Annual Goods, Transition payments for individuals and families will be available to help (95-90°F) • Fine motor • Complex Services, Talents Auction begins. Throngs of toe-tappin’ bidders mingle amid offset the new tax. For families with incomes less than $160,000 a year, a • Gross motor • Simple heaps of items. There is plenty of good food and drink for everyone; they even $1,000 rebate will be provided in three payments. For individuals with income Below 32ºC (90ºF) have teenagers catering. less than $80,000 a year, a $300 rebate will be provided in three payments. 32-28°C shivering stops Moderate Limited The emcee is Alan Neal of CBC Radio One and he seems to be having a good For your business (90-82°F) Below 30ºC (86ºF) time. He’s really good at reminding people that this is a fundraiser and that For businesses, the rules are similar to the current GST rules. Once gross consciousness is lost they should be having bidding wars – he even does some live auctioneering: revenue approaches $30,000, the business must be registered as well as collect Rigidity Alice Hinther’s catering at the home of some lucky winner; the City of Ottawa and remit the HST. If a business is already registered, the new forms will auto- Vital signs reduced or absent 67s box on New Year’s Eve (now that’s a party!); and ‘In The Land Before Below 28°C matically be sent to them. The current GST number will be kept but the RT001 Unable Severe risk of mechanically Time,’ a painting by a Renowned Nutty Bird who donated it from his personal (82°F) extension may change. The 13 per cent HST will be deducted as an input tax stimulated ventricular collection. credit (ITC) similar to the current five per cent GST. Severe fibrillation (VF) (rough handling) Some door prizes; the sections are closing – I’ve got to check my bids, get to The Quick method will still be allowed and rates will vary from 9.9 per cent Spontaneous ventricular the front of the payout line; hey, with any luck I’ll be home in time for the last to 11 per cent depending on the industry. The current PST will end June 30 Below 25°C Unable fibrillation (VF) period of the hockey game! and the final PST return should be remitted by July 23, 2010. Any final adjust- (77°F) Anonymous ments must be filed no later than November 23, 2010. The $1,500 compensa- Cardiac arrest Note from Event Staff tion ended on March 31, 2010. But there will be a one-time small business By Karen Joynt transition credit of up to $1,000. For full details and May 1st transition rules, To learn more about cold water immersion, visit www.coldwaterbootcamp.com. Compiled from information on www.opp.ca and www.coldwaterbootcamp.com. Why should the grandkids Thanks to ‘Anonymous’ for this depiction of our 5th Annual Goods, Services, please contact CRA directly. Talents Auction fundraiser. We do appreciate the fresh outlook and are in total For more information agreement with the facts, particularly with respect to our party spirit; please For full information on how this will affect you or your business, please have all the fun?! drop by Abbotsford @ The Glebe Centre to see for yourself. Proceeds from contact CRA. There is complete information available at both government this event will be used to support our existing activities and programs. websites: Special thanks to the amazing support offered by our event sponsor, Lord federal: www.cra.gc.ca/harmonization You too can play with Lansdowne Retirement Residence. To our other sponsors: Booster Juice Glebe, provincial: www.ontario.ca/taxchange Heritage Brewery, Big Rock Brewery – you helped make our event the ‘place Both governments provide telephone hotlines for questions as well: Lowrey’s unique to be’ on April 22. To Sneezy Waters and his friends Ann Downey & Vince federal: 1-800-959-5525 instruments and Adult Halfhide, we truly appreciate all you have done for us. A huge thanks to com- provincial: 1-800-337-7222 Group Learning System. munity businesses – your generosity made our event an incredible success. Useful bulletins to read include CRA bulletin # 244 and 247 and Ontario BOARD MEMBERS (Directors) Karen Joynt is director of Development at Abbotsford@The Glebe Centre. newsletters #2 and #4. CRA also runs free two-hour seminars which are listed Guaranteed! on their website. Many accounting firms also have full information on their websites and provide seminars for clients. The Glebe Report Association (GRA) is Call 613-204-3501 to make wishes your reality. IN THE HEART OF OTTAwA Sheila Pocock is the treasurer and business manager for the Glebe Report seeking two new Board Directors. Upbeat Recreational Music Making and an accountant for several businesses in the Ottawa area. Richard Merrill Haney, Ph.D. (Counselling & Mediation) Term: Directors are elected by Members of the GRA to a 30 Cleary Ave. [email protected] www.upbeatmusic.ca “You are your dreams...limited only by your fears.” 3 year term beginning June 14, 2010. This is a volunteer position with no honorarium. • Individual, Couple and Family Counselling • Comprehensive Family Mediation (with or without lawyers) Helping People Walk in Faith, Hope and Love • Hypnotherapy • Life Coaching Prospective Directors must: GLACIATED TERRAIN • be 18 years of age or older Recent Painting www.fourthavebaptist.ca Minister: rev. clarke Dixon Bank St. at Somerset St. email: [email protected] • live and/or work in the Glebe [email protected] corner of Fourth & Bank 234-5678 (by appointment) www.ottawacounselling.com Would preferably: • have volunteer experience, particularly as a Board member; PREVENTIVE HEALTH CARE • have professional experience that may assist the Board FOR YOUR PET 109A Fourth Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 2L3 (lawyer, webmaster, computer specialist, accountant, ♥ Vaccinations 613-236-1804 journalist, writer, editor, artist, etc.); ♥ Dental Care • be willing to serve the Board in a variety of capacities. Worship Service ♥ Medical & Surgical Care ♥ Sunday Mornings at 11:00 a.m. 16 Pretoria Avenue Nutritional Counseling Interested parties can contact Valerie Bryce (613) 565-0588 ([email protected]) for further information. Sunday School for ages 3-15 during the service. MICHAEL SPROULE ourOUR businessBUSINESS HOURShours Nursery for 0-2 year olds. May 14 - June 8, 2010 vernissage Friday May 14, at 7 pm Application deadline: Mondays, Tuesdays,Monday Wednesdays to Thursday & Thursdays8:00am - 7:00pm 8:00am - 7:00pm Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm & saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm May 28, 2010, 5:00 p.m. PLeaSe joiN uS everyoNe WeLcoMe Fridays 8:00am - 6:00pm & Saturdays 9:00am - 12:00pm Galerie mckenzie marcotte celebrating 11 great years in the glebe 26 Sully, Wakefield, Quebéc 819-459-3164 www.mckenziemarcotte.ca 4 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 EDITORIAL PAGE LETTERS Glebe Report May 14, 2010 5 Weapons trade show The best in coffee, food returns to Lansdowne and people 175 THIRD AVENUE, OTTAWA, ONTARIO, K1S 2K2 AND P. O. BOX 4794, STATION E, OTTAWA, ONTARIO, K1S 5H9 Editor, Glebe Report Editor, Glebe Report ESTABLISHED 1973 On June 2-3, Ottawa’s fairgrounds in the heart of the Glebe will be abuzz I discovered Roast ‘N Brew at the corner of Bank and Fifth Avenue last Oc- e-mail: [email protected], www.glebereport.ca with thousands of people, but there won’t be a kid in sight. This exhibition at tober when I was shopping for fresh roasted coffee beans. (I’m very particular Lansdowne Park won’t include ferris wheels, haunted houses, cotton candy, or The Glebe Report is a monthly community newspaper with a circulation of 7,000 copies. We receive no government grants or subsidies. about my beans.) Sandra Fresco, co-owner, said that they didn’t sell beans but roller coaster rides. Advertising from merchants in the Glebe and elsewhere pays our bills and printing costs. Copies are delivered free to Glebe homes, and are available at offered me a cup of their brewed coffee. I explained that I don’t do well with However, if you’re looking for weapons, large or small, you’re in the right coffee roasted more than two weeks earlier. I get headaches, unpleasant jitters, many Glebe shops, Brewer Pool, and Glebe and Ottawa South Community Centres. The Glebe Report is printed by Winchester Print. place. This is CANSEC 2010, Canada’s largest arms trade show. Thousands and quite often depression that leaves me feeling life isn’t worth living. Please submit articles to [email protected]. Call 613-236-4955 of buyers, sellers, users and promoters of the latest war technologies will be Sure, I was inviting trouble, but appreciating Sandra’s kind offer, I accepted rubbing shoulders at this huge, private event. The public – of course – is not the dark delicious Columbian. I sipped, then waited for the usual commercial- STAFF THIS ISSUE: Susan Bell, Micheline Boyle, Valerie Bryce, Jennifer EDITOR Julie Houle Cezer, 613-236-4955 invited. coffee-headache to hit. It didn’t. No nasty jitters either. I was impressed. I ADVERTISING MANAGER Judy Field, 613-231-4938 Hein-Islam, Carol MacLeod, Liz McKeen, Josie Pazdzior, Borgny Pearson, What is CANSEC? went back again and again, branching out to cappuccino and some of the best BUSINESS MANAGER Sheila Pocock, 613-233-3047 Dorothy Phillips, Wendy Siebrasse, Rita West CANSEC exhibitors manufacture various cutting-edge technologies from espresso I’ve ever had. Then I tried the food. The food! The Frescos pride CIRCULATION MANAGER Zita Taylor, 613-235-1214 air-launched missiles and armoured battle vehicles, weapons guidance systems themselves on making all the sandwiches, soups, chili, salads, croissants and LAYOUT EDITOR Gwendolyn Best LEGAL ADVISER: Pierre Crichton and other high-tech electronics for the world’s deadliest warplanes, to multi- cookies in their own kitchen. COPY EDITOR McE Galbreath COVER: Coming out in spring by Bhat Boy million dollar gizmos for the militarization of space, and down-to-earth small They specialize in whole wheat pannini sandwiches (grilled veggies or spin- For Glebe Report advertising deadlines and rates, SUB-DELIVERERS: Donna Edwards, Judy Field, Gary Greenwood, arms like automatic weapons, machine guns and tear-gas rifles. ach/feta for us vegetarians and five varieties for meat lovers) and a big selec- call the advertising manager. Advertising rates are for electronic Ginny Grimshaw, Gill Hunter, Christian Hurlow, Sandra Webster, Representatives from some of the world’s most profitable war industries will tion of salads. There are different ones each day. There are always meat and material supplied in PDF format with fonts embedded in the file. Zelda Yule also be browsing the exhibits, looking for Canadian subcontractors to make vegetarian pasta salads as well as fresh fruit and vegetable salads that are as components for major weapons systems that have been used in Iraq, Afghan- beautiful as they are delicious (crunchy broccoli and cranberry, baby spinach Our next deadline is May 28 istan and elsewhere. Military attachés from foreign embassies will probably and sliced strawberries,) Prices are very reasonable. And although I’ve never for both advertising and article submissions. be on hand to see what Canadian corporations have to offer. Most of what been a dessert person, even I have a hard time resisting their Montreal cakes. The next Glebe Report will be out on Friday, June 11, 2010. Canada’s military industries produce is exported, and most of these exports are I’ve gotten to know Sandra and her husband Cedric, and find excuses to go destined for the American market. in just to enjoy their company and conversation. The Frescos’ first career was Business will again be booming at CANSEC this year. The business associa- arts marketing, and promoting local artists is something near and dear to their Views expressed in the articles and letters submitted to the Glebe Report are those of our contributors. tion behind this trade show has never been bigger and now boasts 800 member hearts. The exhibits are always changing. Closed caption news plays silently We reserve the right to edit all submissions. Please note that the paper is published monthly, except July, in a hard copy version. companies. This lobby group – the “Canadian Association of Defence and Se- on a flat screen TV, while jazz plays in the background, computers are wel- An electronic version is subsequently uploaded with text, photos, drawings and advertisements to www.glebereport.ca. curity Industries” – is funded by the Canadian government to promote military come. Roast ‘N Brew has become my favourite place to grab a bite, a great exports. Last year, Defence Minister Peter MacKay told the CANSEC crowd coffee and hang out with some pretty neat people. that Canada’s military budget would increase by 50 per cent to $30 billion by Leanne Levchuk 2027. Pursuing the public interest Notes from the board room Some Glebe History Recently, while reading about the public interest, journalism and the law, Seeking two directors In May 1989, the Glebe saw its biggest peace rally with thousands gather- Three errors in the current I came across the case of Grant v Torstar. In this 2009 ruling, the Supreme The Glebe Report is published by the Glebe Report Association (GRA). ing outside Lansdowne Park to oppose ARMX, a now-defunct Canadian arms Court of Canada acknowledged a defence of “responsible communication” A board of nine directors forms the executive of the GRA. Directors are vol- bazaar. The rally was part of a peace campaign organized by the Coalition to process at Lansdowne for journalists and the media, particularly in instances where allegations of unteers who are elected by the GRA to serve a 3-year term beginning at the Oppose the Arms Trade (COAT). That broad public effort resulted in the City defamation have to be weighed against communications and actions taken in GRA annual general meeting held in mid-June. This June, there will be two of Ottawa’s ban on using municipal facilities to host arms exhibitions. Editor, Glebe Report pursuit of the public interest. As a part of the argument, the ruling emphasized vacancies on the board, and volunteers are being sought to fill those positions. However, because last year city council overturned its 20-year ban on arms The decision to accept a sole source bid does not follow proper procurement not only that free debate of matters of public interest is central to protecting See the advertisement for directors on page 3 or contact vbryce@sympatico. shows, CANSEC is again returning to Lansdowne. In both 1989 and in 2009, procedure to get best value for the taxpayer. freedom of expression and ensuring democratic governance, but that “the vital ca for further information. the Glebe Community Association passed resolutions against using city prop- 1. So it was a bad decision. role of the communications media in providing a vehicle for such debate is Missing Copies erty for arms shows. Citizens from many community groups and religious We are missing four editions of the Glebe Report from our archives, and we An open invitation to develop Lansdowne Park in the form of an RFP will explicitly recognized in the text of” the Charter itself (paragraph 52). organizations are coming together again this year to draw attention to CAN- have the world beating a path to our door (as we witnessed on the small com- So, how are we to define public interest? As noted in Grant v Torstar, the need your help to complete the collection. Missing copies: September, October SEC’s role in fuelling wars around the world. & November, 1982 and February1985. Our archives are very thin before 1990, petition for half the park). public interest is neither simply what interests the public (as in celebrities’ Lansdowne for Peace! It takes but a little effort to run an RFP with a substantial entrance fee of private lives) nor is it predicated on numbers, the public stature of a figure and the GRA would be happy to receive any copy of any edition from 1973 to 1989. Please contact the Editor if you can help. A rally for peace is being planned for Wednesday, June 2, 5-7 p.m. Cit- around $50,000.00 to ensure serious bidders. This falls to the management and or limited, as in other countries, to matters of government or politics. Rather, izens of Ottawa will gather outside Lansdowne Park’s entrance for executive branches. while there is no test or defining list, in Canada, a judge as a matter of law, Ian McKercher, chair of the Board of Directors of the Glebe Report Association. inspiring music and great speakers. One peace activity during the CANSEC 2. So the decision on the current process was lacking the effort required need only find that “some segment of the community would have a genuine weapons trade show will be to decorate the fence around CANSEC with im- of their position. interest in receiving information on the subject” to deem the subject to be of aginative anti-war symbols, cartoons, photos, messages of peace and famous And as outlined at the : The right of the inhabitants public interest (paragraph 102). Lady H following a lead quotations. People are invited to bring their contributions for the fence to Lans- to compel the city corporation, that is the city council, as a body, to do its duty, What could be of more immediate public interest to residents and citizens downe Park on June 2. Anti-war symbols and messages are also being col- rests on this: -that the corporation is a trustee for its inhabitants. of Ottawa than factual information about present use and plans for future dis- lected online at a Facebook page called: “Don’t Sit on deFence, Decorate it! If the (City) corporation is a trustee for the inhabitants and must act in their position of major tracts of public land in their neighbourhoods? It seems to me on Surround a War Bazaar with Peace Symbols” best interest, then it is the shareholders (taxpayers) responsibility to challenge that responsible actions taken to ferret out and communicate the truth in these assignment For more information about CANSEC, visit the COAT website: www.coat. when that trust is not maintained. Which is precisely why the entire matter is matters clearly qualify as pursuing the public interest. The editor is ncf.ca before the Superior Court of Ontario. I invite your responses. Richard Sanders If the current proposal had any merit, it would withstand an open competi- Julie Houle Cezer, Editor COAT coordinator tion. Welcome to: Routes available: The failure to submit to such a contest demonstrates the obvious; it is not in Daphne Towers 520 Queen Elizabeth Driveway the best interests of the shareholders (taxpayers). Glebe Avenue, Percy to Lyon (south side) 3. So the majority of councillors and the mayor, by this example, are not Thanks and farewell to: Powell Avenue, Lyon to Percy (even numbers) CORRECTION holding up their end of the contract. Eleanor Thomas Patterson Avenue between O’Connor and Bank, both sides The article on page 20 of the April issue of the Glebe John E. Martin Report was mistakenly entitled “Glebe Household Moves OUR VOLUNTEER CARRIERS Off the Grid.” As published, the article conveyed the errone- Nina & Jasmine Acharya, Jennie Aliman, Tyler, Luke & Claire Allan, Charlie & Sydney Allen, Avril Aubry, Lucy & Thomas Baird, Adrian ous idea that the solar photovoltaic project being described had “gone off the grid.” In fact, the electricity generated from Where to find the Glebe Report Becklumb, Inez Berg, Mary Lou Bienefeld, Daisy & Nettie Bonsall, Robert & Heidi Boraks, the Bowie family, Emilie Bradley, John Fran- In addition to free home delivery, you can find copies of the Glebe cis Brandon, Susan Brant, the Brown family, Valerie Bryce, Mary Chaikowsky, Alex Clarke, Jack & Will Coffey, the Coodin family, Elizabeth the solar panels on this residence is sold to Ottawa Hydro and Report at Acorn Early Learning Centre, Adishesha Yoga, Arbour, The Ar- Cowan, Scott Cowan, Eleanor Crowder, Sophie Crump, Richard DesRochers, Oscar & Jane Dennis, Tina Dennis, Marilyn Deschamps, the Diek- the family in question continues to buy their electricity from row & the Loon, Berry’s Pet Food, Bloomfields Flowers, Brewer Arena, meyer-Bastianon family, Pat Dillon, Sarah Dingle, the Dingle family, Giuliana, Al, Nina and Olive Di Stefano, Clive Doucet, Nicholas Doucet, Ottawa Hydro. Brewer Pool, Bridgehead, Brittons, Civic Shawarma & Pies, Corpus Chris- Callum Duggan, Trent Duggan, Education for Community Living (GCI), Donna Edwards, Beth Farley, the Faught family, the Ferguson family, ti School, Ernesto’s Barber Shop, First Avenue School, The Flag Shop, Matthew & Esmerelda Fernandes, Judy Field, Hannah & Joseph Fraser, the Good family, Stuart & Andrew Gordon, Gary Greenwood, Ginny Forno Antico, Francesco’s Coffee Company, GamePower, Glashan Public Grimshaw, Emma Gunther, the Hamer-Wilson family, Ellis & Callan Hayman, Matthew Hovey, Eric Hollebone, Gill Hunter, Christian Hurlow, Jack School, Glebe Community Centre, Glebe Fashion Cleaners, Glebe Phar- & Lily Inskip-Shesnicky, Joan Irwin, the Johnston family, Patrick & Joseph Kelly, Carly & Reilly Kimber, Liam Kirkpatrick, Mary & Imre Kovacs, maSave Apo­thecary, Glebe Side Kids, Glebe Smoke Shop, Glebe Tailor- Bonnie Kruspe, the Kuffner family, the Lambert family, Joanne Lucas, Sam & Dawson Lyon, the Macdonald family, Maria MacIntosh, Emily & ing, Glebe Trotters, Glebe Video, Home Natural, Hillary Cleaners, Irene’s Oliver Maddox, the Magner family, Pat Marshall, Madeline & Tara Martin, Gordon McCaffrey, Fiona & Timothy McCarthy-Kennedy, Isaac McGuire, Pub, Isabella Pizza, Jericho Café, Kardish Foods, Kettleman’s Bagel Co., Ellen & John McLeod, Katie Millington, Julie Monaghan, Diane Munier, Sana Nesrallah, Tracy Parish, Tracy, Frank & Spencer Paveck, Alexandra The Annual General Meeting of the Kumon Centre, Lady Evelyn School, Mayfair Theatre, McKeen Metro Pipe, the Pritchard family, the Quinn family, Beatrice Raffoul, Mary & Steve Reid, Carley Richmond-Ward, Hannah & Thomas Rogers, Emile & members of the Glebe Report Association Glebe, Mister Muffler, Morala’s, Mutchmor School, the OCDSB, 107 Sebastien Roy-Foster, Emily & Owen Saar, Myma & Alex Okuda-Rayfuse, Carter & Clara Saunders, Ellen Schowalter, Zachary, Anik, Richard & Liam Seaker, Fourth Avenue Wine Bar, Ottawa Antique Market, The Palisades, The Casimir & Tristan Seywerd, the Short family, Kathy Simons, Judith Slater, Sobriety House—Bill Dalton, Kristen Soo, Victoria, Rebecca, Nicholas & Patrick will take place Pantry, Personal Concepts, Prana Chiropractic, RBC/Royal Bank, Reflec- Spiteri, the Stephenson family, Mrs. Stevenson, Alex & Claire Stoney, Joanne Sulek, JC Sulzenko, Alexandra Sunderland, Karen Swinburne, Eric & Steven at the Glebe Community Centre tions, The Royal Oak, 7-11, St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Scotiabank, Swinkels, Ruth Swyers, Emmet & Niamh Taylor, John & Maggie Thomson, Daphne Towers, the Trudeau family, Caroline Vanneste, the Veevers family, Second Cup, Silver Scissors, Slaysh, Spa Royale, Starbucks, Subway, Sophie Veronneau, Ward Walker, Katja & Tanja Webster, Sandra Webster, the Weider family, Paul Wernick, Chantal West, Gillian & Jake Wright, Sue on Monday, June 14, 2010 at 7:15 p.m. Third Avenue Spa, UPS Canada (Fifth Avenue Court), Von’s, Watson’s Ann Wright, Nora Wylie, the Young-Smith family, Zelda Yule. Pharmacy and Wellness Centre, W Hair, The Wild Oat and Yarn Forward The public is welcome. & Sew-On. CALL Zita Taylor at 613-235-1214, e-mail: [email protected], if you are willing to deliver a route for us. 6 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 GNAG NEWS Glebe Report May 14, 2010 7 Summer is our speciality Rockin’ Benefit for families touched by Glebe fires at GNAG By Tina Dennis Olympic skier Ryan Semple at I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the Glebe Community Centre of the businesses and bands that made our Rockin’ – June 3, 7 p.m. Benefit at the Glebe Community Centre a great Ryan Semple, Olympic alpine skier success. and current Canadian champion, will Without bands, Full Tipped Sleeve, Birds On give a free motivational talk about what Wire, Four Wheeled Tricycle, T42, Btd, Contrast, it takes to be a champion and achieve Big Mojo and Another Round, we would not have your dreams – no matter what they are. had such amazing entertainment. These bands not Mary Semple will be in the Glebe Commun- only played for free, but helped with advertising. Tsai- ity Centre main hall at 7 p.m. on Thurs- A special thank you to Don Davies who provided Davies day, June 3. most of the equipment and also stayed along with Ryan grew up in the Glebe and at- Derek from First Quality Sound for the day and tended Ashbury. His lifelong passion evening to help with the sound system. for skiing began at the age of three The following local businesses gave very gen- on the slopes of Mont Blanc, north of Montreal. The first hint of his talent erously: GNAG, First Quality Sound, McKeen emerged at age six, when he entered a local ski race and walked away with the Metro Glebe, Jerome Photography, The UPS best overall time and a cheque for $100. In need of a bigger challenge, Ryan store, Irene’s Pub & Restaurant, Nicastro’s, 107 was encouraged to take on a larger mountain, and at age 11, he found a new Fourth Avenue Wine Bar, The Mud Oven, Glebe home base at Mont Tremblant, under the seasoned guidance of Conrad Guay. Trotters, The Works, Kaleidoscope Kids’ Books, Ryan trained with Guay’s son, Erik, and Julien Cousineau – two close friends Glebe Meat Market, Cisco , The who forced him to raise his game, and who would later go on to international Papery, The MVP Lounge, Loblaws, The Flight success themselves. Centre, C. A. Paradis, Third Avenue Spa, Bloom- Accomplishments came quickly for Ryan, with triumphs at Whistler Cup fields Flowers, Feleena’s, The Arrow & Loon, Taj events and a spot on the National Ski Team by 2000. But the highs in Ryan’s Mahal, Starbucks, Café Morala, Zellers, The Cor- career have been matched by some serious challenges. Still, although two ner, Ottawa Folklore Centre, Thann, CivicShawar- major hip operations in the last two years have been a setback, the injuries ma, Dollar-It, Bridgehead, Second Cup, Capital strengthened Ryan’s resolve, and he raced for Canada at the 2010 Olympics. Home Hardware. We also received a helping hand He continues to train around the world, living out of his suitcase nine months from individuals: D. Grandeur. Clive Doucet, and of the year in pursuit of his dreams. Ingrid Argyle. Contrast Photos: Soo Hum GNAG’s East Coast Lobster Kitchen Party Last, but definitely not least, the people who Join us for lobster season at the Second Annual Lob- helped the fundraiser take shape and run seamless- ster Kitchen Party and Live Entertainment at the ly: Mary Tsai-Davies, who upon hearing the idea, Glebe Community Centre on Thursday, May 27. offered the Glebe Community Centre, her exper- Enjoy PEI natives and musical talents Bran- tise, her team (Clare Rogers and Paul O’Donnell), don Gillis, Jennifer Higgs and friends. They and a donation towards expenses. She was avail- are back once again to perform able 24 hours a day – and I think I emailed/called their East Coast Folk-Rock foot her 24 hours a day. She did a smashing good job stompin’ music. If you have as the emcee for the night too!! been to Cavendish, you may have A wonderful group of women helped with all as- been charmed by Gilbert Blythe pects of preparation up to and including the entire and Josie Pye of Avonlea played by evening: Shauna Guilfoyle, Christy Scharf, Dan- Brandon and Jennifer. ielle Breton and Daphne Towers. Martha Bowers, Tickets are $50 which includes a full Amy Towers and the other GNAG staff generous- buffet dinner, featuring a 1 ¼ lb. lobster ly helped for the evening. Megan Malloy had the with garlic butter and all the fixins: lobster awesome job of tallying the money as it came in. poutine, corn on the cob, a variety of mouth EST B If I’ve left anyone out, I’m truly sorry – everyone Birds on Wire Derek from First Quality Sound stands before watering salads, fresh baked bread topped off was indispensible. Full Tipped Sleeve with seasonal strawberry short cake. We were lucky to have Meaghan Quinn and Tay- All the fabulous eats are provided and prepared by Jim Foster of the Pelican lor Mah present to speak about their experiences Fishery And Grill, www.pelicanfisheryandgrill.com, 1500 Bank Street, 613- after the fire on Monk Street. 526-0995. Even though the events that brought us to this Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a cash bar. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. evening were sad, we all had a rockin’ good time. Summer is GNAG’s Specialty After expenses, over $2,200 was handed over GNAG has the best line up of camps in the city. The only problem is which to the GCA to distribute to those who lost their one to choose – they are all so good. We are thrilled to welcome back our in- homes in the fire. Not bad for a fun night of music, credible team of summer staff and we have a few new stars to add to the mix. dancing and great raffle prizes. Tim Lamothe and Amelia Keene are here to train our future leaders at Glebe Three of the organizers, Tina Dennis, Shauna Four Wheeled Tricycle Leadership. Alison O’Connor will dazzle your children with Kinder Theatre, Guilfoyle and Danielle Breton Kinder Arts and Girls Day Out. You will also find Ali in the deep woods dur- ing our camping adventure camps; improve your artistic skills with Art Camp COMPUTER HELP IN YOUR HOME coordinator, Mariah Stassen; dance with Kailena Van de Nes and Katie Eaton in the ever-popular GNAG Dance Camp. McKercher Renovations Inc. Food coordinator Stephanie Stewart will satisfy your taste buds during the WE COME TO YOU TO fIx Galloping Gourmet, Food & Garden and Farming camps. Have a musical the- Interior/Exterior Residential COMPUTER PRObLEMs. atre itch? Become a rising star with Director Steph in our Musical Theatre is a highly Camp. Complete Renovation & Design Services Compu-Home Are you attending a half-day specialty camp this summer like tennis, Lego regarded family business located or pottery? Maybe you just want a half-day of diversion in the summer time. right near you. Service is honest, Look no further. GNAG has set up a brand-new, knock your socks off, can’t 370 First Avenue, Ottawa ON K1S 2H1 reliable, affordable and prompt. 613-731-5954 get enough, “Other Half” specialty camp, introducing the ‘funnest’ team in Telephone (613) 237-0128 town, Erin Popadenytz, Jordan Davies and Lola Oluwafemi. They will guaran- HOW CaN WE HELP YOU? tee your “Other Half” will be the best half of your summer. • Computer slowdowns Other familiar faces that make our camps extra special this summer are • Problems with Internet connections Devon Jones, Christian Halloway, Alena Hope-Gregory, Adam Austen, Nathan Slick & Sassy • Spam, spyware and security programs Rogers. Majella Trucotte, Sophie Latreille, Ian Dudley, Bruce Jones, Paul • Setting up and maintaining home and office networks O’Donnell and myself. How lucky are we to spend the summer with your 613-236-2662 • Printer problems kids! • Helping plan, purchase and use new computer equipment Check out our website at www.gnag.ca to see the full list of fantastic camps Same Friendly Service - • Transferring and backing up data this summer. There are still spaces left so register today, don’t wait till it’s too • Using new digital cameras late. Different location • Coaching Mary Tsai-Davies 91 Main Street 613-233-8713 In Ting Beauty Shop 613-731-5954 www.gnag.ca [email protected], [email protected] Offering Hair and Sewing Services [email protected] Facebook group: GNAG Will pick up and deliver sewing jobs Malcolm and John Harding 8 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 LANSDOWNE PARK LANSDOWNE PARK Glebe Report May 14, 2010 9 Lansdowne Park history La Saint-Jean-Baptiste Designs to be released for its early days as a motor-tourist et le parc Lansdowne Lansdowne Park this month camping ground IL NEGOZIO Jean-Claude Dubé Pour contrecarrer l’influence lin- BY Jean-Claude Dubé guistique et religieuse d’organisations Fête en 1885 ethniques sous les bannières de Saint NICASTRO In 1929, some time before the “Black Tuesday” Wall Street Crash of Oct 29, En 1885, la Société Saint-Jean- Georges, de Saint André et de Saint 792 Bank Street · (613) 237.3209 and the ensuing Great Depression that blighted the entire world, the grounds of Baptiste, organisation patriotique Patrice, l’Eglise catholique du Can- Lansdowne Park and the Coliseum were getting ready for the biggest car show regroupant les Canadiens-français ada français ne tarda pas d’abriter ses Fruit and Vegetable Market to ever happen in Ottawa. It was reported in the Ottawa Citizen that one in catholiques de l’époque, tenait une ouailles sous les ailes de cette organi- every 25 households in the city owned an automobile. The anticipated rush to assemblée de trois jours à Ottawa sation patriotique et chrétienne, tout Part of the Glebe Family Since 1999 purchase a car was due to the profitable transactions that traders had made on avec une journée entière dévouée à en s’assurant que les idées révolu- the stock market that year. For the first time, the entire floor of the Coliseum, un pique-nique et activités sportives tionnaires de l’époque n’y prennent normally used for horse shows, was being used to display the latest designs of au parc Lansdowne. pas place. the automobile manufacturers. At that time, there were 40 car manufacturers La fête débuta le 24 juin avec une Le parc Lansdowne de 1885 in Canada and the United States. Banks would lend money to buy houses, not messe célébrée en la Basilique Notre cars. General Motors and the DuPont Company created the General Motors Le parc Lansdowne était un endroit Arriving Daily! Dame, suivie le lendemain d’une pa- idéal pour une rencontre de ces di- Acceptance Company (GMAC) and changed the entire credit mechanism. Just rade de chars allégoriques circulant before the Big Crash, cars were selling like hotcakes, mostly all on credit. verses Sociétés Saint-Jean-Baptiste dans la basse-ville et la haute-ville Motels had not yet been invented and the private sector had also not yet venant de tous les coins du pays. En Local d’Ottawa et finalement, le troisième woken up to the lucrative business prospects of motor tourist campgrounds 1885, les édifices que nous y con- jour, par une grande fête champêtre and hotels. At the time, accommodations were near railway stations or on town naissons présentement n’existaient Asparagus squares. However, to its credit, Ottawa took it upon itself to attract the tourist au parc Lansdowne. Étaient présents, pas. Il y avait plusieurs bâtiments trade by opening a motor tourist campground at Lansdowne Park in 1926. In des délégués des Sociétés Saint- construits en bois pour exposer les from Gourmet Acres fact, the Ottawa Citizen of July 21, 1925 had stated: “Lansdowne Park is a Jean-Baptiste venant d’Oswego (état produits de la ferme et les activ- Photo: WieneckeD. J. de New York), Battleford (Territoires ités d’organisations féminines, cul- Greely, Ontario mecca of tourists. ... Lansdowne Park is becoming more and more of a popular By June Creelman camping ground for tourists who visit the Capital.” du Nord-Ouest, maintenant Sas- turelles et rurales. En plus, dans ce The Lansdowne Park campground flourished and attracted visitors from all katchewan), Winnipeg, Sherbrooke, parc public avec vocation agricole On May 20, the City of Ottawa will release the five designs submitted for over the United States and Canada. On July 22, 1927, three men from St. Trois-Rivières et Lac Saint-Jean. et fermière, se trouvaient des écu- the ‘urban park’ (the third of Lansdowne Park near the canal). About one week Petersburg, Florida, had pitched their tent on the Lansdowne Park camping Il y avait aussi des représentants de ries, des porcheries, des poulaillers, later, the design for the rest of Lansdowne (the stadium and the commercial/ grounds after arriving from Montreal. Later, they reported the theft of their l’Union Saint-Joseph de Montréal, des enclos pour les moutons et des residential development) will be released. Coming Soon! camping equipment to the Ottawa police, not knowing that a friend had put de Saint-Hyacinthe et de Lawrence, granges pour les bêtes à corne. Les The city has promised public consultation on the urban park proposals May it in a safe place (it must have been a slow day at the Ottawa Citizen’s news Massachusetts. Tout ceci a été décrit écuyers, vachers et autres gardiens 21-31 and that there will be public input on the rest. Given the short time desk.). In 1931, the city built a general purpose building that had a dining room, dans l’Ottawa Citizen des 22, 25 et habitaient pour la plupart dans les frame, it is clear opportunities for public consultation will be limited. City Local a kitchen, with showers and lavatories on either side and situated it beside a 27 juin 1885 avec le reportage du 25 refuges de leurs charges. Puisqu’il staff will table its report to council on June 9 (eight working days after the community hall. The camping grounds thus became a permanent fixture. juin en français, sur deux colonnes, n’y avait pas d’eau courante, les bêtes whole site plan is revealed) and council is scheduled to vote on Lansdowne in Strawberries Had it not been for World War II and all of Lansdowne Park being com- plein page, à la une. Le périodique s’abreuvaient probablement dans a session beginning June 23. In other words, councillors plan to make a deci- mandeered by the Canadian Armed Forces, the evolution of Lansdowne Park de Hull donna un coup de chapeau l’anse provenant du Canal Rideau sion on a hugely complex and expensive project less than a month after they from Gourmet Acres as a community-oriented public park might have taken a better path than it has au Citizen pour ce geste courtois et qui, n’étant pas alors emmuré, n’était see it. This is to take place without the normal committee review process. It’s en fait qu’un vaste fossé qu’on avait done for the past 50 years. conciliatoire. a discouraging and undemocratic process; but remember, it is not a done deal. Greely, Ontario inondé à partir de l’étang Dow. We expect that the design teams will come up with some creative plans for Jean-Claude Dubé is a professor emeritus of history at the University of Ot- Rébellion du Nord-ouest Sur le terrain se trouvaient des the urban park. Unfortunately, their designs will be limited by the fact they are tawa. Il faut dire que 1885 a été une année champs pour les jeux tels que la- working on only a fraction of the site. Design teams of this calibre should have des plus troublante pour les Cana- crosse, balle et ballon. Il y avait un been asked to envisage a design for all of Lansdowne Park. It does not make diens. La Rébellion du Nord-ouest kiosque à musique, des bancs, des sense to have a significant site like Lansdowne Park designed in a fragmented éclata en Saskatchewan au mois de tables et des gradins au bord de la way. mars 1885 lorsque Louis Riel rentra piste pour les courses de chevaux, les But whatever you feel about design, do not let it divert your attention from de son exil au Montana. Des troupes courses à pieds et autres démonstra- the fundamental issues of finances, governance and transportation/parking re- furent dépêchées d’Ottawa à Winni- tions d’habileté et de prouesse. lated to the Lansdowne Park development. Most of Lansdowne Park is being peg en aussi peu que neuf jours sur la Le tramway électrique n’étant pas turned over to commercial use in a sole-source deal with developers. Taxpay- voie ferrée nouvellement construite encore été inventé, on accédait en ers will pay $130 million (plus interest) for a stadium located far from rapid dans le nord Onta-rien. La bataille groupe au parc Lansdowne par omni- transit, and control of the site will be given over to a municipal services cor- et défaite épique de Batoche eu lieu bus, par charrette ou par chalands à poration. en mai, Louis Riel fut arrêté et son charbon-vapeur ou halés par des procès débuta le 20 juillet 1885. Vingt bœufs sur les rives. Tell the Lansdowne Story I know that everyone (including me) is tired of talking about Lansdowne. milles personnes se rassemblèrent sur Tel que rapporté dans l’Ottawa But in May and June, it is time to speak out again. The only way to change le Champs de Mars à Montréal pour Citizen du 27 juin 1885, la rencontre the conversation on Lansdowne Park is through widespread, grassroots citizen réclamer la libération de Riel. Neuf des Sociétés Saint-Jean-Baptiste au action. So when you are at work, or with friends and family from other neigh- jours après que le dernier clou de la parc Lansdowne en cette année a été bourhoods, tell the Lansdowne story: this is a story that began when a public voie ferrée du Canadien Pacifique fut un grand succès. Il est possible que la déroute de parti Conservateur au competition to create a great city park was cancelled and which may end with enfoncé en Colombie-Britannique, the city giving away public land rent free for 30 years for a shopping complex. Louis Riel est pendu à Regina. Cin- Québec après la pendaison de Louis Riel en 1885 ait été conçue au parc It is a tale which will have an unhappy ending for taxpayers whose taxes will quante milles personnes, portant le go up to cover a risky financial deal for a stadium with limited accessibility brassard noir du deuil, se rassem- Lansdowne sous l’ombre des érables qui n’y existent plus. and insufficient parking. blèrent de nouveau sur le même Tell this story to people who come to our neighbourhood for the Great Glebe Champs de Mars. Cercle de lecture de l’Amicale francophone Garage Sale, Race weekend or the New Art Festival; and tell it to others when 2010 Fondation de la Société La prochaine réunion du Cercle you visit their neighbourhoods because it is their story too. Saint-Jean-Baptiste de lecture de l’Amicale francophone What else can you do? Annual Shopping Guide La Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste d’Ottawa aura lieu le mardi 15 juin, • Write letters to editors, call in to phone shows, participate in social Now Available in Store! d’alors n’était pas l’organisation de 19 heures, en la salle paroissiale de media. séparatistes québécois qu’on connaît l’église Southminster avec entrée sur • Contact your elected representatives at all levels of government. de nos jours. Elle avait été fondée en la rue Galt. L’auteure Andrée Chris- 1834 par Ludger Duvernay qui sou- • Make this an election issue: ask all candidates where they stand on tensen sera présente pour participer à Lansdowne Park. haitait unir les Canadiens de l’époque la discussion de son roman « Depuis dans un même sentiment national toujours, j’entendais la mer ». • Volunteer to help ([email protected]). qui conduirait à une réforme poli- • Watch for events and activities organized by Friends of Lansdowne (the Pique-nique de la Saint-Jean tique i.e. que les membres des con- On vous propose aussi un pique- city-wide coalition). Check the GCA website for links. seils législatifs soient élus et que les nique de la Saint-Jean, le samedi, ministres ainsi que le budget soient 19 juin au parc Sylvia Holden. On sous le contrôle de ces élus. Il avait se rencontrera entre 12 h et 14 h et choisi le 24 juin 1834 pour convier on discutera tout probablement de Public Meeting une soixantaine de personnes franco- l’avenir du parc Lansdowne. Ce sera Thursday, June 17, Lansdowne Park phones et anglophones pour discuter un pique-nique à la bonne franquette de l’avenir du peuple canadien et de et les enfants sont invités. Apportez The Friends of Lansdowne Park will hold a public meeting on the la façon de gouverner le pays. vos chaises et votre bouffe. planned development of Lansdowne Park on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in Salon A at the Civic Centre at Lansdowne Park. The meeting is co-sponsored by the GCA and the Citizens, and Old Ottawa East Community Associations. Bank Street at Second Avenue 613-234-6353 10 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 COUNCILLOR’S REPORT MPP’S REPORT Glebe Report May 14, 2010 11 A tale of three motions More affordable medications 420 rue Cooper Street, Ottawa, chance to state how they want busi- for Ontarians Ontario, K2P 2N6 ness conducted with their tax dol- affordable. It is for these reasons that lars? This motion was not carried as groups including the Ontario Federa- a majority of my colleagues felt that tion of Labour, the Ontario Hospital WE ARE LOOKING FOR BOARD MEMBERS! only they should decide whether a Association, the Ontario Teachers In- competitive process was to be used surance Plan and the Canadian Asso- CCHC serves the communities of Centretown, the Glebe and at Lansdowne, not the public. ciation of Retired Persons (CARP), Old Ottawa South. We want our Board to represent our communities and The third motion asked for an- Councillor an advocacy group for Canadian sen- so are looking for people of different culture, language, gender, other question to be put on the bal- iors, support the reforms. ability, sexual identity and age. If you are interested in becoming LocaLLy Produced Clive lot in the 2010 election: “Should the MPP We value the services our pharma- involved as a volunteer on our Board, phone Alison De Linden at Doucet City of Ottawa commission a study Yasir cists provide for Ontarians. That is 233-4443 ext. 2106 for more information. including details as to how de-amal- Fruit, Vegetables, Meats, Naqvi why we will immediately raise the gamation could be effected, to be re- New directors will be elected at CCHC’s AGM on June 24, 2010. dispensing fee for drugs and will Baking, arts and crafts It was the best of times, it was the viewed by City Council by January To be on the ballot, nomination applications worst of times. 25, 2011?” This question could have Recently, our government an- move forward with a new $100 mil- must be received by June 11, 2010 at 4:45 p.m. - Charles Dickens been used as a means of starting a nounced some important reforms lion fund that would compensate Nominations will also be accepted from the floor at the AGM. discussion on how the shortcomings to the prescription drug system that pharmacists directly for additional On April 14, I advanced three mo- of amalgamation could be addressed. lower the cost of generic drugs for clinical services they provide. Every One Matters. Photo: Karin Mahoney tions at Ottawa City Council. The For instance, many local areas in the all Ontarians. These changes will al- These reforms are about offering response speaks volumes about the city feel decisions are forced on them low us to improve patient care and Ontarians more choice in medica- Sunday May 9th to November 21st challenges we face in the political by other parts of the city. This is a increase funding to the health care tions and enabling pharmacists to Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Sunday (Open Rain or Shine) arena to reduce our taxes. common complaint in rural, urban system as a whole. provide more high-quality health Food Court open for our customer’s convenience and enjoyment The objective of the first motion and suburban areas which were all Pharmaceuticals are essential to care. So far, the changes we made Horse and wagon rides every Sunday (weather permitting). was to reduce municipal tax increas- more autonomous before amalgama- our health care system – they prevent in 2006 to the drug system in On- Thursday June 17th to October 7th es. The motion proposed that the tion. Giving people more local con- unnecessary surgeries, lessen the tario have resulted in over $1 bil- you say jump... Long Range Financial Plan Working trol should be an appealing thing for impact of injury, and treat disease. Hours 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. every Thursday (Open Rain or Shine) lion in savings. This is a billion dol- Group “review ways that the 2011 many people. If it isn’t, at least we To access this care, we rely on phar- lars that have been reinvested in the Saturday Market November 6th, 13th, 20th budget development process be ad- would have a definitive answer to macists. Pharmacists play a key role system, allowing us to add 97 new WE SAY HOW HIGH ? Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Saturday (Open Rain or Shine) justed to give priority to all Transpor- those who complain about the new in the delivery of health care in our brand name, 53 new generic, and 38 tation and Transit projects and servi- larger city. The sky’s the limit with Allegra Print & Imaging. We provide Food Court open for our customer’s convenience and enjoyment community, providing essential care, new cancer drugs to our formulary. a full array of exceptional services, customized to meet your Horse and wagon rides every Saturday (weather permitting). ces that will in the short, medium, I was surprised that many of my support and advice on a daily basis. This is a billion dollars that we were and long term reduce the overall colleagues refused to support these print and graphics communications goals. Allegra offers These reforms will ensure that phar- able to use to hire more doctors and digital and offset printing, in beautiful full colour and in black FREE PaRkiNg motions because they were all about operating costs required by the City macists are compensated directly for nurses, build hospitals, and perform and white. Posters, banners as well as design and creative Present your parking ticket to the info tent at the Market reducing taxes. It’s clear that if we of Ottawa to deliver these services.” the services they provide. more surgeries. services, we do it all! 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The status low cost services are, just as the first our proposed changes is to elimin- with two sites, and nearly doubling quo for Ottawa in transportation has step to changing our city’s govern- ate the “professional allowances” the size of the Montfort Hospital. been to add 150 to 200 kilometres ance structure to a more effective that generic drug companies pay Just 20 years ago, 32 cents of every of new roads each year and more form is commissioning a study to pharmacies to stock their products. dollar spent on government pro- express buses. These are the kinds figure out how some type of decen- Generic manufacturers indicated grams was spent on health care. To- of projects and services where costs tralization could be effected. paying more than $750 million in day, health care spending is 46 cents, are rising much faster than revenues. These motions weren’t radical: 1) professional allowances to Ontario and in twelve years, it could be 70 Our road network, for example, has let’s advantage things that reduce pharmacies based on last year’s cents. We must now begin a serious quadrupled in the same time our long term expenses ahead of those reporting period. Ministry audits dialogue with Ontarians so that the population has doubled – so each that don’t; 2) let’s confirm that a ma- uncovered that the system of pro- health system – and all our vital pub- year, it’s costing us more to serve jority is comfortable with non-com- fessional allowances has also been lic services – are there for our chil- each inhabitant. petitive big projects; and 3) let’s take open to abuse by some pharmacies dren and grandchildren. The second motion was that the a look at what’s working or not with and wholesalers. We want to continue the good work following question be placed on the amalgamation. By eliminating professional allow- we have already started and give On- Municipal Ballot during the 2010 Coffee with Clive ances, we would lower the cost of tarians a more accessible, open and election: “Should the City of Ot- Please note that May will be the generic drugs by at least 50 per cent fair health care system. These re- tawa have a competitive process for last month for Coffee with Clive and for Ontario’s public drug programs, forms will increase your access to the disposition of Lansdowne Park?” so Thursday May 20 will be the last employer drug plans and for people affordable medications and improve Both sides on the Lansdowne debate Coffee with Clive in the Glebe at the who pay for prescription drugs out health care services. have claimed a silent majority on Wild Oat on Bank Street from 9-10 of their own pockets. As a result, For more information on these re- their side. 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Register online at www.brysonfarms.com 12 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 MP’S REPORT GCA Glebe Report May 14, 2010 13 Create Your Canada Support your community DESIGN speak up and be heard association in the Glebe Sweet Spring at... CONSULTATION encouraging high school students will be working with BUGs and lo- to develop their own bill ideas for cal residents to evaluate how the gar- Parliament’s consideration. This con- den works in this new setting. If you test is open to youth living in the Ot- are interested in helping out with this tawa Centre riding. The winning stu- evaluation, email us at environment dent will have his/her bill presented @glebeca.ca. RENOVATION in the House of Commons and will We are also busy getting ready for 151B Second Ave. (just steps from Bank St.) MP be invited to spend a day on Parlia- our annual general meeting on Tues- day, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Glebe 613-233-7277 Paul ment Hill to present his/her bill idea Caroline to the Canadian public at an official Community Centre. Elsewhere in Dewar Vanneste this paper you will find an adver- ADCOR press conference. Your original Glebe cupcakerie CONSTRUCTION The Create Your Canada initia- tisement for new board members It is often said that young people tive was first developed in 2008 by May is the GCA’s busiest but best for the GCA. We have a few mem- All products made and baked right on premises do not care about politics. However, my NDP colleague Nathan Cullen, month. Hopefully, a friendly neigh- bers stepping down and are seeking bourhood canvasser has already new GCA members to help us out. Large + Small Renovations I would say it is quite the opposite. (member of Parliament for Skeena- www.secondavenuesweets.ca Young people throughout the coun- Bulkley Valley). Participants submit- knocked on your door and asked you Let us know if you are interested or Kitchens and Washrooms try and here in Ottawa are constantly ted a wide range of ideas, including to join the GCA. If not, they’ll be out if you just want some more informa- finding their own ways to make a a proposal for federal funding to until the end of the month. After that, tion. In addition to the satisfaction Decks and Porches difference. Whether it’s by individ- create bike lanes across Canada, put you can join at the Glebe Commun- of knowing that you are helping to ually volunteering in the commun- forward in the House of Commons ity Centre. You can also print a copy improve your neighbourhood, being All Work Guaranteed ity, or organizing fundraising efforts as Bill C-400 An Act to promote the of the registration form from our on the board can also be lots of fun. songwriting workshop and making personal sacrifices such development of bicycle paths, and a website, and drop it off with your $5 We make sure we mix in some social Saturday, June 6th Fully Licensed Tradesman time – often at one of our many great as with the recent 30 Hour Famine proposal to place a ban on asbestos at the centre. It’s a bit less convenient 1-3pm • $20 members $25 non. Workers Comp + Full insurance at Glebe Collegiate Institute, young exports from Canada, Bill C-399 An than paying online, but with our low Glebe restaurants – with all of the people are not only engaged in cre- Act to amend the Canadian Environ- membership fees it’s really not worth work that we do. Design + Architechtural Services ating change, they offer unique solu- mental Protection Act (asbestos). the administrative fees to set up an In addition to board elections, the Cori tions and perspectives that are needed The aim of this contest is not simply online donation system. Besides, this annual general meeting is a great time Brewster 20 years in Business by our community. to inform and educate young people way you get to see some neighbours to see some of your neighbours, talk Unfortunately, policy makers and about the issues facing Canada, and and visit the heart of our community, to your councillor, hear what the GCA Eve Superior Workmanship elected representations too often those before the House of Commons, which is what we are all about. has been up to for the past year and eat some great snacks from The Pan- Goldberg overlook the views of the youth in but to demonstrate the value of ideas After a record-setting five com- Cori is an award-winning Alberta our society, and in some cases, their and civic participation in a very real munity consultation meetings in the try. This year, we’ll also be including Eve draws on traditional and contem- songwriter whose most recent album References Provided porary folk, blues, country, and jazz to “Buffalo Street” features songs future wellbeing. When it comes to way. Young people are not simply the month of April, we’re going easy on a fun event called “Name That Hood.” create compelling songs that have the based on her family’s long history in some of the biggest issues facing future of this country, they are active you this month. At time of writing, we Many years ago, the GCA broke the hallmark of classics. the Banff, Alberta area. citizens today. It’s time to encourage only have one scheduled. On May 26 Glebe up into six zones, which were What makes a song work? In this interactive workshop, Cori Brewster and Eve Goldberg will look at the Contact Shane Adsett @ 613.265.4454 Canadian society, such as climate art, the craft, and the mystery of songwriting through demonstration and discussion. Join them for an change, health care and education, them to become more involved in at 6:30 p.m. at the Glebe Community subsequently broken up further into inspiring and informative afternoon of creativity and fun! Participants are asked to bring a song in pro- it is clear that the ideas and per- politics at the federal level. Centre, the City of Ottawa is host- sub-zones. This allows us to share cess or song fragment (as short as you want!) to share with the group. Bring your instrument of choice Free Estimates too! Piano provided. spectives of young people are vital I look forward to hearing about ing a public information session re- work more equitably, stay organized, www.ofcmusic.ca to creating lasting and effective the various issues that young people garding the construction on Glendale and ensure that we have represen- change. are passionate about and the creative Avenue (cul de sac to Chamberlain tation on the board from across the OFC Music 1 1 1 1 Bank St. 613-730-2887 In my time as a member of Par- ways to take these ideas and make Avenue) and Chamberlain Avenue neighbourhood. But do you know liament, I have made it a priority to them real. Contest resources and (Glendale Avenue to Lyon Street). your sub-zone? Do you know where foster a dialogue with the youth of guidelines can be found online on The reconstruction of the watermain, 3A is? How about 6B? Nope – didn’t Ottawa. It is with this in mind that my website www.pauldewar.ca. Sub- sewer and road is scheduled to com- think so. Well, the GCA board mem- TIRED OF I have launched the Create Your missions are to be sent via email to mence this summer and is expected bers can’t remember the zones either, Canada contest, with the goal of [email protected]. to last for the full construction sea- and some of us have been involved in The Ottawa Tennis & Lawn Bowling Club DULL, YELLOW son. More information is available this for years. So thanks to an amus- Paul Dewar on our website or by emailing traffic ing email to the GCA that provided Your cottage in the city TEETh? 613-946-8682 @glebeca.ca. the inspiration, we are going to give www.pauldewar.ca Daily from May, June, July, August, September...to Thanksgiving For a whiter, brighter smile Of course, at the end of the month these sub-zones real names. While (on Saturday, May 29, rain or shine) confirming names and addresses for in less than an hour is everyone’s favourite Glebe event, our email list, one resident indicated the Great Glebe Garage Sale. The that he would like to remain on the Call Piano, Woodwind and RCM Theory Lessons GCA is planning some special things list, but that he didn’t live in Area 2B. Confident Smiles for this year as we celebrate our 25th He said he lived in SOFA: South of 18 TENNIS COURTS Dental Hygiene & Preparatory, Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Royal annual sale, so keep an eye out for Fifth Avenue. What a great and clev- POOL us. And don’t forget to donate 10 per er name. And it’s so much easier to Tooth Whitening Conservatory of Music theory, beginner flute, clarinet, cent of your sale proceeds to the Ot- remember than 2B. I also live in the VOLLEYBALL oboe and piano for students or adults in the Glebe. tawa Food Bank. This has been our Glebe SOFA, and that’s the name I’ll CAFÉ Boost confidence & self-esteem charity since the inception of the sale, be voting for on June 8. Instructor 25+ years experience, Master of Music, and they really count on us to help Do you have ideas on names for Make a great first impression Bachelor of Education, A.R.C.T. 613-291-6028 them out. Also, drop by the newly other zones? If so, email them to us. Fun, friends and fitness...all in one installed Bytowne Urban Gardens We’ll add them to our website, and beautiful location! $149. (BUGs) garden in Glebe Memorial choose the best of them at the meet- • Friday Night BBQ’s from May 7 ing. I’m looking forward to seeing (includes touch up pen) Park (also known as Glendale Park) • for their grand opening. The GCA you then. POOL Opening Day is May 22 • Junior Summer CAMP begins June 28 Call for a free consultation Caroline Vanneste [email protected] New and experienced players are always welcome! Special Michelle Black RDH www.glebeca.ca rates apply for First-Time tennis members. Registered Dental Hygienist Facebook group: Glebe Community Association Online registration is open for Camp, Tennis 613-799-2633 and Pool memberships. 166 Second Ave. Pay less Ontario HST—signup in May! 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At this meet- Finally city council will vote whether or not to designate. the summer months. ing, it became clear that the com- Questions and feedback about the “This type of com- munity wanted further consultation proposed designation can be sent to mercial activity does a – a010000 before the plan moved forward. City d [email protected] or lesley.col- not appear to be con- staff will hold a second public con-

ana [email protected]. To review the draft C sultation on June 16 at 7 p.m. at the sistent with the com- study and plan visit www.glebeca. munity park concept Glebe Community Centre. At this Ian meeting staff will address questions ca/committees/heritage/heritage.

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A html. More information about dis- McKercher and concerns, receive input from number of problems d homeowners, present case studies of trict designations can be found at for neighbourhood www.ottawa.ca/residents/planning/ residents,” said How- approved alterations and show ex- A steering committee consisting rary an built_heritage/designation/districts_ b amples of new construction within of members of the Capital Ward ard Smith, president existing HCDs. en.html. Community (Ottawa South and the of the GCA. Once public consultations are Joan Bard Miller is the chair of the Glebe) had undertaken to investigate A musical com- complete and necessary revisions GCA Heritage Committee. the details of establishing a health edy based on Shake- ourtesy of Li clinic in Capital Ward. The Social speare’s MacBeth C Action Committee of the GCA had had just ended a Central Park circa 1911 organized an information meeting on three night run at By Joan Bard Miller was the first community consultation the topic for May 22, 1980, and had Glebe Collegiate. Under the Ontario Heritage Act, a since the district was first proposed invited experts in the field of social The show titled, It’s municipality can designate a Herit- in 2004. Some wondered what hap- services and community health to Nicer Inverness, was age Conservation District (HCD) if pened in the nearly six-year gap and speak to the issue. an original script by it feels a defined area demonstrates at what stage the process has stalled. The Lansdowne Development Ad- Glebe English De- a common set of unique characteris- From late 2004, when the first visory Committee had endorsed the partment Head Brian public meeting was held to inform a- a013015

tics. HCDs are intended to conserve d proposal in the Glebe Neighbour- Doyle. Over 70 stu- an area’s cultural heritage value. residents of the study, until summer ana hood Plan for a community park in dents and staff were Guidelines are set out to ensure that 2009, very little happened with the C the north-east corner of the Lans- involved in the production. It’s Nicer and female trees observing each other outstanding production, saying “the alterations or new development with- designation process. In the fall of Inverness was set in an imaginary invited the most response. Such lines only obvious clue that it was a high 2009, the new City of Ottawa herit- downe site. The Lansdowne Park ad- in the defined area are sympathetic rchives A age planner, Lesley Collins, began ministration intended to lease space world where witches and McDon- as “I love your cones” and “what a school production was its location. and compatible to the HCD’s charac- d in the Pure Food Building, adjacent ald’s hamburgers existed comfortably hunk of trunk” made the audience Otherwise the show was firm com- ter as defined in the guidelines. work on a draft HCD study and plan. to O’Connor Street, to a group of side-by-side, much to the amusement roar with laughter. Glebe Report re- petition for any professional theatre Concerns about property rights The draft plan includes reasons for rary an businessmen for the purpose of pro- of the audience. A vignette of male viewer B.J.R. Silberman called it an production.” and values as well as the designation designating the area, an evaluation b process were raised at the city’s re- of heritage attributes, delineation of This retrospective is filed monthly by Ian McKercher of the Glebe Historical cent public meeting for the proposed the boundaries and establishment of Society (GHS). The GHS welcomes the donation or loan (for copying) of any Clemow Estates East HCD. The guidelines. In the fall and winter, this ourtesy of Li

Glebe Historical Society Archives item that documents the past in the Glebe (photographs, maps, surveys, news meeting, which took place on March draft underwent review by the GCA C NO Recent Acquisitions articles, posters, programs, memorabilia, etc.). You can contact Ian at 613- 24 at the Glebe Community Centre, Heritage Committee and peer review Patterson’s Creek circa 1911 235-4863 or [email protected].                                                                                16 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 NEWS NEWS Glebe Report May 14, 2010 17

way between Fifth and Holmwood, others? Are there any visual sight- Working class vernacular houses need attention too the street drops sharply in elevation. lines that could be used as points of Because of this variation in topog- reference? What is the social history by Andrew Elliott Susan Hunchuck has noted in her es can be found. Elsewhere, these heated by a box stove, which later raphy, the front portions of many lots of an area? These are some questions Did you know there is working thesis “A House Like No Other: An small houses are of brick construc- would have been replaced by a coal slope down towards the street. that one might want to consider when class housing in the Glebe? Look Architectural and Social History of tion and have a number of interesting furnace when coal became less ex- In some cases front walkways are looking at working class vernacular closely and you will notice small the Ukranian Labour Temple, 523 designs. In the area near Lansdowne, pensive. The house would have steep steps that climb up to the base housing in the Glebe. Though this narrow wood frame or brick houses Arlington Avenue 1923-1967”, that several are still built of wood (some been originally one and a half stor- of a front verandah of a house: in ef- visual frame of Adelaide Street can- with steeply pitched roofs. Some the houses can be defined as “small, are covered in more modern siding) ies. After 1900, it would have been fect, some first floors of houses are not be defined in as tangible a way of them are set well back from the narrow, wood-frame freestanding... and are devoid of many flourishes. raised to two or two and a half stor- already one or even two stories above as other things, it is still historically, street, or almost hidden by much with rectangular L-shaped plan, a A number of fine examples can be eys. Though 51 Adelaide is missing the road! The topography also helps aesthetically and perhaps even cul- larger homes. Walk along Pretoria simple gable roof facing the street, found here: on O’Connor, facing the its front veranda, the front gable bring the other defining feature of the turally important to the streetscape. Avenue, between Bank Street and and a full facade verandah.” Simply community park, or tucked away on has some interesting shingle work street into focus: the Aberdeen Pavil- Combine this factor with the several O’Connor, or along Third Avenue, balloon frame structures, they are Rupert Street and Howick Place. and bargeboard. Over seventy years lion. This fantastic building frames interesting examples of simple ver- between O’Connor and Queen Eliza- about as simple to erect as a fence. Adelaide Street also features later, in the mid-1970s, Miss I.M. the end of the street, giving it one of nacular architecture built by the work- th beth Driveway, and you will see Indeed, a typical two-storey house many good examples. Note the Brown would write to the Glebe Ottawa’s best postcard views. How- ing class of late 19 century Ottawa, them. Walk over to the west side of could be built from start to finish in house near the intersection of Adel- Report and state that she lived in ever, when houses were first built on and you begin to find touchstones by Bank Street, and you will find some as little as six weeks. If you enter any aide and Holmwood, 51 Adelaide. “one of the first houses on Adelaide Adelaide Street, this massive struc- which to preserve a neighbourhood. on Morris Street, Ella Avenue, and of these houses, it is worth noting It dates from the late 1890s, and, Street”, which had been built by ture had not yet been built, and only In the field of heritage preservation, the south side of Fifth Avenue, just their eight-foot ceilings, and compat- like many others, this house would her father “when there were plank Adelaide Street working class houses after 1898 did it begin to dominate working class houses ought to be west of Chrysler Street. ibility with later additions. have had one room downstairs, sidewalks and the bush grew up to the skyline. given the same consideration as our McGee and George Ward – while on according to the Ottawa city direc- much larger brick mansions. Under- In the late 1890s, Glebe house In the southeast corner of the Glebe, three small upstairs bedrooms and a the backyard.” At the time, she com- Postscript the west side, Mary Munro, Samuel appreciated, overlooked, and threat- prices ranged from $1,000 for one of a few of these small vernacular hous- lean-to kitchen at the back. It was plains about the possible expropria- tories of the time, lived members of How do you define an area for Anderson, and John Heppelwhite ened by developers hoping to build these modest frame houses, to $4,000 tion of her house and other houses: the working class: they were listed protection in a heritage conserva- had residences. By 1900, these larger homes, these simple houses for a brick veneer structure that might she says that the “uncertainty over as clerks, labourers and carpenters. tion district? Are there some houses houses had been given numbers, and should be given more attention. have eight or nine rooms, hardwood Lansdowne Park is very distressing. Thomas and Alexander Stoddart, that should get more attention than floors, fireplaces and a stable. These I and my two brothers are on fixed a few more had been built: 7, 9, 11, for example, were pattern makers at houses were built according to what incomes and we could never afford 13 and 36 (sic) on the east side, 10, the Victorian Foundry and Machine was found in pattern books, that can another house with three bedrooms.” 12, 20 and 39 (sic) on the west. For Shops on Lebreton Flats. However, be found throughout North America. The saga of Lansdowne Park re-de- the most part, we can pinpoint where in 1905, the city decided to expro- They were generally popular with velopment never seems to end. these houses were because they are priate these houses and their lots to the working class from the 1880s There are a few reasons why the still standing. Notice that one or two make Lansdowne Park larger. Thus, through to just after the First World working class settled here. Until are situated well back from the street a number of homeowners – including War. As such, they are probably so about 1900, an inlet of the canal (today’s number 10 and 20 Adelaide) the Stoddarts – were provided with commonplace that we have stopped protruded into Lansdowne Park, and that the street’s housing pattern compensation but forced to move noticing them. In fact, there is little and after it was filled in, the land re- takes on its shape based on the loca- elsewhere. Though the general land- documentation on this architectural mained low and swampy. It was gen- tion of these early houses. scaping design of Lansdowne Park style, especially in Ottawa. Possibly erally considered undesirable except I should also note that a couple has changed dramatically – mainly iot this is due to the ties these houses to those with less money. As I have of houses at the end of the street for the worse – since that time, the iot Ell Ell

noted in a previous article, Adelaide (including 53 Adelaide) are trans- overall park boundaries have re- w had with the working class. w re Street appeared in 1891, and the first plants from a short-lived subdivision mained unchanged. re d As a city interested in all things d n (1891-1905) that once extended into n A related to the government, and there- houses on the street were constructed Other things define the housing A fore the middle to upper class, the that year or in 1892. The 1892 city Lansdowne Park and which had a patterns on Adelaide. For instance, housing choices of the less well- directory lists two people living street named Lansdowne Avenue there is the landscape itself. It rises Photos: off have been overlooked. Glebe on the east side of the street – W.J. and a lane called Alexandria. Within slightly upwards as you go south Photos: Howick Place working class houses 51 Adelaide Street resident and architectural historian this subdivision and on Adelaide, from Fifth Avenue, and then, half-

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time since he has taken over the busi- salmon, cream cheese, red onion, crime?” There is only one place in the McCrank’s will still be to become a leading ness, he has already come to be on a capers and sesame seeds) and sushi Glebe (the world?) where all of these cluttered and messy, brand of natural per- first name basis with many of his cus- made with pink, yellow or green soy could come together, and that place greasy and grimy, and sonal care products tomers (as well as their kids, friends, paper instead of the traditional sea- is under the watchful eye of Angus that he is merely add- around the world. dogs and whomever else they bring weed. “Sushi is more than food, it McCrank, at McCrank’s Cycles. ing to the eclectic rath- Thann’s product col- in with them). “People have been is art,” Marc explains, “senses work In order to appreciate the inter- er than removing it. lections reflect unisex so welcoming and their support has differently with sushi…your eyes connectedness of these seemingly As for the “perfect scents derived from been overwhelming,” he says. will tell you it is yummy!” random elements, one needs to crime” in all of this, as ingredients unique to As for the menu changes, the se- Sushi Go is an Ottawa-based com- understand the wit and wisdom of Peter himself tells it, he Asian culture, such John lection has grown from 56 items pany with four franchise locations Peter Conway, owner of McCrank’s would often pay a visit as lemongrass, green Medcof to 80: soups, salads, teas and of around the city. Marc previously (Angus is but a photo on the wall), to the bookstore when tea and jasmine. course, sushi, all available in pre- worked as a supervisor for the four a cluttered nook of nice bicycles and Linda was in the shop, Thann promotes made combos or à la carte, for eat locations and when the opportunity bicycle bits tucked in the rear of the taking along his tape only environmentally in or take out. Marc explains that presented itself for him to become an building at 889 Bank Street. measure to map out his friendly products and The New Sushi Go Sushi Go strives to be different, cre- owner of one of the counter shops, Let’s start at the beginning. Peter plans for future expan- does not use artifi- Glebe sushi lovers might have no- ative and fun with its menu, offering he jumped at it. This is his first busi- and a business partner bought the sion, while joking with cial fragrances, ani- ticed a new energy emitting from ness, and he credits his many years cyclery from an actual McCrank on his neighbour about mal testing or child Sushi Go on Bank Street of of experience working at the Ca- April 1, 1999. Two years to the day committing the “per- labour. The collection late, and the source of that sino du Lac Lemay for instilling later, Peter bought out his partner fect crime.” With his includes products for

energy is unmistakenly the G iovanni the service-driven approach that he to become the sole proprietor. It is dreams of Bank Street skin care, body care, “counter shop” restaurant’s frontage now realized, hair care, aromather- brings to his new role as business therefore somehow fitting, though G iovanni new owner, Marc de Repen- owner. On top of all this, Marc is entirely coincidental, that on this Photo: Peter gets that twinkle apy and tea. tigny. also a graphic artist who does the same auspicious day nine years Amanda Lancaster and owner Peter Conway in his eye and a crook- Thann came to Marc’s enthusiasm and Photo: design work for Sushi Go. later, McCrank’s signed a lease to ed little smile when he Canada in 2006 when outgoing nature are reflected Owner Fadi Ghaby displays new Thann products His plans for the restaurant in- expand into the empty shop in front has nearly doubled up front, allowing asks “And where is my friend Linda Ottawa’s Fadi Ghaby in many of the changes the clude taking service a step further, of his that for many years housed the Peter to expand his selection of bi- now? We may never know…” secured the Canadian business has undergone since including offering catered sushi Prime Crime bookstore, owned by cycles, including the Canadian-made McCrank’s Cycles rights to the line and opened his first most importantly experience it. The he purchased it in January. parties where one of his team could his friendly neighbour Linda Wiken Kona that McCranks carried in the 889-891 Bank Street store, Harnn & Thann, on Richmond sink allows customers to try the body The music is upbeat and go to the host’s home and roll sushi (more on this later). smaller store, and, you guessed it, Road. The products have grown in scrubs and butters for themselves and fun, decor changes are be- 613-563-2200 for guests. With all his roles within In taking over the space, Peter German HP Volotechnik recumbent popularity and have developed a loyal to feel the results. Thann also offers ing implemented, the staff is www.mccranks.com and plans for Sushi Go, Marc’s vi- inherited “Sam” the skeleton, the bikes, described by Peter as “very ex- following (just ask the many Glebe in-store promotional facials once a all new and the menu is big- sion for his business comes down longtime and beloved inhabitant of pensive bicycles – thems that wants residents who have been making the month, and the lineup was out the ger and bolder. The energy to one simple ideal that he hopes the front window display at Prime ‘em really wants ‘em.” Experiencing Thann trek out to Westboro to stock up). door for the first such event. also comes from the fact that to instill in his customers and his Crime. Sam has been seamlessly The offerings of accessories and The music is soothing, the aromas Fadi chose the Glebe for his new lo- Fadi and his team know every Marc is a near constant pres- staff: “It has to be fun!” integrated into the décor at the ex- clothing are also growing, and the intriguing and the decor a stylish fu- cation because he believes that many product and ingredient and can guide ence in the restaurant, chat- people through the various collec- Sushi Go panded cyclery, taking his place with new layout even features a change sion of Eastern and Western motifs. people in the neighbourhood appre-

ting with regulars, making G iovanni the photo of Angus and a bust of room. Perhaps the biggest change of Thann officially opened its doors in ciate the uniqueness of the product tions. They can help people find the new friends, answering ques- 827 Bank Street scents and products that suit their 613-781-1616 Elvis among the chaos of wrenches, all is that McCrank’s is “going com- the Glebe on March 20. Folks who and are committed to using natural tions about sushi and sharing products. He notes that the response needs. Ultimately, he explains, while Photos: wheels, wires and excellent bicycles. puterized.” As soon as Peter can dig have dropped in at 829 Bank Street his enthusiasm for the food www.sushigoexpress.ca New owner of Sushi Go, Marc de Repentigny As one would expect, taking on out the new point-of-sale system he are finding the space (formerly Glebe in the first few weeks has been very he and his staff can act as guides, he and his team serve. additional floor space has brought bought from “under a towel some- Fashion Cleaners) transformed into a positive. people shop at Thann by “experien- “I want to introduce my- some changes to McCranks. The where,” he will have the system up new retail store for Thann’s unique One of the prominent features at cing it.” self to everyone who comes in, or McCrank’s Cycles everything from traditional sushi to April Fool’s Day, a skeleton named ever-busy workshop has been moved and running – “I am now entering range of natural hair, body and skin Thann’s is a sink in the centre of the Thann who even walks by,” he explains, “I outlandish, modern and unique cre- “Sam,” a bust of Elvis, German re- to the back of the store and grown by the 1990s!” he boldly declares. Lest care products. store. Fadi explains that the product 829 Bank Street am really enjoying being a part of ations. Some items available include cumbent bicycles, lots of grease one workbench to increase tune-up his loyal customers be offended by Thann started in Thailand around is so unique that he wants people 613-667-0540 this great community.” In the short the “Montreal Original” roll (smoked and grime…and perhaps a “perfect and repair capacity. The sales space so many changes, Peter insists that ten years ago and grew very quickly to be able to touch it, smell it, and www.thann.ca

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One of the three macronutrients, along with protein and fat, that supplies isch energy (calories) to the body. There are three categories of carbohydrates: century and have been lived in by obsession with the younger woman ll sugars, starch and fiber. several families. They have a history as well as his wife’s increasing sus- unto themselves before we move in. picions about the affair. Indeed, he usan We Cholesterol: Bedroom closets reveal wallpaper details the drama that unfolded in the S The most common type of steroid in the body and is made by the liver. It Andrea Tomkins and her family are a “champion family” for the campaign, from the 1940s, basements have household: how his wife proceeded organized by the Champlain Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Network is present in every cell in the body and in many foods. Some cholesterol in cold rooms with shelving for jars to erode his reputation through the Photo: the blood is necessary, but a high level of cholesterol in the blood can lead to (CCPN). of pickled vegetables, and century local Woman’s Auxiliary and the BUGs volunteers rolling up sod to construct sod benches health problems. subsequent impacts this had on his By Heather Chew old beams have embedded hardware avoid causing disruption for the soc- business. There were also condoms by Melissa Nisbett As parents, we keep an eye on what our children eat and how active they are. like pulley wheels and hooks that are cer and Ultimate Frisbee teams. But Fat: in the pail dating back to the 1910s You may notice there are some big Results of a local health research study, however, indicate that maybe we’re remnants of old contraptions. our members will be hard at work One of the nutrients, along with protein and carbohydrate, that supplies ener- and letters from a lawyer employed changes in Glebe Memorial Park not seeing what we should be. over the long weekend, doing the gy (calories) to the body. Dietary fats include saturated (animal flesh, butter, by the father of the younger woman lately. Over the last 25 years, the number of overweight and obese children in On- communal planting and organizing margarine, processed and fried foods), trans (hydrogenated oils) and unsatur- asking that he stay away. Then the Construction of the community tario has tripled. Physical inactivity and poor eating habits among children into teams for individual plots. ated (vegetable oils). Unsaturated fats are the preferred type for wellness. communications ended. A second garden by Bytown Urban Gardens and youth contribute to what is now considered an epidemic. In 2007, the On May 18, BUGs members will collection of letters began in 1930, (BUGs) is almost finished. This huge Fibre: Champlain Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Network (CCPN), a coalition be hosting an information session cataloguing a new affair with a new undertaking would not have taken The part of the plant that cannot be digested, also called complex carbo- of health and community partners in Eastern Ontario, surveyed parents of chil- about accessible gardens for seniors mistress and an offer of marriage that place without the hard work of our hydrates. Fibre can help your digestive tract work, regulate blood sugar and dren aged 4-12 years to better understand their perceptions about their chil- at the Good Life Companion Centre. was rejected. After some research, it volunteers, support from the City of lower blood cholesterol. dren’s weight, physical activity and eating behaviours. “The results were quite The community garden will have was determined that the main charac- Ottawa and you – the Glebe com- revealing,” says Dr. Mark Tremblay, director of the Healthy Active Living & four accessible plots for people with Glucose: ter in the documents was the original munity itself. Over 20 interested gar- Obesity Research Group at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, a part- mobility issues. When it comes to A type of sugar that is the body’s main source of energy. proprietor of the home. He was an deners came to our general meeting ner of the CCPN. food security, everyone must be in- Ottawa businessman and remained in early April and told us that they Overall, parents in this region believe their children have adequate physical cluded. Glycemic Index: married to his wife and had several were enthusiastic about urban gar- activity levels, good eating habits, and are at about the right weight. However, Come join us in celebrating the A scale that ranks carbohydrate-rich foods by how much they raise blood children. dening; they showed us by putting in data from Statistics Canada and other national sources clearly indicate that launch of BUGs Glebe Memor- glucose levels compared to glucose or white bread. Foods that raise your One might suggest that the des- dozens of volunteer hours building these results are not consistent with other measures of child activity, eating ial Garden at the Great Glebe Gar- blood glucose level quickly have a higher GI rating than foods that raise your cendants be sought to hand over the the garden. habits and weight. Some examples from the study: age Sale, Saturday, May 29 at noon. blood glucose level more slowly. In general, the lower the rating, the better the personal documents. Perhaps, the We broke ground in late April, Updates on the launch and garden- quality of carbohydrate. • The large majority of parents (83 per cent) felt their child was ‘about the Glebe Historical Society might ap- spending an entire weekend cutting ing workshops, and photos of the right weight’. Seven per cent of parents felt their child was overweight. preciate the documents as a dona- up the sod, laying down the new Impaired glucose tolerance: construction will be featured on Almost no one (0.2 per cent) felt their child was obese. Yet, among chil- yn Best soil and constructing sod benches. Your blood glucose level is higher than normal two hours after taking an l tion to their collection because of o our website at www.bugsottawa.

dren aged 2 to 17 years, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario d the ‘early Ottawa’ references. The A group of people in the park were oral glucose tolerance test. ca and Facebook page (http://www. notes that the current rate of overweight and obesity in Ontario is 28 per en eloquent speech and quality of the so enthusiastic, they built another

Gw facebook.com/home.php?#!/group. Insulin: cent. handwriting is indicative of the per- sod bench during the weekday. The php?gid=38011399342&ref=ts). The hormone that is produced to help glucose from food enter the body’s iod. However, the current owner, in benches are for you all to use while • When asked how physically active they consider their child to be, nine If you have any questions or sug- cells. When someone with diabetes can no longer produce insulin, they can his wisdom, has decided to return enjoying the park. We ask you to re- out of ten parents in the study said that they considered their child to gestions, contact us at bugscoordin- inject the insulin as a medication. ustration: the pail with its scandalous contents frain from sitting on them until the be ‘active’ (34 per cent) or ‘very active’(56 per cent), yet according to [email protected] Active Healthy Kids Canada, 87 per cent of children and youth are not Ill to a safe and hidden location in the end of May, to ensure the sod “takes” Portion size: We hope to see you there. meeting the recommended 90 minutes of physical activity a day. home and return privacy to the ori- to its new form. A portion size is the amount of food that you put on your plate and that you Several years ago, when a good ginal proprietor. The pail and its Unless there are unforeseen delays, Melissa Nisbett is the public • One-quarter (25 per cent) of parents in the study reported that their child plan to eat in one sitting. Depending on the food, your portion size may be one friend moved into the Glebe, he found contents are a strong reminder that heavy duty construction of the gar- relations coordinator for Bytown consumes two or fewer servings of fruit and vegetables daily when in or more servings according to the Canada Food Guide. himself renovating a very old home the home is our intimate personal den will be completed by May 15, to Urban Gardens (BUGs). reality only one in eight children (13 per cent) in Ontario is eating five on one of the avenues. The home was space and a living monument to all Sugars: or more daily servings of fruit and vegetables daily. A group of carbohydrates that help make our food sweet. Glucose, fructose, built at the turn of the century, and those who have lived there. It carries sucrose and lactose are some examples. The different names indicate that each “Parents’ perceptions stand in contrast to the facts we know as a health com- was a living monument to the last the character, style and scars of past sugar has a different chemical structure. munity about the healthy behaviour of our children,” says Dr. Tremblay. As hundred years of style and living. occupants. a result, the CCPN has launched the “Know More Do More” campaign to Many rooms had seen no advance- Many of the original homes in the Type 2 diabetes: encourage parents to create more physical activity and healthy eating oppor- ment, while others had been updated Glebe have had a long history prior to A disease characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood. It occurs when tunities for their families – regardless of how healthy they think their children in the 1920s, 1940s, or 1950s. As the our arrival. In some cases, the home the body does not respond correctly to insulin, a hormone released by the pan- are. renovating began, the home revealed has been completely renovated and creas. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Families can build a family healthy active living jar with tips that are available a history in each of its rooms. In the modernized for the needs of the cur- This material was excerpted from Eat Right Ontario, Ministry of Health on the campaign website at www.knowmore-domore.ca. Tips include things dining room, we painstakingly re- rent occupants. More often, the home Promotion Ontario, www.mhp.gov.on.ca/en. like “have a dance-off with your children after dinner tonight,” “organize a moved all of the ancient wallpaper. is a testimony to the passing decades scavenger hunt in your neighbourhood and recruit a few families to partici- As we steamed and scraped, layers and possesses both modern and old pate,” and “pack a processed-free lunch as a family this week.” Families who of wallpaper peeled away like layers features. In these homes there are register on the website by June 15 also have a chance to win a membership to a of an onion exposing earlier styles children’s names scratched into the community centre, a family paddling course, or a water park experience. and decor each signed and dated by brick at the back of the house, nicks Heather Chew is a partner in Blueprint Public Relations at www.blueprintpr.ca. the artisans who had laid down the in the floor where heavy furniture paper. In the unfinished attic, news- was once moved, old wire hooks and papers dated 1902 and 1903 were wooden knobs in various bedroom closets, and doors that have been Brickwork rolled up into balls and pressed be- tween the lathe and brick to serve planed at the top or bottom so they Stone as insulation. When it was time to will close again, now that the old Foundations renovate the garage, a secret was house has settled. Chimneys revealed. Hidden up in the rafters, When you are next stacking boxes in the basement, replacing shelves in Retaining walls held in position where the old wood- en supports met a beam, there was a the bedroom closet, or making reno- white, gallon-sized pail. In the pail, vations in your old Glebe home, no- Fully inSuRed were about 50 letters and a diary and tice the scars that have been left be- DESIGN • DESIGN BUILD FRee eStimateS keepsakes that had remained hidden. hind by previous tenants. And keep RENOVATIONS • REPAIRS They had been exposed only to the your eyes open, you never know CELEBRATING OVER 15 YEARS cold, damp and changing seasons what you may find when cleaning up, OF QUALITY AND SERVICE 613-612-8855 year after year, beginning more than repairing, or renovating some part of 613-832-1717 80 years earlier. your old home. www.stonehengemasonry.ca Like voyeurs, we had stumbled Angela Murphy is a Glebe resi- BBBBBB Honor Honor Roll Roll 2006 since & 2006 2007 563 Gladstone ave., Ottawa on private communications that dent. 22 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 23 Great Glebe Garage Sale can be a treasure hunt

Vendors reminders Please donate a portion of proceeds: Tips for best access by mail Walk, Bike, Take Bus The Ottawa Food Bank 1 or 7 1317B Michael Street Park your car and walk. Ottawa, ON K1B 3M9 Park off the streets to online leave room for visitors. www.theottawafoodbank.ca No selling on public in person lands: sidewalks, roads, • Use forms provided by The Ottawa parks. Food Bank volunteers • Donate at The Food Bank Booth at the Glebe Community Centre parking rules (Lyon St. lawn) Check parking signs • Take cash or cheque to Patrick Do not block: McGahern Books at 783 Bank St. fire hydrants driveways Keep emergency routes clear The Ottawa Food Bank Tow-away zones • is a registered charity Fifth Ave. (from • issues tax receipts Bank to O’Connor) • services 43,000 people per month O’Connor St. • rceived $12,700 from the Great Strathcona Ave. Glebe Garage Sale in 2009. Metcalf St. Let’s top that in 2010! Ticketing No parking zones Double parking

public washrooms Second level of Fifth Avenue Court (Fifth Avenue and Bank St.) Treasures & trinkets Other possible Can you find: locations: 1. two cherubs 2. Garfield The Glebe 3. six violins Community Centre 4. RCMP Mountie (Third and Lyon) 5. Richard M. Nixon 6. two leopards Glebe-St. James United 7. gorilla Church (650 Lyon St.) 8. two lemonades 9. blue-haired beauty Photos: Lois Siegel St. Matthew’s 10. orange creature from the deep Church217 First Ave. (near Bank St.)

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We have a wonderful lineup of artists chosen by our land and Labrador Choir of Ottawa, now in its eighth season, is a local his words and music, and arrangers neau region will witness the convergence of jury. We are also hearing from musicians, puppeteers, dancers and local food from across the country have been talent and experience as former Montreal providers who will join us at the festival. All we need is some sun, and we have amateur choir founded by Kristina Curren, a Newfoundlander-once- inspired to create choral versions of chanteuse Deneece Marion launches the the perfect recipe for a wonderful weekend of celebrating the visual arts in Ot- many of his songs. next phase of her career. American born and tawa. (It must be said that we have always been amazed that the few times we removed in search of her musical “Warm beer in Mexico” “The First Cut” “Thru Autumn Trees” by heritage. Her goal was to establish The two-hour concert will in- Montreal raised, this Blues singer, trained in have had rain, the crowds still come out in droves.) by Geraldine Classen by Nancy Dagenais Elliot Carol Howard-Killoran clude choral and solo versions classical, jazz and pop, has been appearing We are working hard to turn the grassroots, community visual arts festival, an Ottawa area choir to represent and showcase Newfoundland and Mari- of such well-known Stan Rogers regularly at Lac Leamy Casino for several started by Bhat Boy 17 years ago, into a regional event, recognized for high songs as “Mary Ellen Carter” and years as part of the trio Alibi. quality visual art. It is designed to celebrate the visual arts in the same way time music and culture. Members perform choral compositions from a “The Northwest Passage,” as well Now, with the glamour and sophistication that other honour the arts of writing, dance, chamber music, as some less familiar gems from his of the 1940s movie siren Rita Hayworth and jazz and folk music. We have been supported so graciously and generously by repertoire of Newfoundland, Mari- time and Celtic songs ranging from catalogue. In the Stan Rogers spirit the soulfulness of her heroines Tina Turner, the community. It is really gratifying to see how much fun everyone has at the of breathing new life into musical Aretha Franklin, Anastacia and Alicia Keys, event, mingling the appreciation of art with kids, babies and dogs. simple, joyful tunes to complex, haunting melodies written for sop- tradition, the choir also will per- Deneece and her new band, Global Funk, will So for the second year, the organizers are reaching out to see if there are form the two winning works from perform original songs and cover tunes such about five people who can do some physical work and might like to help for a rano, alto, tenor and bass. Choir members are largely, but not our inaugural, nationwide competi- as “Seven Day Fool,” “No One,” “I’m Outta few hours over the weekend with park set up/ cleanup and take down. We need tion for new choral works with an Love,” “Baby I Love You” and “Simply the Best.” self-motivated folks who would be willing to work Friday evening to Sunday exclusively, people from “down east.” While auditions are not required to East Coast flavour. Highly respected Montreal producer Peter Ranallo says, “Her voice needs evening. Volunteers will get a heck of a nice TNAF t-shirt and a small honor- This promises to be one of the most “June Beauties” “Doing Lunch at Cafe “Moonlight Day” join, Atlantic Voices is not simply a to be out there.” Deneece feels that, “When I decided to venture into solo arium. High school age and older would work well. widely appealing concerts yet by the by Kathleen Ranger Birch” by Janis Schock by Marcio Melo “sing-along” club. The choir practi- territory, I was both unsure and excited at the same time. Fortunately, encour- Please email Chandler Swain, coordinator if you are interested at cswain@ Atlantic Voices choir which, under agement from family and friends, as well as people who know a lot about the storm.ca. Pulley ces weekly at Pleasant Park Baptist Church in Alta Vista, and typically the direction of Scott Richardson, is music business, helped me regain my creative inspiration and self-belief. I schedules two practices per session attracting a growing audience of fans really feel that timing and luck are on my side as I work with other profes- for each of the four voice groups. in Ottawa. For the first time, our con- sional and talented people in this next step.” cert will be hosted by master of cere- The concert will be Saturday, May 15 at Ecclesiax Church Gallery Studio, Recipient of the Ministers Award Choir director Scott Richardson, in addition to teaching privately, is pian- monies Adrian Harwood, co-host of 2 Monk St. at 5th Avenue at 7 pm. Call 613-261-9128 for concert tickets. for Outstanding Achievement ist for the Ottawa Choral Society and CBC News Ottawa. The house band, For more information, see www.deneece.com. The Fumblin’ Fingers, will perform Proudly serving the neighbourhood since 1984 has accompanied the Canadian Cen- tennial Choir and Ottawa Children’s a half-hour of traditional east coast music before the concert. Afterwards Professional Painting Service Choir. He is also music director at Orleans United Church. The choir’s a silent auction and free coffee, tea • Interior / Exterior and homemade delicacies will be of- • Quality Workmanship accompanist Theresa Cillis-O’Meara HELEN BUDAY “Wood Silo on Calumet “Snowy Night” “A marée basse Baie fered to all. • Fully Insured teaches music at Sacred Heart High Sales Representative Island” by Larry Evans by Stephan Scrak Trinité” by Linda Baril • Two Year Guarantee School. She is also accompanist for Tickets are $15, and are available in advance by calling Hannie, 613- (613) 226-8790 BUSINESS the Ottawa Bach Choir and organist (613) 226-4392 FAX The Glebe Community Centre at Emmanuel United Church. 722-9240, or at the door. Children (800) 472-6512 TOLL FREE attend for free, and everyone is wel- 175 Third Avenue, Ottawa A tribute concert to Canadian For your FREE estimate come. For more information, visit call: James Cleary 722-3375 If you are interested in showing your work folk music legend Stan Rogers will be presented by the popular Atlan- our website at atlanticvoices.ca. at the Glebe Community Centre, please e-mail [email protected]. COBURN REALTY tic Voices: the Newfoundland and Peggy Berkowitz is responsible 1415 Woodroffe Ave. This month at the Glebe Community Centre, Geraldine Classen, a former Labrador Choir of Ottawa on Sun- for media relations for the Atlantic Nepean, Ontario K2C 1V9 Glebe resident and business owner, is offering a preview of the Pontiac Artists’ day, May 30 at 3 p.m. at Centretown Choir, [email protected] or 613-724- Each Office is Independently [email protected] Studio Tour. She and her fellow artists are showing bright paintings of farms, United Church, 507 Bank Street in 6657. Owned and Operated Sneezing, Itchy fields, flowers, country houses and vacation spots.The work is on display until May 30. The Pontiac Artists’ Studio Tour takes place on the weekends of June12 and Eyes, Running 13 and 19 and 20. You are invited to view works by thirteen juried artists in twelve studios. The Pontiac, a rural area of farms, lakes, woodlands, and fresh air, is less than an hour’s drive from Ottawa. 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stepmother, unable to get anything out of her, hris quarters. Their entire lives revolve around grueling work. They make jeans “helpfully” suggests that she hang herself to ensure a quick entry into heav- C with 40 inch waistlines for foreigners. “Americans are fat,” they explain. en. Meryem, all of 17, starts to comply, but something within her rebels. The

These factory workers leave their children at home to be cared for by grand- Photo: ‘family’ is then forced in the direction of the darker solution of honour-killing, Vancouver’s the response performing Status Quo parents. Last Train Home follows one family: two parents, one grandmother as the stepfather is primarily concerned about the gossiping of the villagers and two children. The parents rarely see their children because they want to and the family’s reputation. by Julie Houle Cezer Among the returning masters of make money so that these children will be able to have a good education and Of course, Meryem is not killed: the how and why of this form the central The Canada Dance Festival is back their art are Montreal dance artists: a better life. According to their 15-year-old daughter, “The country’s a sad narrative of the film. The second major player in the drama, Meryem’s cousin at the NAC this year, June 4-12. Paul-André Fortier and Robert Ra- place.” Seeking the excitement of the city, she leaves for a city job. City life is Cemal, is in his early twenties, fresh from military service. It falls to him to Every two years, in the offerings of cine/Fortier Danse Creation per- Paul Dewar, MP/Député Ottawa Centre enticing for young people. “handle” his wayward cousin. Cemal is asked to take her on a train trip to the Canada Dance Festival, arts afi- forming Cabane in a non-traditional Working for you! Last Train Home: Mandarin with English subtitles, is playing at local theatres. Istanbul, ostensibly to visit relatives. No one tells her that she is not meant to cionados have the opportunity to view venue – the NAC paint shop; ener- Au travail pour vous! arrive in Istanbul. a choreographic collage that reflects getic dancer legends Louise Lacava- Please Give (2010) No matter. With our two protagonists on the train heading west, the land- the future direction of professional lier and Benoît Lachambre /Par I am pleased to: Directed by Nicole Holofcener, Rated R scape changing and the colours brightening, director Oğuz is shifting gears contemporary dance in the country B.L.eux in Is You Me; José Navas/ • provide assistance with federal agencies Please Give is not your conventional film. It’s about New Yorkers who try and we grasp that we are no longer watching a conventional drama. Rather, we as well as the ground out of which Compagnie Flak with eight dan- • arrange letters of greetings for special occasions to make the best of their routine lives. The film opens with a humorous tune are embarking on a journey of self-discovery and an exploration of both the it develops. Granted, the nine days cers performing his ensemble work • answer questions about federal legislation about “a man who has no chin, and a man who has no neck…. Some folks lose human condition and the fault lines of a changing Turkey. of performances can only present a Villanelle & S in which the range of • listen to your feedback and some folks win,” a twisted take on the saying, “I felt sorry that I had no Though dutiful, and willing to believe that Meryem is tainted, Cemal is not portion of the dance projects and ex- the dancing body is manifest in both shoes, until I met a man with no feet.” This ditty is accompanied by close-ups of his father’s generation and is unable to carry out the task of killing his perimentation currently going on in its technical and expressive fullness. Je suis heureux de: of breasts of all sizes being positioned for mammograms – lots of flabby im- cousin. Along the way, Meryem repeatedly states that she has done nothing studios, schools, theatres and non- From the west coast comes the chor- • vous aider à traiter avec les organismes fédéraux ages from different angles wrong, while Cemal keeps encountering people like his estranged brother who traditional venues in communities eographer and contact improvisation- • vous écrire des lettres de félicitations pour des The film bounces back and forth between comedy and the not-so-funny. It’s question why he is doing this and insist he need not do it. across Canada; however, it does give al dancer/teacher and choreographer occasions spéciales quirky and full of people’s idiosyncrasies. We focus on Kate (Catherine Keen- For her part, Meryem has discovered that she loves life. She burns with curi- the inquiring mind a chance to sam- Peter Bingham/ EDAM, who will be • répondre à vos questions sur les lois fédérales er), who is married to Alex (Oliver Platt). They have a teenage daughter who osity about the world. The fact that she is a wide-eyed innocent is instantly ple emerging aesthetics and styles in presenting a duet and a quartet right • vous écouter dance, appreciate the richness and in front of you/SLIP while Vancou- wants $200 jeans for her birthday. Kate and Alex run a shady business. They recognized by the third member of our ‘triangle,’ Irfan. A contradictory char- 304-1306 rue Wellington St. descend like vultures to buy furniture from the children of elderly dead people acter, he is a forty-something, silver-haired professor/bon vivant who has left depth of mature artists, and savour ver’s Noam Gagnon of Holy Bo- dyTattoo brings to Ottawa his new 613.946.8682 / [email protected] and then resell everything at a huge profit. They are the ambulance chasers of his teaching post and his wife (“and all her rich friends”) to sail his yacht along the creations flowing from artistic www.pauldewar.ca the table and chair business. Kate obsessively gives money to people on the the Black Sea coast. collaborations among international project, La Vision Impure, which as street…. $5 here, $5 there. Perhaps this relieves her guilt. Her daughter hates Taken on as deckhands, Meryem and Cemal form with the professor a tab- companies. For those who lean to- a series of solos and duets, explores this. She wants expensive jeans. leau reminiscent of Polanski’s Knife in the Water with its steamy atmosphere wards reflecting and sharing ideas on the relationship between vision and Two sisters supervise the care of their grandmother (Ann Morgan Guilbert) of tension and ennui. However, the resemblance and the tension are equally the history of contemporary dance, perception. who lives next door to Kate and Alex. The grandmother has sold Kate and short-lived and Meryem and Cemal continue on a journey with Irfan as their the Society for Canadian Dance While the most intrepid of festival- Alex her apartment, but she is allowed to live there until she dies. She already guide. Studies will host, from June 10-12, goers may attend every show and ab- is mostly dead, and her life becomes an obituary watch. Guilbert’s perform- Bliss works as a road movie, coming-of-age story, and psychological study a number of public panels exploring sorb it all, I like to choose to revisit ance is outstanding. She’s brash and to the point, not caring what people think. of Turkey, but it succeeds chiefly because its characters are fully drawn and “Renegade Bodies: Dance in Canada some choreographers whose work I Great casting. authentic; they fit well into the shifting landscape that is modern Turkey. The During the 1970s” and “Dance as have seen in the past to get a glimpse Please Give is full of good details. Sometimes you will laugh, sometimes acting, script and cinematography are more than equal to the task at hand. A Definition of Culture in a Global of a new stage of development; how- you will cry. It’s a wonderful mixture of emotions. (Turkish-language with English subtitles. 105 minutes). World” during the festival. ever, I am equally enthused about Please Give premieres May 14-20 at the Bytowne Cinema. Available on DVD. Among the 16 new choreographers taking in some new experimental to the 2010 Canada Dance Festival, project or seeing an unknown quan- one could be drawn to the high ener- tity by an emerging artist. This year, gy and risk-taking dance of the Van- I am told there are at least two excit- couver company the response under ing international collaborations that We are so happy with the job you did selling our family home. You gave us the direction of Amber Funk Barton are well worth seeing. Lata Pada of perfect advice about staging the house ourselves, without overwhelming us and Shay Kuebler (see photo above); Sampradaya has collaborated with Sampad of the U.K. and dancers with an endless To Do list. Your suggested asking price was exactly right the more spiritually based dance of Byron Chief Moon/Coyote Arts from both companies will be per- (which we discovered only after giving our own overly-optimistic price an Percussive Association performing forming STEALTH, a choreography unsuccessful round). We should have listened to you in the rst place! Essence: Intsi-pui-tapi-yopa or the by Santosh Nair which was inspired multi-disciplinary exploration of the by Indian martial arts. Lastly, chor- eographers Wen Wei Wang of Wen You and your team are consummate professionals while being down-to- perceptions of Stephane Gladysze- wski who combines performance, Wei Dance and Gao Yanjinzi of the earth, friendly people. Your online presentation of the house was wonderful. visual and digital arts in his In Side Beijing Modern Dance Company Thank you and your team for your courtesy, professionalism, accessibility and Aura journey through the senses. have started a dance conversation and wisdom. You made the entire selling experience a pleasure and we One might also want to catch a that will be premiered at the Canada Dance Festival as Under Their Skin cannot recommend you highly enough! ” glimpse of future dance makers, ad- vanced students in the five pre-pro- which will undoubtedly turn out to be fessional programs in Canada, per- a unique and challenging dialogue. The Harris Family forming under the artistic direction For venue, performance schedule of Montreal choreographer Ginette and tickets, go to www.canadadance. Laurin of O Vertigo. ca/NAC box office or ticketmaster.ca. Making you feel at home.

Tracy Arnett, Broker of Record Matt Tobin, Sales Representative (613) 233-4488 | www.tracyarnett.com 28 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 ENVIRONMENT TRAVEL Glebe Report May 14, 2010 29 Spring Cleaning the Capital Working with nature Floating in Costa Rica’s bright bubble at UPeace By Virginia Carver in the garden by Clyde Sanger So I was specially blessed with Ver- About a dozen volunteers braved the weather to clean up Bank Street in “It’s really like a big bubble,” onika Marenco, herself a teacher and the Glebe on April 15 as part of the Spring Cleaning the Capital campaign. said Veronica approvingly, “but I poet,who slipped across from peace Thank you to all those who participated in the cleanup, including our MPP wouldn’t really like it if there were education. The student who gained Yasir Naqvi and Ward Councillor Clive Doucet. We also extend our thanks more than 200 of us here.” She had top marks with me was Montreal- to Starbucks, which provided free coffee and to Truffle Treasures that dished somehow found her way to Costa born Stephanie Catudal, who had up gelato for the volunteers. We want to recognize all of you who do regular Rica from a small town halfway be- taken two weeks off to give birth to cleanups of our parks, byways and ponds through the Adopt-a-Park program tween Moscow and the Urals, to join a daughter. She did her reading while or just because it needs to be done. That’s the essence of neighbourliness. a course in gender studies. Her Eng- staying up for an 11 o’clock feeding. anger S Full marks for motherhood, too. As with previous cleanups, the most frequent litter item was the cigarette lish was good, but she was pleased e d butt and its plastic filter. Both the butt and the filter are harmful to the environ- to find there were three other Rus- y Clyde Sanger is a long time Glebe Cl ment, especially when en masse, they get washed down the storm sewer sys- sian students at the University for resident and columnist for the Glebe tem and end up in our ponds and rivers. So smokers, please do not toss your Peace. Report. Since retiring from the butts on the street. Put them in butt stops or take them home. She was right. The little university Glebe Report, he fills his time in the Virginia Carver is chair of the GCA Environment Committee. is a rainbow coloured bubble, float- company of still more fascinating ing a fair distance away from real life. people. Except for me at 81 and a few other Photos courtesy of professors, everyone seems under Beauty and diversity: the media class of 23 students came from 16 different 30; the students also have names to countries – nine from Asia, two from Africa, two from Europe, three from Latin fit their freshness like Suriya and America and six from North America. VRTUCAR: ten years Claudia, Fabrice and Jared, Rosebell and Katja – and homes in Bangla- cording to the school’s website, 300 For my part, I recited Kipling’s of green driving in the Glebe desh and Bolivia, France and Sas- species of birds and 100 varieties of Gunga Din in a passable Cockney katchewan, Uganda and Norway. trees. Best of all are the students in By Barbara Griffin VRTUCAR members have 24-hour Native Trillium Grandiflorum growing in Gatineau Park accent, to much mirth. access to a fleet of clean, fuel-effi- I recounted Veronica’s comment to their cheerful diversity. And we looked at case studies of VRTUCAR, Ottawa’s own car cient cars. VRTUCAR pays for the By Risa Sargent the Rector, John Maresca, during a I’m on Veronica’s side about num- conflict, current ones in Sri Lanka sharing organization, is marking its gas, insurance, maintenance and re- As we move rapidly into the summer months, many of us are wondering courtesy visit to tell him what I was bers: 200 are about all you can get to and Burma (two girls fresh from 10th anniversary this spring. Started pair of cars, while members pay only how the newly adopted Ontario Pesticide ban will affect our garden and lawn doing in his little kingdom. A former know and befriend in a one-year MA Myanmar joined us), embryonic in the year 2000, with four friends for the hours and the kilometres they care. This column will address the reasons for the ban and give you some tools American diplomat, he’s a man of course. This year someone estimated conflicts (Muslims in Europe) and and one car, VRTUCAR now serves there were 70 nationalities among use, plus a modest monthly member- to help you keep your lawn and garden beautiful without pesticides. few words and winced at her remark. historic ones (British-French inva- over 1,400 Ottawa residents with 70 Apparently UPeace (as we call it) re- the student body. The 23 students ship fee. Why ban pesticides? sion of Suez, and Mississippi in fuel-efficient cars. “The Glebe was VRTUCAR has four stations located ceives many more applications than with whom I joyfully consorted for the 1960s). And students paired off Last April, Ontario joined BC and Quebec in banning the cosmetic use of one of the first neighbourhoods in Ot- in the Glebe, at Bank and Fifth, Bank it can handle – and too little fund- three weeks (I say consorted, be- to present research on scenarios I pesticides. There is significant scientific evidence that the compounds used cause we chatted more than I taught) tawa where we introduced car shar- and Second, the Beer Store at Bank ing for its modest ambitions. He has composed: disputes over joint wat- ing 10 years ago,” says VRTUCAR in herbicides and pesticides have harmful health impacts on humans, wildlife came from 16 different countries and and Clarey, and Bank and Clemow. spent most of his three years as rec- ers, Arctic sovereignty, the future of president and ‘chief sharing officer’ and pets. The health impacts may be magnified in children and pets because of all continents. I was delighted that VRTUCARs are also located at Bill- tor hunting around for donors to sup- Jerusalem, to name just a few. Canadian-born Stephanie Catudal Wilson Wood. “Each shared car re- their smaller body sizes. Studies also show that when lawn chemicals are ap- three were from Bolivia, Colombia ings Bridge, Britannia Village, Car- plement what comes from the United UPeace seems flexible if students gave birth to daughter Harper dur- plied, they are quickly found in even higher concentrations within our homes. and Costa Rica, as Latin American moves eight to ten private cars from lingwood, Centretown, , Nations. Canada politely refused a want to shift between courses: inter- ing the course. Harper? Not named our streets – reducing gridlock, park- , Old Ottawa South, The logic behind the cosmetic ban is that because we have information that the recent begging letter. students are rare in this English-lan- after the PM, but Harper Lee, the au- guage graduate school. And, I have national law, gender, peace educa- ing woes and pollution – helping to Sandy Hill, Vanier, Westboro, West impact of these chemicals on health is negative, they should be avoided when Someone is writing up the hand-to- tion, environment, conflict studies. thor of To Kill a Mocking Bird. make the Glebe a more pedestrian- Wellington, Woodroffe and Baseline, their primary use is cosmetic. mouth history of UPeace in time for to add, 17 of the 23 were gorgeous young women. friendly neighbourhood. And one of and several locations in Gatineau, How will I keep my yard looking nice? the 30th anniversary of its creation. President Rodrigo Carazo had ar- What did we talk about in the 45 our original members from the Glebe through a partnership with Quebec The first step is to consider devoting part of your lawn to growing native ranged the gift of a wonderful site and hours of class time we had? Inside who joined in 2000, is still using car share Communauto. ornamentals. Working with, rather than against, nature gives you a head start, by a vote of the UN General Assem- the year’s course on media and con- VRTUCARs today.” Studies have also shown that people because native plants have adaptations that protect them from pests in your ESCAPE Car sharing would seem to make bly in December 1980, the university flict studies, I had the slot on ethno- who car share reduce their transpor- area. To get an idea of what plants are adapted to our area, you need to travel WOMEN’S CLASSIC CASUAL CLOTHING sense economically, as well as en- was born. Carazo was acting in the cultural conflicts. I was sandwiched tation carbon footprint by half. They to natural areas. The Fletcher Wildlife Garden has a webpage with suggestions vironmentally. “Car sharing can progressive and internationalist spirit between two other Canadians – support public transit more, and tend for native plants that work well in Ottawa. Devoting even a small portion of save you thousands of dollars each of his country. Costa Rica had, after Gerry Caplan, an expert on Rwanda to be healthier because they walk your lawn to ornamentals should cut down your workload. I’m not saying you year, over owning a car,” Wilson and cycle more. Car sharing can be all, started offering political asy- and genocides, and Randal Marlin Spring has arrived! have to turn your yard loose to be colonized by nature – I love my and also pointed out. Based on 2007 an ideal complement to public tran- lum back in 1865, had abolished the (of Carleton and the Glebe) giving cherry tomatoes too. Canadian Automobile Association sit. Members can use transit for their death penalty in 1882, and then sent his famous lectures on “Propaganda New lines and designs! figures (latest available), the cost of daily commute and use VRTUCARs How do I fertilize? the army packing after a very short and the Ethics of Persuasion”. So I owning and operating an economy- for appointments and errands. Mem- You’ve no doubt heard it before – the best form of organic fertilizer is com- civil war in 1948. And it had hosted, wove my way, and we discussed how size car, including gas, financing, bers can even obtain an OC Transpo post. You can set up your own compost bin in a sunny part of your yard. Fill it for a dozen years, the Central Amer- prejudice, a feed-bed for propaganda, Old favorites as well! license, insurance, repairs, mainten- Ecopass (annual bus pass) through up with grass clippings, kitchen scraps and dead leaves. Give it a stir every so ican Court of Justice, forerunner of is behaviour taught, even as we read ance and depreciation is $8,588 per VRTUCAR. often and you will soon have a steady supply of excellent slow release fertil- other international tribunals. poems and sang national anthems. Four Americans sang The Star- year, or $715 per month. The aver- For information on VRTUCAR car izer for your yard. Carazo gave them a prime bit of Spangled Banner self-consciously, 703 Bank Street age VRTUCAR driver, according to sharing, check their new website at Adapting your lawn maintenance practices will allow you to benefit from land: 303 hectares among the hills while Ran Vijay from Bihar rendered Wood, spends about $1,140 per year, www.vrtucar.com. nature rather than work against it. For example, rather than raking them up, and coffee estates 30 km southwest (Glebe Ave.) of San José, and two-thirds of that the beautiful hymn of Tagore and a or only $95 per month, saving over Barbara Griffin is operations man- allow the clippings to absorb into the lawn for fertilizer. Compost makes an land the last remnant of primary for- quartette from South Korea celebrat- $7,000 per year. ager at VRTUCAR. excellent top dressing. Similarly, in the fall, all those dead leaves are full of 613-567-3989 est in the Central Valley. It hosts, ac- ed the natural glories of their land. © claireliz - Fotolia.com nitrogen which, when left on your lawn or in beds over winter, will give a much appreciated spring nitrogen boost. What about pests? Remember that the vast majority of insects found in our garden are benefi- cial. Earwigs and ladybird beetle larvae may look creepy, however, both are actually fierce predators on detrimental insects such as aphids. Pesticides kill these beneficial insects indiscriminately, along with other beneficial visitors NEW PATIENTS WELCOME such as pollinators, which is yet another reason to welcome the ban. Keep your lawn thick and healthy by overseeding, keeping it a bit long, and dressing with compost and you will be less likely to see lawn pests. Inspect your plants regularly for signs of pests such as eggs and holes and pick off or Dr Pierre Isabelle use a hose to wash harmful insects off leaves when you find them. Happy healthy gardening. For more information, these websites have use- Dr Mathieu Tremblay ful material: http://www.additupontario.ca/en/toxics/gardens/index.php and http://www.ofnc.ca/fletcher.php. Combining a beautiful aesthetic with Risa Sargent is assistant professor in the Department of Biology at the GLEBE DENTAL CENTRE University of Ottawa. She can be reached at http://www.science.uottawa. eco-friendly gardening practices. Offering FIFTH AVENUE COURT-EVENING APPOINTMENTS ca/~rsargent/. general garden design and maintenance OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY services from May to August. For appointments call 613-234-6405 Great Glebe Garage Sale n a t u r a l g a r d e n c r e a t i o n s @ g m a i l . c o m - 6 1 3 . 2 0 4 . 3 2 3 3 May 29, 2010 w e b s i t e : w w w . r e n t a b i k e . c a / n a t u r a l c r e a t i o n s . h t m l 30 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 SCHOOLS SCHOOLS Glebe Report May 14, 2010 31 Putting students first Extended funding woes Corpus Christi “It is both an honour and a pleasure to be selected to lead the Ottawa Cath- Thank you to students and staff at Cor- at the OCDSB olic School Board.” said Mr. Hanlon.“This is my 31st year with the board and The EDP runs on a market-cost- pus Christi school for their invitation to I am deeply committed to continuing the tradition of excellent Catholic educa- basis for this service and would celebrate “Green Day.” Truly, you all tion that has made this board one of the top school boards in Ontario.” likely result in a further deficit. If run have the spirit and your song ‘Lead the Mr. Hanlon holds a Masters of Education degree from the University of Ot- on a full cost recovery basis, as the Way to Change the World’ says it all. tawa. A proud father and grandfather, Julian and his wife, Claire, are lifelong provincial legislation pertaining to Check out our Hold on for the official recording – re- residents of Ottawa. lease date to be announced. service provision by school boards Trustee Appointment of Deputy Director of Education would seem to require, the service Kathy Immaculata High School and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Trustee likely would be priced out of the mar- new Ablett Immaculata students and staff have Julian Hanlon, Director of Education (elect) recently announced the ap- Rob ket for most parents. Alternatively, it OCSB been very busy and I was happy to par- pointment of Ms. Denise André as deputy director of education and assistant Campbell will force us not to pursue a cost- re- ticipate in two of their recent activities. secretary-treasurer, effective September 1, 2010. Ms. André has been with the OCDSB covery approach and will incur fur- titles The Honourable Sheila Copps, former Ottawa Catholic School Board for 32 years and has served as a teacher, depart- ther deficit. This could have other federal minister, spoke to a group of senior students about decision making ment head, vice-principal, principal, and since 2003 as a superintendent. implications including the technical and pursuing their goals. In reflecting on the Persons Case and the Famous My article in November in the New Student Trustees Glebe Report explained the benefits legality of following this path. &gift Five, participants exchanged many stories including the differences that still Congratulations to student trustees Michael Lutaaya of Immaculata High The basic ELP funding problem is occur with regard to women in the workforce. The debate about the status of and warts of the Early Years program School and Laura Stemp of All Saints. Best wishes to both of you for a very (ELP), all-day learning for JK/SK that the Ministry funding for labour women’s hockey as an Olympic event was most interesting. successful tenure. rates for the additional teachers ne- items! The very next week I returned to hear Lt. Col. Scott Clancy speak to Grade students at select schools in a year “Going Green” is ongoing one (of five) rollout. With recent Min- cessary for ELP does not match our 11 and 12 students in a law history class. Lt. Col. Clancy was the Canadian labour costs. Readers will recall that Forces operation person in charge in Haiti following the recent earthquake. The board’s Environmental Action Committee continued to provide leader- istry announcements and board num- ship and support to the system in the past year. The committee works with ber-crunching, the implications of the we cannot change these costs, given The students had just completed fundraising efforts on behalf of Haiti and other provincial legislation around were very keen to hear first-hand what was happening. Just a few days later I schools and students to put the board theme “We Care for God’s Creation” OCDSB rolling out this “year one” into action. While green initiatives in schools improve “ecological literacy” program are becoming more clear. a province-wide contract. Also, the learned that a graduate of Immaculata had been on the same tour in Haiti under Ministry is assuming early child Lt. Col. Clancy’s command. Truly, it is a small world. and help the environment, they also have a positive impact on those living in Also, implications for the board of the poverty. Extended Day program (EDP) com- educators (ECE) earn less than they Board Chooses New Director of Education Superintendent of Student Success, Intermediate/Secondary, Denise André; ponent, or the before and after-school actually do in the Ottawa market. • Gift The Board of Trustees for the Ottawa Catholic School Board has selected Principal of Holy Spirit School, Marg Skinner; and Environmental Education care program, are being classified. The basic EDP funding problem is Julian Hanlon as the new director of education. Currently, deputy director of leader, Christine Adam-Carr, presented the newest initiatives in the schools to None of the schools identified for that while some boards already have Certifi cates education, Julian will assume his new role on September 1, 2010, succeeding the board. Twenty schools are working towards EcoSchools certification in this “year one rollouts” are in the Glebe experience with before and after-care retiring director James McCracken. “Julian Hanlon is well known for his de- school year. Last year, seven of the board’s schools were certified EcoSchools: as they are schools with available provision, there are real start up costs votion to our mission of a superior, faith-filled education for every child,” these are schools where students, staff and parents get involved and students space and higher than average need. for those areas where registration • Gift said Gordon Butler, chairperson of the board. “He is respected by educators, take leadership roles for environmental activities. However, the budget implications of numbers are too low to offer the pro- staff associations, parents and community partners for his collaborative and Many students become environmental representatives in their schools. the “year one” trials will affect Glebe grams. School boards across Ontario inclusive management style and his unwavering focus on student success. The Registry Grades 4-9 participate in outdoor environmental education, focusing on schools indirectly. Also, locked-in have urged that the EDP rollout be Board of Trustees is confident that Julian’s proven leadership skills and experi- habitats and communities, biodiversity, interactions in the environment and precedents and standards created now delayed a year in order to work out ence will allow us to build on our achievements and continue to evolve to meet sustainable systems. These half-day camps are held in cooperation with the with respect to these programs will the kinks first. However, the prov- 1095 Bank Street the needs of each and every child.” Baxter Conservation Area, the MacSkimming Outdoor Education Centre, and affect schools in subsequent phases. ince seems to be pushing ahead at Mr. Hanlon began his career in education with the former Carleton Roman YMCA Camp. A further focus is on experiential learning and field trips to a The ELP cost to the OCDSB for this point. (613) 232.7406 Catholic School Board as a teacher in 1979. After becoming a department head waste management facility, local watercourses and organic food producers. the 50 all-day classrooms we are re- I support the ELP/EDP initiatives www.kaleidoscopekidsbooks.ca and a vice-principal, he was principal of Notre Dame High School and St. Notre Dame, Sacred Heart and St. Mark high schools offer “The Environ- quired to provide are underfunded in general terms and congratulate the Mark High School, as well as a system principal in staff development. Later, ment” Specialist High Skills Major course with career-focused learning. All by about $1.3 million. Enrolment is government for beginning to move as superintendent of schools, he brought leadership skills and insight to his of the board’s green initiatives count on community connections and co-op above expectations at one Kanata- on this. However, I continue to repeat portfolio in human resources. Mr. Hanlon has been deputy director of educa- placements for students. area school. This will most likely my critique about the implementa- tion since 2003. The board continues to be a provincial leader in energy efficiencies with require OCDSB-only funding of two tion and funding involved. solar hot water at Kanata North Catholic Elementary School (opening Sep- additional classrooms. If we do not By adding a new structural deficit General Auditions tember 2010), efficient motors (energy capture) at Sacred Heart High School, shift these classrooms from else- to our existing deficit (particularly the for students currently in grades 3 through 7 Sell For Just 3.75% or Less and solar electric power at St. Pius X High School. where, this will cost an additional ELP component relating to ongoing Students continue to be the cornerstone of school-based environmental ac- $0.3 million. labour rate funding), the OCDSB, tion committees. Readers will recall that the OCDSB unlike most other boards in the prov- For information, go to: ottawacatholicschools.ca/content.php?doc=5411 is facing an expanding structural defi- ince, will be forced to cut deeper into Early Learning Program (ELP) Update cit of $14 million, which will only its core services and spending. This In September 2010, the Ottawa Catholic School Board will begin phasing in grow if we do not deal with it now. will have an impact on such services full-day learning for four- and five-year old kindergarten students. The board In order to roll out “year one” of the as custodial care, school budgets, received an update on phase-two schools, for the 2011-2012 school year. ELP, the OCDSB deficit will, in all special education and ESL support. * Phase-one ELP schools in September 2010 are: Bayshore Catholic, Brother likelihood, balloon another $1.6 mil- The province assumes that boards André, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Our Lady of Wisdom, St. Bernard, St. lion. This will mean steeper cuts to have reserves and surpluses and that *Independently Owned and Operated Brigid, St. Daniel, St. Catherine, St. Elizabeth, St. Martin de Porres, St. Pat- core services. I have voted against they will somehow cope. This might rick, St. Michael (Corkery) – board funded. adding the two classes. I favour trans- be true for some, though not likely Saturday, April 24, 2010 & Saturday, May 29, 2010 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 613-230-8888 Phase-two ELP schools in September 2011 are: Prince of Peace, Our Lady ferring under-enrolled classes from for most. It is manifestly not the elsewhere and spreading registration case for the OCDSB. This will make McNabb Community Centre, 160 Percy Street, Ottawa of Peace, Blessed Kateri Takekwitha, St. Michael (Corkery) – Ministry fund- Bronson @ Gladstone ed. For more information about full-day kindergarten, go to: ottawacatholic- pressure across classes, but this view budget discussions coming up in a To arrange an audition contact Andi at 233-4440 schools.ca/content.php?doc=6418 has not enjoyed majority support. month or so, even more problematic. Certainly, there is no easy decision. Stay tuned. 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brought with her amazing enthusi- ameron ready filling. Ella was picked up by all this great time outside. C terson’s Creek. Upon closer exam- asm and an ease with the children. a volunteer from Turtle S.H.E.L.L. Spring was marked once again ination, there were legs, tail and a

We are fortunate to have Bethia with aren Tortue and taken to the turtle hospi-

K head. At first, the turtle seemed to be by our celebration of Mother’s Day us until well into June. tal where she had a little swim, had a with tea parties. I hope you were quite peaceful and happy to us and Finally, registration for the Toddler we always looked forward to seeing little drink and was slowly progress- able to join us for the festive occa- and Senior classes will remain open Photo: ing by the end of that day. After be- sions prepared by the toddler, senior Enjoying storytime with Liane her day after day. After a couple of as we have a few spots available. weeks though, we noticed that she ing fully assessed that night, she was and junior classes on May 6 and 7. Registration packages are available By Joanne Gallop listed in “serious condition.” Each year, our young students work of trying new things. As they grew had not moved for many days and from the Glebe Community Cen- older, classes provided a familiar It has been a week and a day now hard to prepare not only a feast of After 10 years at Good Morning began to worry about her. So we tre front desk, or from the nursery and friendly place to return to after since she has been under the great sweets and tasty goodies for parents Creative Arts and Preschool, our made a plan to help the turtle because school. If you have a little one who school. care of Michelle and Suzanne at and families to enjoy, but also treats treasured director, Liane Gallop, is we suspected that she would not sur- might attend either the toddler pro- “Liane is wonderful. She brought Turtle Re-Hab. Although not yet eat- for our eyes and ears: home baked moving on to new things. We wish vive the filling of the canal with no gram in the morning, or the senior a remarkable combination of joyful ing on her own and having to be tube sweets and entertainment in the her well and hope that she enjoys place to crawl up on to breathe. Pat- class, four afternoons per week, energy and calm competence to all fed, she is becoming stronger and form of a show of fabulous drama whatever she chooses to do next. But terson’s Creek is so beautiful with this is excellent news. The coopera- aspects of her job” says Steph Small, its new stone walls, but not a place stronger. She has had her first “poop” skills. These truly were events to oh how we will miss her. tive environment is a wonderful op- past president and mother two GM- for a turtle who wasn’t moving. The since her rescue, and it is especially remember and savour. I hope you The thing is, Liane is not just a portunity for you and your child to much-loved teacher. Over the years, CAPS veterans. “All the children plan required a ladder, a milk crate good news that everything is starting captured it all with your cameras. meet new children and families in a she’s reassured us as we kissed our adore her. My kids couldn’t have got and our wagon to move the turtle to a to work now. She will remain in Tur- Next, look for us on Third Avenue supportive, fun and creative environ- two year olds goodbye and prepared a better start to their schooling.” She muddy bank not far away. tle Rehab for at least a month as she at the Great Glebe Garage Sale on ment. Thank you Stephanie and Rob to leave them for the first time. She’s really knows how to run a great pre- The other detail had to deal with continues to heal. Suzanne has sent Saturday, May 29. We will have de- Cartwright of Bonanza Printing for taken a morning preschool program school” agrees Suzanne McCarthy, the legality of being in the creek us a picture of Ella in her new sur- licious baked goods and coffee for kindly printing of all our registration and turned it into a creative arts also a past president. “Parents love and also taking the turtle to a new roundings being warmed in blankets. sale at the garage sale to give you packages. school that inspires children with and respect her and so do the chil- home. I contacted the City of Ot- I would like to thank both Michelle Monet and The Beatles. She’s en- dren.” tawa and then, a group called “Turtle and Suzanne for keeping us up-to- couraged art students to teach, and Joanne Lennon, who is the current S.H.E.L.L. Tortue”. Michelle from date on her progress, and parents and teachers to become artists. And of volunteer president at the preschool, Turtleshell quickly made it clear many community members for their course, she’s enticed our children to adds “Saying Liane is going to be that leaving the turtle one more night support. explore, express and soak up every missed is a huge understatement. She might be devastating and even too Since she is a “snapping turtle” and colour, sound and scent that sur- is one of those special teachers every late. She convinced me to take action now an endangered species (Decem- rounds them. parent hopes their child will get. We quickly that very night as this turtle ber 2009), there are many strict rules Literally hundreds of children, thank her for everything she’s done probably hadn’t eaten since last Oc- as to where she will be put back. She DR. JOHN OUEIS DENTISTRY many of whom start at the tender for Good Morning. She leaves a tober, was awakened early by the is also very territorial by nature. 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Thought for the Day BEST With a borrowed ladder, Eva’s grandmother’s fishing net, Miss We have a chance to help the “snap- Jen’s rubber boots, the oven mitts ping turtle species” who may become from the kitchen, a wet towel in a extinct by the time our children grow large container and the support from into adulthood. Thank goodness we House For rent Cameron, Owen and Mom O’Grady, had this opportunity to address this I proceeded into the pond to save the issue through education of ourselves old ottawa south - 14 Chesley street turtle. She was so weak that she only and our children, care of our environ- moved her toe when I picked her up. ment and Turtle S.H.E.L.L. Tortue, a Beautifully renovated, open concept, 3+ bedrooms, Before I even left the pond, I was on registered Canadian charitable organ- 2 family rooms, music room, 2.5 bathrooms, hardwood/ the phone with Michelle who told me ization dedicated to the turtles. Their what to do. 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b 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. School tours for alumni books, volunteered at the sale or sim- leadership of coach McMann. The every day for that whole week. The Fraser, Joe Fraser and Sean Malia. teams participated in a tournament at 63 JK and SK students sang gospel They sang three songs, including an ply shopped at our school. The funds tone Visitors are asked to sign in at the school office. S raised here will make up a good part the end of April. In May, our students songs with actions. Mrs. Wong, the original composition and a rocking Student council members will provide tours of the school, of our school council budget for next will start to train in track and field. Kindergarten teacher, is grateful to cover of “Sweet Child of Mine.” including all of the changes, the artifacts on display and a few year. Various teachers will be coaching work with these talented musicians. The concert was a total success typical classrooms. First Avenue is getting ready for them in disciplines such as running “The ‘Blues in the Schools’ program because we were both meeting new

Photos: Larry Wednesday, May 19 its yard renovation this summer. and long jump and our best perform- gives the children confidence per- people, and singing and watching a ers will participate in a regional meet forming in public,” she said. “Every wonderful performance. And it’s just Mutchmor student in action at the Tinikling Bamboo Dance event at the 2010 6:15-7:30 p.m. Musical, “One Hundred Years” The current play structure in the Mutchmor Jumpathon large yard will be replaced by a new in June. year, we’ve had a great experience.” the beginning… watch for us at the 8:00-9:15 p.m. Musical, second seating That same week, the Grade 6 chil- one. We will take advantage of this Isabelle Flannigan is the vice prin- July 2010 Bluesfest. Mutchmor Earth Day Jumpathon Admission: $3 per person dren also worked on writing songs. replacement to rearrange the yard cipal at First Avenue School. By Cindy Kirk, Mutchmor School Council It was a lot of fun. We worked with Phoenix is a Grade 6 student at Thursday, May 20 Rick Fines and Diga Wolf for an hour Corpus Christi School. Mutchmor’s “Earth Day Jumpathon,” held on Thursday, April 22 definitely put the “fun” in fundraising. After an impressive skipping demonstration from 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. School tours for alumni (see description above) the Ottawa Acro-Ropers, the children of Mutchmor were eagerly looking for- ward to the Earth Day Jumpathon. The students all had a great time, as did Please RSVP by May 14 to [email protected] or call the the many volunteers, while participating in skipping, Chinese jump rope and school office at 613-239-2348 Philippine Tinikling (bamboo stick jumping) games. The boys and girls all loved these activities. And who knew that Mr. Firestone was such a double- dutch skipping master. We are also pleased to see that many students have been inspired to take up skipping as a recess activity. We want to thank all the parents, friends, relatives and neighbours who donated and helped us raise $6,000 toward the Mutchmor Greening Initia- tive’s outdoor classroom. Thank you also to our corporate sponsors who gave generously to this initiative, including: Adcor Construction, Acorn Early TED R. LUPINSKI Learning Centre, Diane Allingham and Jennifer Stewart, Brokers, Royal Le- Chartered Accountant • comptable agréé page Performance Realty, Faulkner Real Estate and Tracy Arnett Realty Ltd, Brokerage. egan R ’ O 137 Second Avenue, Suite 2 Tel: 613-233-7771 Ottawa K1S 2H4 Fax: 613-233-3442

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Public Information Session Proposed Construction on Glendale Avenue (Cul de Sac to Chamberlain Avenue) and Chamberlain Avenue (Glendale Avenue to Lyon Street) Watermain, Sewer and Road Reconstruction

Mutchmor students, parents and staff celebrating the dedication of our out- You are invited by the City of Ottawa to attend a Public Information Session door mural regarding the subject construction project that is scheduled to commence in the summer camp summer of 2010 and expected to last for the full construction season. Mutchmor’s Tropical Corner By Judith Haney The work involves replacing the existing combined sewers with new larger com- bined sewers and replacing the watermain on Glendale Avenue with a new larger Mutchmor’s junior yard has a tropical corner replete with lush greens and watermain, all within the road allowance. The combined sewer will be replaced on blues, and many vibrant hues of the colour palette. There are bug-eyed frogs, Chamberlain Avenue. Sewer laterals and water services within the road allowance birds dipping for nectar, pandas, elephants and other frolicking creatures. How to the property line will also be replaced. Water lead services on private property does one maintain such a jungle in our northern clime? On a mural of course. can be replaced as part of the project and a representative from the Lead Pipe A happy gathering of young artists and parent volunteers took place at Replacement Program will be on hand to answer residents’ questions. Mutchmor P.S. on Thursday, April 22 to celebrate the completion of a mural which was started in 2006 and completed last fall. Under the guidance of local The session will include: artist Marie-Christine Feraud, children in Mrs. Hodges’, Ms. Sheehy’s, Mrs. • Review of design drawings showing the planned work. Games, Fitness, Focus, O’Doherty’s, and Mr. Curtin’s classes (2006-2007) drew and painted animals • Discuss impact of construction work on adjacent properties, local traffic, etc. Friends and New Skills! while Ms. Feraud and parent volunteers cultivated the vegetation. Since many • Discussion of concerns. of the children involved are currently in Grade 6, school council was glad to • Comments and suggestions. his summer treat your child to anger management skills and leap, roll, have the opportunity to photograph so many of the contributors before gradua- The City, along with Councillor Doucet, will be on hand to present the project and a unique experience with our run and kick like there’s no tomorrow. Our tion. respond to questions. super fun martial arts summer camps are small in size, affordable and fill Special thanks go to Robert Vanasse of Bétonel Paints on Newmarket Street T Wednesday, May 26, 2010 — 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. camps. They’ll make new friends, learn up fast! Call today for our schedules and for his donation of materials. Also deserving of our gratitude are all the stu- Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Avenue how to deal with bullies, develop new be sure to reserve your spot early! dents who contributed their talents, the teachers and the parent volunteers. July 7-11, 2008 - July 21-25, 2008 - August 11-15, 2008 Lynn Watson-Senecal, principal when the project began, and a driving force City contact: behind it, was present at Thursday’s gathering. Jennifer Ford earned special Jeffrey Waara, P. Eng., Senior Project Manager 1270 Bank St. mention by wielding the brush for many hours. Tremendous thanks go once City of Ottawa, Infrastructure Services Department again to Marie-Christine Feraud who orchestrated the project. 100 Constellation Cres., 6th Floor West, Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8 613-234-5000 The mural is part of Mutchmor’s yard improvement projects and was par- Tel: 613-580-2424 ext. 27805; Fax: 613-560-6064 www.douvris.com tially funded by money raised in the 2006 auction organized by Mutchmor E-mail: [email protected] School Council. 36 Glebe Report May 14, 2010 SCHOOLS COMMUNITY Glebe Report May 14, 2010 37 Spring energy Glashan wins St James Tennis Club: Community sustainability is contagious at Immaculata open for play By Frankie Leclair grams like mile diets, as well as food- math Olympics again A Sustainable Community Sum- mile labels which are used in the UK by Susie Kruzlics Grade 7/8 students who call them- mit in Ottawa was held April 24 with to indicate the number of miles food Spring has sprung at MAC and the selves “MAC Helping Hands” organ- the goal of serving as a public forum has travelled instead of vague “im- energy is contagious. Students and ized and hosted an event on April 30. to connect stakeholders, academics ported from Mexico” labels. Blouin staff are busier than ever preparing The fundraiser reception and talent and the community in a discussion explained the various reasons to for events, trips and fundraisers. show included food and entertain- on how to build sustainable com- shop locally including the reduction In March, Miss Raffin`s Grade ment with proceeds going to fund munities. Ottawa Centre MPP Yasir in greenhouse gas emissions and the 11/12 computer engineering class recreational activities at Abbotsford Naqvi organized the day which host- reduction in refrigeration. Still, Can- participated in a robotics workshop in the Glebe. Congratulations 7/8 ed about 50 people with a to-do list ada is a northern country and a large at the University of Ottawa. Stu- students on your outstanding efforts. to determine how to take action col- number of food products must be im- dents learned to build and program Thank you to our Grade 11 mentors lectively in our communities. “Let’s ported. “I’m not advocating against for their assistance. their own robots to compete in Sumo identify policy challenges that exist trade,” explained Blouin. “The goal On Friday, May 7, many Ottawa wrestling competitions, one-on-one on a provincial level, so I can advo- here is to increase the share of local high schools bussed all of their stu- cate on your behalf,” said Naqvi. food in our diet.”

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dents to Immaculata and participated M first place team from MAC: Colin The future of community sustain- Blouin, like Kariouk, supported an in Bear Hug, a high-profile fundrais- um Muldoon, Khaled Teriaky and Eric H ability was discussed by a panel of initiative to keep green space. De- er for cancer research. All students sama U oo experts who weighed in on local food veloping the Green Belt will mean Willmets with their robot “Obama.” and staff from these schools went S Also in March, a group of students availability, responsible urban design longer journeys to farms, which out to the canal and formed one giant won’t be local anymore. Blouin also traveled to Italy and Greece for two Photo: and renewable energy. Paul Kariouk, hug around it. That’s 14 km of high The Glashan math team Photos: an associate professor at Carleton talked about farming as having a cru- weeks under the supervision of mod- school students and staff striving for Valerie Bryce and Francisco Alveraz ern languages teacher Lisa Shea. In University began the discussions cial impact on water and ecosystems. the Guinness Book of World Records By Luka L., Hao W. Wainio-Théberge and Hao Wang. April, science teachers Daria Bor- This well loved tennis club which with a presentation on urban design. “Farmers are political actors in their Largest Hug. The Bear Hug was fol- and Sarah M. This team was also coached by Ms. Using New York Central Park as a decisions,” said Blouin, adding that land and Doug Blain and their Arc- Roberts. has long been a feature of the Glebe lowed by a day of community spirit April was another busy month prime example, Kariouk focused they need to be valued. tic exchange team travelled to Akla- After a refreshing forty-five minute community is open to all ages and and activities. Immaculata’s fund- at Glashan as the Grade 8 students on densification as a key element in Graham Findlay from 3G Energy vik, North West Territories to visit a lunch break, the teams of four split levels of experience in tennis. Open raising goal was $22,500. We thank started their integrated studies unit, urban design. “The single most im- Corp. ended the panel discussion group of students taught by a former up into partners, with the Grade 8s from early May through September, the community for all of your dona- Glashan Goes Global. Students portant thing in living sustainably is with his talk on renewable energy. MAC science teacher, Valerie Glee- pairing with the Grade 7s of the op- St James Tennis Club has had many tions and support. chose one issue affecting the world’s keeping green space,” said Kariouk, He suggested that Ottawa could fol- son. Later in May, the Aklavik stu- posite gender. With their partners, reincarnations in its long history Also in May, Immaculata stu- population such as poverty, access adding that the idea to take areas such low examples set by other cities to dents will visit their Ottawa “twin” the students headed off to their re- and still inhabits a cottage-like club dents elected their new 2010-2011 to clean drinking water or conflict. as LeBreton Flats and turn them in make renewable energy more access- students, billeted by students’ fam- maining three tasks. These tasks house where it sponsors through- student council representatives. Then, they began to research the suburban developments is perverse. ible. As an example, Findlay noted ilies. included puzzles, code-cracking out the summer endless numbers of The partnered old and new student situation and come up with some Kariouk advanced the idea of mak- that Dallas, Texas has installed solar In April, Immaculata’s 7/8 students activities, and academic math ques- classes, tournaments and free court councils will collaborate in organ- possible solutions and ways that they ing green spaces to suit all ages and panels under which cars park in lots. once again participated at the Ottawa tions. The students worked diligently time as well as social and family izing year-end events, including the can make a difference. Students first types of people. “Over 55,000 homes in Ottawa Cen- Regional Science Fair. After setting in the classrooms of St. Matthew’s events. You can see by the smiles on Student Council BBQ and Spirit went through a simulation activity Chantal Blouin, an associate direc- tre alone are suitable for renewable up Friday night, they spent all day High School. The school administra- the participants’ faces that everyone Week. to understand just how privileged tor from the Centre for Trade Policy energy set-ups,” said Findlay. The Saturday, patiently answering ques- The school year is quickly wind- tion was kind and generous enough is anxious to get back on the courts, North Americans are compared to and Law, followed up with a talk on day ended with group discussions on tions posed by the judges and guests. ing to a close. Grade 10 students to let the students compete there get moving and enjoy this great old inhabitants of other continents when accessibility of local food. Keeping each topic during which participants All of them were clearly very proud have written the literacy test and all on the weekend, as well as provide recreation facility right in the heart it comes to accessing food, water, food local is “a factor we have control could further explore the ideas pre- of their work. They represented their high school students will write their volunteers to enable the whole com- of the community. education, health care, opportunity in,” said Blouin. “Buying is voting.” sented to them throughout the mor- school extremely well. The teach- final exams in late June. We wish the petition to happen. The rain outside For information on hours and and comfort. The unit will culminate Eating locally recently became high ning. ers from Immaculata, Jean-Benoit graduating class of 2010 all the best did not discourage the students from membership fees, go to www.st later in May with students showcas- profile around the world with pro- Frankie Leclair is an Ottawa writer. Lanca and Matt Banks, were also in their future endeavours. We are working to the best of their abilities. jamestennis.ca. ing their research and solutions. Marie-Hélène Poisson present with their students. Prize also sorry to see several of our staff Everything was timed, so it was an In other news, Glashan has brought winners included: “Heads Up!” (2nd retire: we bid adieu to Lucie Patrice, epic race to the finish. home the Carleton-Ottawa Math Susan Garry, Joanna Audet and Al- The winning Glashan team is anx- place and $60 cash), “Solar Turbine” Olympics trophy for the third year lan Braun and thank them for many ious to compete in the provincials ($200 cash), and “The Induction of in a row. The Carleton-Ottawa Math years of service. Congratulations, on May 29 in Orillia, Ontario. The Magnetic Fields through Conduct- Olympics competition consists of st and all the best to you all. second place finisher, Hawthorne ors” (1 place and $175 cash, and all seven events, four in the morning Public School, will also be at the expenses paid trip to Canada-wide Susie Kruzlics is a teacher at and three in the afternoon. In the provincials. The competition will be Science Fair). Congratulations. Immaculata High School. morning, teams of four work togeth- tough, but Glashan is confident that er on team sets, including puzzles, it can win. crosswords, Sudoku, algebra, and And finally, the Grade 7s spent time other intense activities. The winning in April brushing up on their French team consisted of Luka Lawford, and history knowledge in preparation Sarah Mitchell, Marcus Nussbaum for the three-day trip to Quebec City and Lia Codrington. It was coached May 12-14. All students are excited to victory by teacher Sarah Roberts. about the chance to see history in Glashan sent out two teams of four, action and to see the location where each with one Grade 8 boy and one many important events took place. Grade 8 girl, one Grade 7 boy and Stay tuned for more exciting updates one Grade 7 girl. “It was fun,” said in next month’s Glebe Report. Andrea Liu, who enjoyed the day very much, especially working with Luka L., Hao W. and Sarah M. are her group, Kennedy Mason, Soren students at . 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That Today, we look at picture books that hint at the possibility that parents are being said, the “Senhor Canada” but make us feel more at home in our own lives. Doubleday 2008 Here is a list of some titles read and discussed in various local book clubs: actually people. story is heartbreakingly poignant. When our first daughter was born, our friends Clive Doucet and Patty Stein- REVIEWED BY S.A.M. McCUE TITLE (for adults) AUTHOR Harriet, You’ll Drive Me Wild (Mem Fox, By the time this story opens, Man- berg gave us an album of children’s music entitled Free to be You and Me, an Was it Tolstoy who said that each uel has failed at a number of ventures The Book of Negroes1 Lawrence Hill ambitious project spearheaded by actor Marlo Thomas twenty-five years ear- illustrated by Marla Frazee; 2003; Voyager unhappy family is unhappy in its own Loving Frank2 Nancy Horan Books) is another great example of honesty and turned to alcohol for consolation. lier, to break various stereotypes and open children’s eyes, hearts and minds way? That being the case, the Por- Though his dreams have failed, he Barnacle Love3 Anthony De Sa in parent portrayal. As her mother makes her 4 to the possibilities of a better world. One of the many concepts the album tuguese family in Anthony De Sa’s does not blame his chosen country. La montagne secrète Gabrielle Roy way through the Saturday chores, little Har- 5 introduced was the idea that “Parents are People.” The song by the same name Giller-nominated book has a unique Unspoken is that he blames himself. The Little Giant of Aberdeen County Tiffany Baker riet causes an escalating series of disasters, 6 explained that every mom and dad was once a child, and that parents have tale. But the saga, told in joined short “Senhor Canada” is told, not through The Sorrows of an American Siri Hustvedt making it increasingly difficult for her moth- 7 many abilities and jobs outside the home. stories that take place in Portugal, Manuel’s eyes, but those of his son. Smoke and Whispers Mick Herron er to maintain a loving, calm and restrained 8 I understood the importance of recognizing the humanity of one’s closest Newfoundland and Toronto, is also We squirm with his embarrassment as Lucky Girl Mei-Ling Hopgood humans but, looking at my angelic newborn, I couldn’t foresee her misunder- reaction to her antics. Through effective de- filled with the sort of cross-cultural The Elephanta Suite9 Paul Theroux piction of body language and careful word- his increasingly drunken father plays standing my status as a fellow person. Almost eleven years and thousands of friction that is common in many im- O Canada over and over on a blar- White Tiger Aravind Adiga ing, this book does justice to the frustration, 10 parental interactions later, the idea still seems far from radical, but the need migrant stories. ing record player as part of a Can- A Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn remorse, reflection and eventual relief on 11 to introduce and reinforce the concept is now crystal clear. In fact, I would The stories begin in the old coun- ada Day ritual. The boy’s mother and Unaccustomed Earth Jumpa Lahiri both sides of this explosive situation, with- 12 now see reason to add to the defining refrain “parents are people, people with try where a cherished eldest son feels The Draining Lake Arnaldur Indridason out taking the temptingly typical comedic sister get out of the house, knowing children;” several more phrases including: people with feelings, people with smothered by a controlling mother look at the frustrated parent. I believe this what is to come. Whether it his own personalities, people with good days and bad days, people with strengths and and an abusive church. We under- TITLE (for children & teens) AUTHOR honest, sympathetic look at a common parent-child interaction helps children ritual, a sort of rubbing salt in the weaknesses, people who struggle to make good decisions, people who make stand why he wants out and the cour- 13 and adults understand and accept themselves, each other and their important wound, or loyalty we do not know, Candor Pam Bachorz mistakes, people who experience conflicts and achievements. age that it takes to act. In this day and and real relationships. but the son stays. He stays while his The Musician’s Daughter Susanne Dunlap In short, parents are people. age, and in this country, it is often friends compete in round after round Different graphic novels14 Various authors In the thirty some years since this album was created, huge efforts have difficult to comprehend the physical 15 When-I-was-A-Little-Girl (Rachna Gil- of bike races, the winners of which Ida B. Katherine Hannigan been made to help children understand themselves, their rights, their world and psychological limitations faced 16 more, illustrated by Renne Benoit; 2006; receive a loonie prize from his fath- Caddie Woodlawn Carol Ryrie Brink and their feelings and to help equip them to deal with the feelings and ac- by those moving to a new country. Second Story Press) paints an honest, if er. He stays to turn down O Canada tions of their siblings and peers. But, for the most part, little effort has been Anthony De Sa, with his always humbling, picture of our sometimes less- when his father passes out; he stays made to help children understand and interact with the people who happen to competent, often lyrical prose, helps to hear his father cry, “Dreams, no 1 Abbotsford Book Club than-honest memories of our pre-parent 2 be their parents. Parents continue to be portrayed in children’s media as two the reader to get it. more dreams.” Broadway Book Club selves and the role these imagined mem- 3 Can’ Litterers dimensional dispensers of privileges, consequences and humorous reactions. In Portugal, we meet Manuel, the This book is sad, but it is not I think such representation wastes opportunities to understand, improve and ories play in coercing our children into 4 Cercle de lecture de l’Amicale francophone d’Ottawa son of a dead fisherman. Manuel’s dreary. You will like Manuel for his 5 OnLine Audio Book Club: www.DearReader.com learn from some of the most important relationships in a child’s young life. better behaviour. “Oh, Lisabeth, you’re 6 so picky!” begins this thought-provoking mother associates fishing with death almost undying sense of hope and for OnLine Fiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com Luckily, exceptions exist. and loss, so she sacrifices both her his decency. Because you like him, 7 OnLine Mystery Book Club: www.DearReader.com story, “When I was a little girl I ate every- 8 own comfort and that of her younger you will want to keep reading, keep OnLine Nonfiction Book Club: www.DearReader.com thing I was given.” Then, magically, out of 9 Seriously No-Name Book Club The Grandmother Doll (Alice L. Bartels and children in order that Manuel, her hoping that things will get better for illustrated by Duscan Petricic; 2001; Annick nowhere, Mom’s perfect former childhood 10 OPL Sunnyside Branch Sunny Reads eldest, will not have to fish. The him. You will love his creative and 11 The Book Club Press) details the grouchy mother-daughter self appears, setting unreachable standards 12 and then, with the help of a grandmother’s special education that she pays the undyingly loyal wife. You will admire Anonymous interactions on day X of flu-induced confine- church to give him includes extras his brave, thoughtful son. After you 13 OnLine Teen Book Club: www.DearReader.com memory, falling from grace. It’s not easy to 14 ment. Both Katy and her mother “are having that turn him against the life she has have read Barnacle Love, you may OPL Sunnyside Branch Guysread one of those days,” the kinds of day we’ve all decide who you should root for, as this story dances in the grey areas of sym- 15 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club (7-9 years) pathy, honesty and even revenge. I love how it skillfully presents Lisabeth’s chosen for him and toward the one understand just a little better why it 16 OPL Sunnyside Branch Mother-Daughter Book Club (10-12 years) had plenty of, but we so seldom see accurately she fears. Fishing is his only way is so very difficult for people to pull portrayed in picture books. I love this book for mother as parent, child, rival, victim and friend. Life and relationships can be out and in Terra Nova, the book’s up roots and move to another coun- its true-to-life snaps, stomps, glares and slams. complicated. This book demonstrates that complexity combined with honesty If your book club would like to share its reading list, first group of stories, we see how he try. And, if you think about it long The bulk of the story is in the magic that hap- and respect for its readers provides some great laughs along the way. please e-mail Micheline Boyle at [email protected]. manages it. enough, you may be able to imagine pens in Katy’s room, but, for me, the famil- This half of the book is probably what it was like for your ancestors to iar grouchiness of mother, child and even the Then, there are the flecks of honesty that stronger because, in addition to the come to this place when things were magical grandmother doll — and the mother’s shed tiny lights on real parents. They are the details that are not the focus of the story, but fine writing, we are learning so much not nearly so ‘easy’. the honest, sometimes humourous backdrop: about Manuel, about fishing, and S.A.M. McCue has taught courses Twinkle Little’s mother sneaking chocolate be- especially about the Portuguese and on Canadian women writers and fore breakfast in Sally Dog Little, Undercover Newfoundland cultures of the time. started book clubs in Peterborough, Agent; the reference to Mrs Goat’s favourite It is a little harder to sustain interest James Bay and Ottawa. She currently beer in Mrs. Goat and Her Seven Little Kids; once Manuel arrives in Toronto and lives and writes on Second Avenue. the piercings, funky clothing and believably messy house- hold of Kate’s parents in Let’s Get a Pup! said Kate. Not nearly as many Need Renovations? as I’d hope for, but I’m glad for every one. Parents are people – pretty important people in most young people’s lives – and I think we can all benefit from regular reminders. Dr. K.E. Hashem Andrea Ross is co-creator of the children’s literature and literacy radio program JustOne- Glebe Dental Office MoreBook.com. She lives in the Glebe with her husband, two daughters and a 738-a Bank st. [at Second Ave.] ridiculously large number of children’s books. You can read more from Andrea at WeCanRebuildHer.com – A Breast Cancer Journey. For Appts: 613-232-2222 Welcoming students to the Glebe. Direct billing to your provider. 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I was in the habit of You may remember that I have al- Fourth Avenue at Percy Street, 613-232-4891 TERRENCE MORRIS that same year. We hear of farm ani- inviting friends to go sailing as my ready mentioned the weeds that are www.blessedsacrament.ca mals cast aside or neglected once sailboat, an Albacore, was less likely found all around the shore of the lake. Pastor: Father Joe Le Clair Are you concerned with animal their productive life comes to an end. to capsize with the weight of at least I can’t describe the screams of my Masses: Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. welfare? So are we. Cast off with us The list goes on. Yet amongst all of two people. Shortly into this particu- friend as I dragged her through those on Saturday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 233-8326 Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 9:30 a.m. this cruelty and apparent indiffer- 595 Bank Street lar sail, I recognized a problem. My weeds. Funny how things turn out 3 p.m. when St Giles Church (Bank (just south of�the Queensway) Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. ence – we could debate where ultim- friend was sitting too close. I kept sometimes. My friend was hoping to and First Ave.) is hosting Buddy’s Sundays, 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 8 p.m. ate responsibility lies – are a myriad Weekdays 8-7, Saturday 9-2:30 moving further back in the boat. So be my date on a nice sail. Instead she Ark – an animal advocacy group (elevator available, loop system for people of small organizations (for organiza- did she. I began to have this sinking was my ballast who found herself co-founded by Shirley Carleton and tions, read people) working with de- Housecalls available feeling that she thought she was my being dragged through the weeds. with impaired hearing also available) former Glebe resident Dr. Terence termination to make a dent Free�parking date. I didn’t have the heart to tell her The Christian life can be like that. Morris. Showcasing some in this shameful state of she was my “ballast.” We give our lives to God and we ECCLESIAX of the animal welfare affairs. Most of these Students & seniors welcome. Having moved as far to rear of the expect smooth sailing. We pray, or 2 Monk Street, 613-565-4343 organizations in and groups are run on boat as I could, and having nowhere commit to a number of other spirit- www.ecclesiax.com around Ottawa, there We care for dogs,�cats, ferrets, rabbits,�reptiles,�birds & other pets will be guest speak- shoestring budgets, left to go, I thought about jump- ual disciplines and we expect things Sundays: 11:07 a.m.,* Art & worship service Dr. Hussein Fattah by volunteers, DANJO CREATIONS (613)526-4424 ing ship. Now during a gentle sail to turn out ‘nicely’. Instead, we find ers, information View community art gallery by appointment. often on their own I would often go for a swim off the ourselves being dragged through stands and a “Have *NOTE: Sunday service time of 11:07 a.m. is the right time! dime and certainly boat in the middle of the lake. Che- the weeds. Suffering comes and we Your Say” video on their own time. mong Lake is a very weedy lake, es- wonder why. But we are human, and booth, where you When we naively pecially around the edges, so the best troubles are a part of the human lot FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH can tell them what Matt McQuillan began to scratch be- place for swimming is in the middle. no matter how religious or righteous Fourth Avenue at Bank Street, 613-236-1804 you think. Foot- Master Electrician neath the headlines, My friend and I jumped in giving we are or are not. So why bother with www.fourthavenuebaptist.ca age from this will we had little know- me the opportunity to create some Jesus then? Because God has thrown be included in a forth- Minister: Rev. Clarke Dixon ledge of these groups or distance between us. But as all good us a line. And despite the weeds, coming documentary on McQuillan Electric Services: Sundays, 11 a.m. that so many existed. That Electrical Contractor License No. 7005472 things come to an end, we decided to there is a better world ahead in the animal welfare in Canada, Hymn Sing: Sunday, May 30, 7 p.m. is why Buddy’s Ark was formed; get back in the boat and head back here and now as we respond to the produced by Dr. Morris: “Year after Junior church and nursery available to show the rest of us the important Specializing in: to shore. I got in o.k. but my friend message of Jesus, the message of year we are shocked by reports of work being done by these everyday struggled…and failed. Now it was up love, grace and laying down our lives (parent/tot room available at the back of the church) neglected and ill-treated animals in • Knob & Tube Re-wire lifesavers. We want to give them our to me to rescue her. “Great” I thought and agendas for others. Despite the the media,” says Dr. Morris. “There support and encouragement in their • Service Upgrades to myself, “Now not only will she weeds, in addition to a line to a better GERMAN MARTIN LUTHER CHURCH are the stories of household pets efforts to promote animal welfare, think she is my date, she will think I world, there is also a line to eternal 499 Preston Street at Carling Avenue, 613-233-1671 abused or simply abandoned by their • Additions and Renovations reduce suffering and educate us all am her hero.” But despite my best ef- life as we cling to the work of Jesus owners, cases of mindless cruelty • New Construction Pastor: Christoph Ernst about the animals we believe we care forts, I was not strong enough to haul on our behalf. where the law has few or no teeth to Service: Sundays, 10 a.m., with Sunday school about.” • Satisfying Insurance Companies her in. I was a lousy hero; she was May we never seek smooth sailing make a tangible difference – or so it (first Sunday of month, 11:15 a.m., English service) We are very grateful to: Big Sky good ballast. so much as a good line through the seems. We take pride in our work & make sure your home is safe Ranch, The Bytown Association for Being a good swimmer, she weeds. Then there’s the ongoing saga of GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH Rescued Kanines (BARK), The Cat ESA Registered, Insured & Qualified began swimming for shore. Being Reverend Clarke Dixon can be feral domestic cat populations scav- Rescue Network, Hopeful Hearts, a fair distance from the dock how- reached at the Fourth Avenue Baptist 650 Lyon Street at First Avenue, 613-236-0617 enging a pitiful existence in our city, Responsible Dog Owners of Canada, 613-850-8274 ever, she soon got tired. What to Church at 613-236-1804 or revdee@ www.glebestjames.ca or of yet another “puppy mill” raided and Westminster Pet Sanctuary. do? Being ever resourceful, I came sympatico.ca Minister: Rev. Christine Johnson by police while we confidently pre- Music Director: Robert Palmai Worship: Sundays, 10:30 a.m. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. (wheelchair access, FM system for people with impaired hearing)

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anish vi renovation SANDY HILL RETIREMENT p fabric. $900. Call 613-233-1673. s painting; all types of flooring; High School Math RESIDENCE. Join us on Sat., June drywall repair and installa- “Including” 5, 1-4 p.m. to celebrate our heritage BOY’S 5-SPEED BIKE, 20” wheels, IODE LAURENTIAN CHAP- tion; plumbing repairs and and Physics TER’S 49TH ANNUAL HOUSE and our grand re-opening. Enjoy live MUSIC good shape. Would suit 6-7 year old. Plaster Repairs and entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and $30 obo. Call 613-235-2992. much more. AND GARDEN TOUR. Thur., May Zach 613-796-9230 Texture Ceiling Finishing 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Beautiful homes tours of the building, as well as a CHORUS ECCLESIAE SPRING Please call Jamie Nininger and gardens on display throughout chance to win a trip for 2 to Québec CONCERT, Sun., May 16, 3 p.m. WANTED @ 613-852-8511. References Doug Corrigan 613-224-8063 Ottawa. Master Gardener Ed Law- City. 353 Friel St., Ottawa, 613-234- and 8 p.m., Cloister of the Domini- rence and other gardening experts 3838. See you there. can Convent, 96 Empress Ave. Cho- GARDENING VOLUNTEERS rus Ecclesiae and Symposium Choir, are needed at the Experimental conducted by Lawrence Harris, pres- Farm. Friends of the Farm are look- lunenburg rental GUITAR INSTRUCTION ing for help in the Ornamental Gar- ent their spring concert of Gregorian Large 5 bedroom house on Lunenburg harbour in chant and early renaissance church den, Arboretum and Shelter Belt. For Book now for September Community WebLinks music. Tickets at the door: $15 / stu- info call 613-230-3276, volunteer@ Nova Scotia. Flexible weekly/monthly rentals. • Instruction in rock, jazz, City of Ottawa www.city.ottawa.on.ca dents $5. Info: 613-567-7729. friendsofthefarm.ca, www.friendsof thefarm.ca. Call 613-232-4921 or email [email protected] blues, funk, finger-style Glebe Community Association (GCA) www.glebeca.ca MUSIC TALENT NIGHT. Vari- acoustic and more Glebe History http://ottawahistory.ncf.ca ety concert at St. Giles Presbyterian TO PURCHASE: GENTLY USED • All ages and levels welcome Church, Sun., May 16, 7:30 p.m. ITEMS APPROPRIATE FOR Glebe Report www.glebereport.ca CHILDREN 1-3 YEARS OF AGE Rent Wife Household Organizers • Ask about Conservatory Free-will donations will be used Canada’s contemporary Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group www.gnag.ca to sponsor First Nations and Inuit to use in our home with a shared nanny. 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Longboat Key: simple, charming house, on quiet road, 613-238-3776 www.mutchmorps.ocdsb.ca GLEBE, spaces available, 8 a.m.-5 ‘NANNY SHARE’ with another just steps from the loveliest beach on the gulf coast. Choose from a complete selection of new or rebuilt vacuum cleaners! p.m. I have over 15 years experience. Bags ~ Hoses ~ Parts and service for most makes & models. Phone Julie at 613-234-5865. family starting Sept. 2010. Our 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, pool, easy to maintain. Complete central vacuum sales & service ! youngest will be one and we are FULL-TIME, LIVE OUT NANNY looking for a child of a similar age Must sell: ½ former price: now $489,000 US Hoover ~ Kenmore ~ Miele ~ Samsung ~ Eureka ~ Kirby ~ Beam SPORTS &SPINAL INJURY CLINIC available September 2010. Energetic, for her to spend the days with. 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Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group Glebe Community Centre 175 Third Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 2K2 www.gnag.ca (613) 233-8713 or (613) 564-1058 [email protected] www.ottawa.ca ♦ ♣ ♥ ♠ ♦ ♣ ♥ ♠ ♦ ♣ ♥ ♠ ♦ ♣ ♥ ♠ ♦ ♣ ♥ ♠ Meet Olympian TEXAS’ HOLD ‘EM TOURNAMENT Friday June 4 6:30 - 11:00 p.m. Ryan Semple A gentlemen’s affair at the Glebe Community Centre. Glebe Community Centre The cost of this event is $25 and will include: * Your 2000 chip buy-in (no re-buys) and a complimentary drink from the bar. Thursday, June 3 * Grand prizes will be awarded to the top three players. 7:00 p.m. ♦ ♣ For details, call 613-564-1058 or 613-233-8713 ♥ ♠ FREE ADMISSION

GNAG Ryan Semple, Olympic skier and current Canadian champion, will give a free motivational talk about what it takes to be a champion and achieve your dreams — no matter what they are. Lobster Ryan grew up in the Glebe. Hear his story of going from skiing at Kitchen Party Mont Tremblant to racing at the Olympic Games. Join us for a fun, motivational evening. Cash Bar Summer is Thursday, May 27, 2010 GNAG’s Specialty 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm GNAG offers a wide variety of fantastic specialized camps for Tickets: $50.00 all ages and interests. includes: lobster Whether you are artistic, lobster poutine athletic, creative or adventurous, Live Entertainment strawberry we have something for you. shortcake