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Your CommunityVoice KANATA September 3, 2020 [email protected] 613-45-VOICE www.ottawavoice.ca [email protected] Vol. 3 No. 17 Ford explorer
Anil Jhalli photo Ontario Premier Doug Ford, left, recently explored the DRS Technologies Canada facility along with Kanata-Carleton MPP Merrilee Fullerton and Kanata South Coun. Allan Hubley. The company, which manufactures and supplies defence electronic systems, recently used 3D printers to produce medical equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rick MacMillian, right, the manufacturing program manager at DRS Technologies, provided a company overview to Ford when he visited the capital on August 27. 2 September 3, 2020 - Community Voice News
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Tawfik Sindy, left, and his wife, Nabi, of Kanata, won the guaranteed $1-million prize in the July 29 Lotto 6/49 draw. The couple plan to set up education funds for their children and purchase a new home with their winnings. Seniors housing planned in Beaverbrook
BY ANIL JHALLI 2021. will back onto some greens- “The waitlists are increas- pace, including Tom The Ottawa Community ing and there is a tremen- Thomson Park. Housing Corporation is dous need for affordable “There are some mature proposing additional af- housing all across Ottawa,” trees that are there so it’s just fordable housing units for noted Youdale. “Any oppor- the question of what can be seniors in Beaverbrook. tunity we have to fulfill the done,” said Thomson. “This The City of Ottawa re- need, we have to take that is certainly positive news all ceived a zoning bylaw chance.” around.” amendment application Each L-shaped unit comes Kanata North Coun. Jenna for 251 Penfield Drive. The equipped with one bed- Sudds said there was suffi- developer wants to build a room, a washroom, living cient land to meet the need townhouse-style building room and kitchen area. The for additional affordable consisting of eight single- homes have independent housing. storey units. This latest entrances. “I have always said af- plan is an extension of 231 Neil Thomson, president fordable housing options Penfield Drive that features of the Kanata Beaverbrook are missing here in Kanata seniors housing. Community Association, North, “ said the councillor. Depending on the ap- welcomes the idea of more “I am glad to see we are find- proval process and time- affordable housing in the ing areas here and I am al- lines, Cliff Youdale, the community, understand- ways looking for some more chief development officer ing purchasing or renting options in the community.” with Ottawa Community anywhere across Ottawa For more information, Housing, hopes construc- can be pricey. visit ottawa.ca/devapps. tion starts at some point in The newest development [email protected]
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BY ANIL JHALLI resident who signed the apartments will “tower” petition. “However, this over the nearby homes. Opposition to a planned planned development He added street parking apartment proposal in does not represent appro- has become an issue over Katimavik is picking up priate representation of the years, and it becomes steam. intensification.” increasingly difficult, es- Nearby residents argue Layne has lived in pecially in the winter, the plan doesn’t fit in to Katimavik for 35 years, and to navigate through the the established residential feels the design, scale and community. community. size of the buildings do not “Imagine an ambulance, Nearly 900 people have meet the City’s own criteria or a snowplow, or a big- signed an online petition for intensification. ger vehicle trying to get opposing the plan at press Katimavik features a large through for an emergency time. number of single family and can’t because all the All ladies The City of Ottawa recent- homes and an apartment cars are parked all over the ly received an application complex does not meet place,” said Torti. “I feel this $ to rezone the current piece or enhance the character is a very shortsighted plan.” of property at 33 Maple of the community, Layne Kanata South Coun. Allan clothing Grove Road at the corner argues. Hubley believes the devel- buy 3 ladies clothing get 1 free!!! of Maple Grove Road and “What precedent is this oper is targeting younger buy 3 ladies swimsuits, McCurdy Drive to allow the going to set if this plan goes tenants who are likely to All ladies $ construction of two apart- through,” she continued. use public transit over a 20 swimsuits ment buildings with a total “I did my own canvassing vehicle. get 1 free!!! of 12 units. and there is an overwhelm- Fourteen parking spaces AALLLLargearLgeL QuantitiesQ uMMEN’SanEtitNies’ oofSf SmallS SHIRTSSmaHll IaandnRd T55XLX25SL + ssmall 66XLXmL +a 77XLlXLl toto 7 XXLL “We understand that in- ing number of people who will be available between $ tensification is both de- don’t want this and don’t the two buildings (12 spac- ALL STORE RACKING & HANGERS FOR SALE! sired, and desirable, to see it as a benefit to the es for tenants, and two visi- 5 the province and the city community.” tors spots). from the point of view of Lou Torti, who has lived The councillor said he is cost-effective land use,” in the Katimavik area OPEN DAILY 10 – 4 PM (Covid precautions in place) said Kathleen Layne, one since 1987, believes the PLEASE SEE IRKS, PAGE 5
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Evelyn, 613-903-6136 I TimberwalkRetirement.com I 1250 Maritime Way, Kanata Timberwalk 4 September 3, 2020 - Community Voice EDITORIAL Time to follow suit The provincial financial financial impacts as a result partnerships with compa- in services. This will be in bailout to municipalities is a of the pandemic and has sig- nies like Uber that offer on- addition to the federal and good start, but only goes part nalled more money could be demand services. provincial increases in taxes way to filling the deep hole on the way. A task force has been formed required to cover the costs of the city finds itself in. But the second phase of under the leadership of the the pandemic. The combined additional funding won’t be a blank city treasurer looking at ad- Everyone will have to tight- funding by the province of cheque ditional budget reduction en their respective belts. $124 million represents just The city will have to submit measures in the event the city The city cannot run deficits two-thirds of the projected an application for Phase 2 doesn’t receive the second by provincial law. It means shortfall of $192 million for funding by the end of October round of provincial funding our elected representatives the fiscal year 2020. outlining expenses tied to to close the gap heading into will have to make some hard Of this amount $75 million COVID-19 operating costs. 2021. decisions affecting ongoing is for the deep drop in transit For OC Transpo, which has In other words, finance staff operations. revenue, just half of the antic- seen a steep decline in fare are trying to build a safety net Other municipalities across ipated year-end loss for OC revenue, and other transit should the expected remain- this country have bitten the Transpo. agencies in the province, ad- ing one-third shortfall not be bullet and laid off full-time The balance is to cover ditional financial relief comes covered by the upper level of staff temporarily, notably bus COVID-19 operating costs with a caveat. The provincial government. City council is operators – except Ottawa. and other budget pressures government has mandated missing a major piece of the This council needs to take for 2020. that the city will have to con- puzzle when it sits down to the blinders off and start talk- The Ford government has sider replacing some of their craft the 2021 budget, which ing tough with its unions that recognized some munici- least-used bus routes with is due in 120 days. the status quo isn’t an option palities like our capital city private short-haul private Be prepared for tax in- going forward. A hiring pause have experienced greater services – potentially through creases as well reductions will not be enough.
it took strong leadership beside them to remind res- to help these river keep- OP-ED: Be a local river keeper and commitment to chart idents that the drains have ers acquire and protect for a plan to stop downtown a strong connection to our posterity ecological prop- requirements. Sales of the watercraft are sewers from spilling into local ecology. The paint job erties and wetlands or to Fortunately, Ottawa has a strong and rentals through in the Ottawa River. is not graffiti. Rather it is a help plant much needed long list of attractions and the share-economy are The same determination powerful message deco- trees in the river valleys. tourism officials are doing very popular. The park- is needed by all those who rated by youth participat- If you do get a chance to their best to promote what ing lots of local conserva- swim, drink and fish. We ing in the national yellow kayak or paddle board on our region has to offer. tion areas are packed with all have a role to help pre- fish road program by Trout our river systems please Ontario tourism minister people looking to enjoy the serve and protect our river Unlimited Canada. consider making a finan- Lisa MacLeod has been beautiful and picturesque systems. It is distressing to Our local conservation cial donation. The Ottawa tremendously busy show- waterways. see litter in our parks and authorities are responsible Riverkeeper as well as the casing our province’s best It is great to see the col- watercourses. There is too for promoting and enforc- conservation authorities features. orful watercraft splashing much junk entering our ing regulations that protect for the Rideau, Mississippi BY STEVE DESROCHES Ottawa’s local tourism along our watercourses. water and canal system. the Rideau, Mississippi and South Nation rivers @SteveDesroches promotion agency has Open and public sites We can all do our part and South Nation rivers will gratefully accept your developed an impressive along the shores of rivers and remind our kids to put that flow into the Ottawa donations. This terrible pandemic passport campaign to pro- mean that we can all enjoy waste in its place. Closer to River. Landowners within the has changed the way we mote local restaurants, ho- the water free of charge. home you can make sure They are the good people river valleys may also be el- work and play. tels and sights under the That’s why as a city coun- that the catch basins on behind the scenes. You can igible for tax incentives for With international bor- leadership of CEO Michael cillor I advocated for public your street are clear of de- thank these passionate donations of land under ders closed more people Crockatt. water access when devel- bris and garbage. Many ecologists and scientists government programs. If are choosing staycations Mother Nature also has opments were planned people have no idea that for the quality of our water you love our waters then for their leisure pursuits. a great deal to offer. With on the shorefront of the these curbside drains help system and the health of please put your money These local holidaysYour are the abundance of lakes and Rideau River. KANATA channel rain and melt- our natural environment. where you fish, swim and essentially adventures and rivers in the area it should Much work is neededWEST to CARLETON ed snow to our river and Social media is bursting paddle. activitiesCommunity close to home be no surprise that kayaks keep our water systemsOTTAWA SOUTHstream systems. with pretty river photos. Steve Desroches is a for- that can be done whileYour Communityre- and Newspaper paddleboards areVoice hot clean and green. During My local catch basins But words of appreciation mer Ottawa city councillor specting social distancing commodities. my time on city council, have yellow fish painted and selfies are not enough and deputy-mayor.
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>>IRKS, FROM PAGE 3 something that is in breach, and it will be a tough go un- willing to explore limiting less we can find facts that parking to one side of the can back these claims up,” street or an outright ban said the councillor. near the buildings if it be- Matt Brearey, the vice- comes a problem. president of the Katimavik- Supporting Small Businesses “That’s something we can Hazeldean Community control and make happen if Association, said he looks Through The Fall it does become a problem,” forward to hearing from said the councillor. residents at a planned By: Jim Watson, Mayor Hubley said the pro- September 16 virtual posal fits within the city’s meeting. This summer in the nation’s capital has been much differ- intensification goals, add- “We are supporting the @JennaSudds ent than in years past – one that has presented Ottawans ing that apartment-type residents of our com- with the most signifi cant challenges and setbacks in a units already exist in the munity with awareness generation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the community. as a source of informa- vast majority of major events have been cancelled, many “This is the future, this is tion on our website and residents have found creative ways to enjoy the outdoors what the Official Plan is lay- Facebook,” he said on be- I believeWith school strongly resuming, in theI know need this tonew mentor month bringsyoung uncertainty women. to We, many as in ing out,” he said. half of the local community and rediscover the spectacular sights in the region. The ourwomen community. leaders, As a haveparent an myself, obligation I’m aware to ensurethat this that is a thosestressful coming time for He’s open to construc- association. up behind us are lift ed and are encouraged to aspire big. In new normal has also given many an opportunity to relax, tive suggestions and urges More information on the manyrecognition families. Asfor we International navigate this, I Women’sencourage you Day to befive patient young with women yourself, recharge and reconnect with loved ones. residents to reach out to his development proposal yourfrom family, our communityand the schools. are Keeping being case mentored numbers forlow ais weekkey to bysupporting local, office with comments and can be found at ottawa.ca/ schoolsaccomplished through this female time. We leaders. all have a I part am to incredibly play. We will excited get through about this Now, as our youth enroll in online courses or return to extending this opportunity and am looking to grow it in future concerns. devapps. together.years. classrooms across the city, and our workforce braces for “There needs to be [email protected] I cannot stress enough that COVID-19 is still circulating in our community. The a busy fall, we must remember that the virus is still very numberThank of you, cases Mayorover the Jimlast month Watson, have continued for joining to climb. Ottawa Councillor has Gower, become much present in our community. I want to once again aCouncillor hot spot in theHubley, Province, and and myself this isn’t at something our Budget to be proud Talk of. Wecommunity need to thank the caring residents who have worked so hard to meeting on February 21 and for reiterating that the city is focusexploring on keeping all options,our close contacts including low andtaking limiting over our the exposures. With Kanata Golf the and start plank the curve by respecting public health guidelines. ofCountry school just Club. around I the will corner, continue I implore toyou workto follow on the behalf advice of of Ottawa our The actions we all take will change the impact that this Publiccommunity, Health including physical distancing, opposing this development, washing your andhands, will and providewearing a updates as they become available. pandemic has on our city. Let’s continue to protect our- mask. You can fi nd my regular COVID-19 updates on my website at KanataNorth. selves and our neighbours by practicing physical dis- ca/COVID19.Please take a few minutes and participate in the Kanata North tancing, wearing masks, washing our hands frequently TransitWe know Survey that evidence to help shows OC Transpo wearing ameet mask thereduces transit the riskneeds of COVID-19 of our and fi nding safe alternatives to large group activities. transmission.community. At Ththe elast survey Council canMeeting, be accessedCity Council atextended KanataNorth.ca, the temporary and all your answers are private and confidential. I am also by-law to make masks mandatory in indoor public spaces. Further, masks are now While we are all focused on limiting the spread of the inviting you to join me at my March 7 transit community alsomeeting mandatory to share in the yourcommon ideas areas and of condos feedback and apartment directly buildings. Please with the OC virus, I’d like to take this opportunity to remind residents wearTranspo a mask team.whenever I physical will bedistancing launching is not possible. a new Kanata North that our local businesses are still fi ghting each and every Community Transit Committee and encourage those interested day to remain open, providing goods and services that to Onjoin. August 18, I had the pleasure of virtually sitting down with local Black our community needs. And as the winter weather quickly women, Leading Ladies of Canada, and Councillors Gower and Hubley to discuss racismAs your in our Councillor,community. While I am it was committed diffi cult to listen to to working the women’s towards experi- approaches, restaurants will soon have to close their pa- Editor’s Note securing LRT to Kanata. Last week, I met with Premier Ford, tios, and businesses will have to fi nd new ways to gener- ences with racism, it was inspiring to hear the ways that we can continue to make In our August 20 issue, our front page picture featured Minister Fullerton, Minister MacLeod, and several other ate revenue. It is vital that we continue to support these aMinisters difference. atI encourage Queen’s you Park. all to Iwatch took the every discussion, opportunity posted on my I hadwebsite. to some of the past and present players, officials and um- conveyThroughout the the need pandemic, for the construction Province crews to continued help fund to be Stagebusy working 2 and in local entrepreneurs through these diffi cult times. If pos- pires of the Glen Cairn Men’s Fastball League. We would KanataStage North. 3 of LRTI am inthrilled our tocity. see the March Road Resurfacing Project completed sible, head to your neighbourhood deli for a sandwich, like to pay respect to the men who helped pave the way, buy a book by an Ottawa author, or purchase a gift for and those who kept the league going strong for the past early,Details during on aall period Kanata with Northless traffi development c. Work continues applications on the Herzberg can Sewer be a friend from a local artisan. 50 years. These men are: Don Band, Kenny Smyth, Martin Trunkfound Project, on my and website.the Campeau I encourage Extension Project you is all on toschedule. take aCrews look just and began to Byrnes, Larry LeSage, Tom Flood, Norman Hendryks constructiontrack projects on a newonline: roundabout KanataNorth.ca/development. at Huntmar Road and Richardson Side Road, and Brian Clifton. There is no doubt that this has been a stressful period for whichThe fifthwill improve annual traffi TEDxKanata c fl ow. I will continueevent, toheld share at detailsBrookstreet on these Hotelprojects everyone in our city and across the globe. However, with throughon February my newsletter 28, was and website.a huge success with over 500 people in every day that passes, we are one step closer to a vac- Cenotaph Memorial Stones attendance.My next Kanata Thanks North Virtual to everyone Community who Meeting joined will take us andplace toon theSep- cine. Let’s be patient, vigilant and hopeful that our col- temberincredible 22, at team 7 p.m. of Join volunteers me on Facebook making as thisI discuss event all thehappen Kanata each North A wonderful way to remember a family member or year. lective actions will result in a safe and prosperous future friend who served in the Armed Forces. The memorial Updates and answer your questions. The video will also be posted to my website for all. afterwardsMy girls andfor those I had who a wonderfuldon’t use Facebook. time at the Kanata United Church stones are in place at the Kanata Legion Cenotaph and bookAs always, fair andplease scored reach out some to me great directly reads! if you Many have any thanks questions to allor are ready for engraving. The COVID-19 situation continues to evolve very quickly. concerns:volunteers [email protected]. and congratulations for raising a total of $46,500! Applications must be submitted by Please refer to OttawaPublicHealth.ca/Coronavirus to Upcoming Dates: th Upcoming Events: stay up-to-date on the latest information. 15 Sept. 2020 for this year’s engraving. • Every Saturday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Kanata Farmers’ Market For more information please contact •• Transit September Community 22, 7 p.m.: Meeting Kanata North (March Virtual 7 -Community 6:30 - 8:30p.m.) Meeting on Face- Richcraft Recreation Complex, Minto Room, 4101 Innovation Dr Moira Green at 613 592 3376 book Live or email [email protected]
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6 September 3, 2020 - Community Voice News Pandemic changing how small businesses network
SPECIAL TO COMMUNITY VOICE recipient of the 2019 RBC participants are walking Top 25 Canadian Immigrant around a traditional trade The show must go on. Award. “We know they are show floor from the safety This year the Kanata- eager to join our annual and comfort of their home. Carleton Small Business networking event to meet Once registered, attend- Network will hold its annual the community and show- ees will be sent a short video small business expo virtu- case their products and on how the on-line format ally from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on services.” works. October 1. Fattal says the COVID-19 “It’s so simple and straight- “We know our service is pandemic is changing how forward,” said Fattal. “Once needed because business- entrepreneurs network and people try it they will love WE ARE NOW OPEN! es told us so,” said founder do business. They are hav- the experience.” Rouba Fattal. “But we didn’t ing to pivot towards digital Steve Cody and Bruce want to put anyone at risk. solutions to stay afloat. Linton, the co-founders of So, we’re having an e-Fair The e-Fair will have the Ruckify, will be the keynote instead.” usual booths seen at a live speakers. ALL OUR STAFF HAVE BEEN Major sponsors RBC and event. The opportunity will Special prizes donated by Ruckify are back again this be there too to chat with local businesses from vari- year. local small business own- ous sectors (such as fashion, COVID-TRAINED TO KEEP Your Community Voice is ers about their products and home decor, restaurants, the media sponsor of the services. health and wellness and so event. With the help of eSAX, the on) will be up for grabs. OUR CUSTOMERS SAFE “Local small business- small business network For more information and es are essential for our is hosting the event using how to register, visit kanata- community to grow and Remo, a platform Fattal carletonsbn.ca prosper,” added Fattal, a says looks and feels like [email protected] UPCOMING MILITARY SENIORS ISSUES DISCOUNT DISCOUNT We publish every 2nd week and mail to every home, apartment & business
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BY ANIL JHALLI city run facilities slowly reopen, the Mlacak Centre Join our team and The Kanata Seniors remains closed. Council has cancelled Dubie said the group is keep the city clean. the annual Retirement often mistaken with the Living Fair due to ongo- Kanata Seniors’ Centre. ing concerns surrounding The difference, Dubie September 15 to October 15 COVID-19. noted, is the centre is oper-
The popular event was ated by the City of Ottawa 2020-016_03 Step 1: Register a project Starting postponed at the onset and city-hired staff assist August 15, register at of the pandemic and re- in running programs and scheduled for this fall services for its members. www.ottawa.ca/clean or by calling 3-1-1. at the John G. Mlacak The seniors council is Community Centre. entirely volunteer driven Step 2: Get Cleaning Forty exhibitors were ex- and can hold events out- Encourage others pected to participate in Anil Jhalli photo side of the Mlacak facility to join you! this year’s fair, attracting John Kern, the director of if it chooses. over 300 visitors. the Kanata Seniors Council. “We have been closed Step 3: Win prizes! “It certainly is disap- since mid-March, and pointing, but necessary can have it at some point.” have been sending and it would have been Kay Dubie, president of mailouts to our mem- risky to put all those peo- the seniors council, said bers with COVID info ple in that environment, “ the group is still awaiting and things like that,” said said John Kern, the direc- instructions from the City Dubie. “There’s really not tor of the Kanata Seniors of Ottawa on when it can much we can do. It’s a wait- Council. “We are planning resume programs and ac- ing game for us right now.” for next year, but even with tivities for its members. For more information, Kanata Stittsville & Richmond that, we have to wait and The group operates events visit kanataseniors.ca. West Carleton see what happens. But I am in the Mlacak Centre and an optimist and I hope we while other centres and [email protected]
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BY ANIL JHALLI upcoming season will be Due to ongoing concerns to player development. Ontario Women’s Hockey “COVID has affected a unlike any other in the or- surrounding COVID-19, There is no competition Association and Hockey lot of people in different The Kanata Girls Hockey ganization’s 30-plus years the 2020-2021 season planned. Canada’s Return to Play ways and I expected the Association’s (KGHA) on the ice. will instead shift focus Guidelines are set by the plans based on protocols number to be way less approved by the provin- than it was last year,” said cial and municipal gov- Hooper. “I was pleasant- ernments, in consultation ly surprised to see how with health professionals. many people planned to “It does really limit on register.” what we can do, but there Hooper said numbers are drills that can be could change once reg- AVIS D’ÉPANDAGE DE PESTICIDES done using proper social istration officially opens. Entre le 11 avril et le 15 septembre 2020, l’entreprise GDG Canada procédera à l’épandage distancing,” said KGHA “Information is changing President Trevor Rose. all the time,” continued aérien et au sol de larvicides biologiques dans les eaux stagnantes afi n de contrôler les “We wanted to have some Hooper. “You can’t blame larves de moustiques qui ont des répercussions sur les résidents de Kanata-Nord et des kind of hockey program people who don’t want environs. this year.” their kids to play because Mark Hooper, an execu- they are still concerned Le programme prévoit plusieurs épandages au sol des larvicides VectoBac 1200L (Bacillus tive member of the asso- with the virus and still ciation that helps run the are concerned with how thuringiensis israelensis, PCP # 21062, liquide) et VectoBac 200G (Bacillus thuringiensis KGHA’s registration pro- things will be handled. israelensis, PCP #18158, granulaire) et l’épandage par hélicoptère du larvicide VectoBac gram, anticipates sign-up But I also think that a lot 200G (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, PCP # 18158, granulaire) et Vectolex CG (Bacillus will open in the coming of people want to have a sphaericus, PCP #28008, granulaire). weeks. sense of normalcy and for Hooper said this year’s many, hockey gives that. intent to register numbers And it helps their kids get Vous trouverez la carte des secteur visés et de l’information détaillée sur le programme sur are down by 30 people, not back to being active.” ottawa.ca. Pour en savoir plus sur l’épandage de larvicides, communiquez avec GDG par surprising given the world For more information, courriel à [email protected] ou par téléphone au numéro sans frais 1-877-227-0552. is dealing with a global visit kgha.ca. pandemic. [email protected]
ANNÉE SCOLAIRE Le Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est est très heureux d’enfin retrouver ses quelque 26 000 élèves pour une année scolaire qui promet d’être inoubliable. News Community Voice - September 3, 2020 9
Anil Jhalli photos Welcome To The Neighbourhood!
ABOVE LEFT: Representatives from Metro (pictured to the left of Kanata South Coun. Allan Hubley, centre) presented Kanata Food Cupboard officials with a $5,000 donation before opening the doors of a brand new Metro grocery store on Cope Drive on August 20.
BELOW LEFT: Bernie Lemieux of Bridlewood was the first customer to walk through the doors of the new Metro grocery store on Cope Drive late last month.
NOTICE OF PESTICIDE USE Between April 11 and September 15, 2020, G.D.G. Canada will be applying a biological larvicide by air and ground to stagnant water in order to control larval mosquitoes that impact the residents of Kanata North and the surrounding areas.
The program will use multiple ground applications of the larvicides VectoBac 1200L (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, PCP #21062, liquid) and VectoBac 200G (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, PCP #18158, granular), while VectoBac 200G (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis, PCP #18158, granular) and Vectolex CG (Bacillus sphaericus, PCP #28008, granular) will be applied by helicopter.
The treatment area map and program details may be accessed on ottawa.ca. For further information regarding the larvicide application contact GDG: [email protected] or toll free at 1-877-227-0552. 10 September 3, 2020 - Community Voice News Generous Glen Cairn residents spread LIST FOR 1% SAVE ON COMMISSION, community spirit with crab apples NOT ON SERVICE BY ANIL JHALLI FREE The owners of a large crab MARKET EVALUATION apple tree on Old Colony Road in Glen Cairn are shar- 613-831-8180 ing the wealth with the rest
CHRISTOPHER J. LYONS, BROKER OF RECORD • [email protected] of the community. For the past three years, Josh and Steve Kemp have shared the tart fruit with neighbours. “It’s just our way of giving back to a community we love,” said Josh. “We have all of these beautiful fruits that grow and it just seems like such a waste if we couldn’t share it with people. We don’t care how much they take, we just want to share Anil Jhalli photo what we have.” The Kemps, Josh, left, and Steve are sharing what falls from their crab apple tree with their The Kemps have lived neighbours. in their current home for almost six years, and are Josh said the crab apples themselves but say there is like that,” added Steve. “If known as the people who start falling everywhere a lot to go around. we aren’t going to use it, we hand out full size chocolate very soon due to the change They haven’t done much might as well see if other bars every Halloween. of season, and is urging cooking and baking with people can use it. And we “People have made us people to come with a tarp, what their tree gives them get questions about it every stuff like pies and they are shake the tree, and just let this year and would rath- year so it’s definitely catch- so nice about it, and the the apples fall and take as er other people come and ing on.” stuff they make is so good,” many as they want. enjoy. The Kemps’ tree is found said Steve. “We are glad that Josh and Steve have “It’s a commitment for at 167 Old Colony Road in people are making use of made the odd jar of crab sure, a lot of time and ef- Glen Cairn. it.” apple jelly in the past for fort goes into something [email protected]
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OCTRANSPO.COM News Community Voice - September 3, 2020 11 Fundraising continues for non-profit community group BY ANIL JHALLI to take over the course if opponents.” and apartments). A revised the owners walked away Geoff McGowan, the plan increases the total The Kanata Greenspace from the agreement. president of the board of number to 1,544, replacing Protection Coalition The impasse finally the KGPC, said the group is many of the back-to-back (KGPC) continues its fight reached a virtual court planning an outdoor event townhouses with stacked to stop the planned rede- room in early July after at the Brookstreet Hotel units. The number of de- velopment of the Kanata several delays. Barbara later this fall. Current pro- tached homes goes from Golf and Country Club. Ramsay, the chair of the vincial guidelines restrict 545 to 630. The organization was KGPC, knows the judge's outdoor events to 100 peo- The plan also introduc- formed in 2019 to serve as a decision will take some ple or fewer. es a fourth park, roughly voice for Kanata North res- time, adding that fundrais- “It hasn’t been easy trying 1.72 acres in size, while re- idents who felt “betrayed” ing efforts continue. Anil Jhalli photo to raise funds for our cause vising the original ‘neigh- after ClubLink announced “We have faced so many Barbara Ramsay, the chair of the Kanata Greenspace especially with everything bourhood park’ concept its plans to team up with challenges from delayed Protection Coalition. going in the world today,” to retain the majority of Richcraft and Minto to hearings to a global pan- said McGowan. “But this an existing woodlot area. build up to 1,500 homes demic,” said Ramsay. “We industries generated over has effectively cancelled community finds a way to Kanata North Coun. on the greenspace. can find other ways to keep $130,000 to the coalition’s or delayed any events the rally because it knows this Jenna Sudds remains cau- Opponents argue the the community engaged defence fund in the legal coalition planned to host. would be a tremendous tiously optimistic that a plan violates the so-called and keep the residents battle against ClubLink. Ramsay is expecting an loss if this development decision will favour resi- 40-per-cent agreement informed. Without their The KGPC was given in- appeal from ClubLink would happen.” dents in her ward who have between the former City voice and their strong op- tervener status during the should the golf course op- ClubLink submitted its been in this battle since the of Kanata and the origi- position to this develop- virtual court hearing. erator lose this first court original proposal for de- start. The councillor isn’t nal operators to keep the ment, we can’t continue The community group, fight. velopment last fall, and surprised how residents course as greenspace in this fight.” driven by an entirely run “We anticipate having just days after the virtual have rallied even during a perpetuity. ClubLink pur- A successful and well-at- volunteer board of direc- to focus our target every court hearing, sent a revi- pandemic. chased the property in tended gala earlier this year tors, launched a T-shirt six months or so,” said sion of the plan to the city. “We know the hearing is 1996. at the Brookstreet Hotel at- and button campaign, Ramsay. “That includes The original proposal de- just one step in what we The pact carried over to tracting the who’s who in which has helped toward assessing funds required tailed plans for 1,502 new anticipate will be long pro- the amalgamated City of the Ottawa’s sports, busi- the cause. The impact of as new issues arise and re- residential units (single- cess,” said Sudds. Ottawa giving it the right ness and entertainment the COVID-19 pandemic sponses to action taken by family homes, townhouses [email protected]
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EXTENSION OF MICHAEL COWPLAND DRIVE City of Ottawa Cancer survivor participates in virtual fundraiser NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION BY ANIL JHALLI Dutton said she wouldn’t PROJECT DECRIPTION be where she is today The proposed extension of Michael Cowpland Drive is included in Schedule E of Meghan Dutton cele- without the people she the City of Ottawa Offi cial Plan and in the Transportation Master Plan. The project is brated 10 years of being has met through the non a Schedule B project and has fulfi lled Phase 1 - 3 of the Municipal Class EA process. cancer free at the end profit organization. Planning of this roadway extension has progressed through the Municipal Class EA of July, and planned on “YACC has been a big process, of which four (4) alignment alternatives were evaluated. As a result of the marking the occasion part of my life since I was evaluation, a preferred alternative has been identifi ed which is shown in Figure 1 with some close friends diagnosed,” said Dutton, below. and family. who joined YACC in 2011 While the COVID-19 after attending a confer- pandemic put a damper ence in Toronto. “I have on her plans, the 31-year- seen this organization old Bridlewood resident grow and it has provided is finding a creative way me with so much support to recognize the occasion. to help me deal with what Dutton, originally from was happening with me. I Toronto, is participating connected with so many in the first annual Roller people who are my age Brave virtual fundraiser who were going through spearheaded by Young what I was going through.” Figure 1 Preferred Alignment Adults Cancer Canada The Roller Brave fund- (YACC). raiser allows participants The Project File Document, plans and other information are available for review by YACC provides support to set their own targets, access on One Drive, instructions provided below. You will need to type the address and programs for individ- distance goals and time- into your browser, or contact Greg MacDonald at [email protected] uals between the ages of lines, along with choosing and a hyperlink will be emailed to you. 15-39 who have been di- their own method of par- agnosed with some form ticipation, whether it’s a Address to One Drive: of cancer. Dutton was di- bike, scooter, wheelchair https://novatechengineering-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/ agnosed with Hodgkin’s or rollerblades. They track Anil Jhalli photo rgood_novatech-eng_com/Epxt-hgiPgVFuPczSD-9tY4BsyaaHFHBNEx_ Lymphoma in 2009. progress using an online Meghan Dutton is participating in the inaugural Roller Brave NEWq1l1nIg?e=Z5Ig9Y “I was relieved to find out form, which is added to a virtual fundraiser by Young Adults Cancer Canada. I addition to this public consultation, if you would like to participate in a digital what was wrong with me, national tally. meeting on Wednesday September 8, 2020 between 6:00 – 7:00 pm please contact because I know my body, The goal is to raise a total and two-time young adult a day since the fundraiser Greg MacDonald (contact information below) so that an invitation can be sent to you. and I knew that there was of $80,000, while logging cancer survivor. “With the launched on August 1. something that just wasn’t a combined 8,000 kilo- anxiety and isolation that “I like to bike, and I want PUBLIC INPUT right,” said Dutton, recall- metres from the many young adults with cancer to keep challenging my- Subject to comments received as a result of this public consultation, detailed ing the day she received participants. face having escalated due self, so this was natural for design and construction of the preferred alignment will proceed. her diagnosis. “There was “Roller Brave is our latest to the pandemic, YACC’s me,” said Dutton .” If concerns arise regarding this alignment, which cannot be resolved with the a sense of relief, but also, I effort to offset the finan- mission to support them For more information, person or party of interest, that person or party may request the Minister of the just became sad and frus- cial damage of COVID- is more important than please visit rollerbrave. Environment, Conservation and Parks to order a change in the project status and trated because I knew my 19 to ensure we continue ever.” ca. More information require a higher level of assessment under an Individual Environmental Assessment life would be impacted by to have the backs of the Dutton chose to bike, on YACC is available at process referred to as a Part II Order. Reasons must be provided for this request. this big change. But I was young adults in our com- and hopes to cycle 310 youngadultcancer.ca. Requests must be received by the Minister within 30 calendar days of the public determined to overcome munity,” said Geoff Eaton, kilometres. She has aver- consultation date of September 8, 2020. The contact information for the Minister this.” executive director of YACC aged about 10 kilometres [email protected] is provided below: Honorable Jeff Yurek Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Not all programs resume as community centre reopens College Park 5th Floor 777 Bay Street BY ANIL JHALLI Thomson said groups community centre coordi- outside. Toronto, Ontario who book space must fol- nator, anticipates roughly “We will have someone, a 414-314-6790 The Beaverbrook low health protocols set for two-thirds of programs will volunteer, to also take part [email protected] Community Centre is indoor gatherings. resume, with limited or re- in these events or booking running for the first time “It’s going to be a lot dif- duced participants. to make sure guidelines are PROJECT CONTACTS in nearly six months. ferent, and not every- Screening and wellness being followed,” said Hogg. Should you wish to contact the municipality and/or the consultant, contact The COVID-19 pandem- one is coming back,” said checks for anyone who “We have to respectful and information is as follows: ic forced the closure of the Thomson. “It’s under- rents space is mandatory, we have to make sure ev- centre causing the cancel- standable that people will while there will be one des- eryone is safe.” Mike Giampa, P.Eng. Greg MacDonald, P.Eng. lation of many scheduled be hesitant and on the flip ignated entrance and exit For more information, City of Ottawa Project Manager Novatech Engineering Consultants Ltd. programs and events since side there are people who points. The centre holds visit kanatabeaverbrook. [email protected] [email protected] mid-March. want to get out and do children’s programs that ca or contact community- (613) 580-2424 ext. 23657 (613) 254-9643 ext. 279 Kanata Beaverbrook stuff and have a sense of boast a designated drop centercoordinator@kana- 613) 890-9705 Cell Community Association normalcy.” off and pick up point where tabeaverbrook.ca. (KBCA) president Neil Laura Hogg, the KCBA’s parents are asked to wait [email protected] News Community Voice - September 3, 2020 15 Kanata firm introduces touchless stethoscope system O Invention reduces technology in response to discussions with frontline T risk of exposure health care workers. to COVID-19 With six sensors on the • $750 weekly. patient’s torso, medical • Live-out position, Tuesday to Friday. • Childcare and Light housekeeping. BY ANIL JHALLI professionals can listen • Must be able to interact with children, to heart and lung sounds speak english, and be a non smoker. A local firm is introduc- either through ear buds ing a device providing connected to a control M T O physicians and nurses an module inside the room, n e e ed e a nn a nn a d a o opportunity to listen to a or wirelessly from outside patient’s heart and lungs the room on their smart- from a safe distance. phone, tablet, or worksta- AusculSciences special- tion. Auscul-X is expected izes in biotechnology de- to enhance the efforts of •SHRUBS & TREES tecting cardiovascular and healthcare providers by pulmonary conditions, reducing the number of •SHAPING has developed Auscul-X, times they change in and a touchless stethoscope out of their personal pro- system. 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Please contact us if there is risk,” said John Phillips, “Something like this is anything we can do to help you the vice-president of critical for the people who business development are on the frontlines, and during this difficult time. at AusculSciences. “We be used as a safe and effec- needed something to de- tive tool.” Elena Rose, Agent velop for help them…we Phillips said Auscul-X 555 Legget Dr, Unit 104 looked at the numbers, trials are beginning in the and over 10% of those that next few weeks on criti- Kanata, ON K2K 2X3 have been infected are cal care patients at the 613-271-3141 healthcare professionals.” University of Ottawa Heart kanatainsurance.ca The AusculSciences Institute, with a chance to Anil Jhalli photo team, comprised of 21 em- hit the Canadian market John Phillips, the vice-president of business development ployees out of their offic- sometime this fall. at AusculSciences, shows off the firm’s latest invention, es on Steacie Drive, used The process will take Auscul-X, a touchless stethoscope system. technology already re- more time to be intro- served for a previous proj- duced in the United States, Canada will test the sys- For more information, Desjardins, Desjardins Insurance and related trademarks are trademarks ect to meet the demand said Phillips. tem on patient simulators visit ausculsciences.com CST-0189 of the Fédération des caisses Desjardins du Québec, used under licence. and need of this latest The Government of and volunteers. 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