Update on Rockcliffe Air Photo: John Davies Work on the southernmost Minto bridge is slated to be done by December 15. Base Redevelopment Plan By Don Schulz As a federal Crown corpo- Beechwood Renewal: Are We There Yet? Canada Lands Company ration, CLC is committed to By Jane Heintzman Dale Smith, Gaye Taylor and ing the logjam. Ottawa Citizen Canada Lands Company optimizing the financial and Though the cauldron of com- all of those who orchestrated municipal affairs columnist (CLC) is renewing a planning community value of redevel- this seminal event, setting in Joanne Chianello did a par- and public consultation pro- oping Rockcliffe, in order to munity concern over the paral- ysis on Beechwood had been train a community-wide effort ticularly masterful job of cap- cess to redevelop the former produce the best possible ben- to get the Beechwood show turing the issues in her column CFB Rockcliffe site. CLC had efit for local communities and simmering for months, the impending closure of Books on the road. There’s hard work Beechwood Nightmare may conducted an earlier planning the Government of Canada. ahead, but it sure beats the heck finally be ending (Saturday, and consultation process from Now that CLC has acquired on Beechwood announced in our October issue brought out of helpless hand-wringing! October 27, 2012, pp. E1 and 2005 to 2007; however, dur- the Rockcliffe site, CLC will One of the welcome side ben- E8), concluding that despite ing that two-year period, CLC re-initiate the process to con- the volatile brew to the boil- ing point. In a heroic effort efits of the BVA meeting was to the many challenges still to became aware of the need to sult with the public and engage generate a wealth of excellent be surmounted, “there’s plenty negotiate an agreement with stakeholders in the creation of to channel the surging tide of frustration in the community press coverage of the situation of evidence that Beechwood the Algonquins of Ontario a renewed vision for the sus- on Beechwood, bringing the Avenue is on the cusp of a First Nation (AOO) before tainable redevelopment of the towards the positive common goal of reviving life, commerce media spotlight to bear on both renewal that’s been too long in it could acquire title to the CLC Rockcliffe lands. its current woes and its unlim- coming.” Rockcliffe site. The City of Ottawa requires and development along our crumbling “Main Street”, the ited potential. At the same Perhaps one of greatest con- CLC and the AOO have that a Community Design Plan time, it increased the pressure sequences in Chianello’s can- since reached a Participation (CDP) be prepared to establish Beechwood Village Alliance took the lead in organizing a on some of the principal actors vas of the situation was her Agreement for the Rockcliffe a broad framework for rede- to play their part in break- lands, which has allowed CLC velopment of the Rockcliffe major public meeting to bring Continued on page 21 to formally acquire the proper- site before any other munici- together the major players— ty. Through the new planning pal rezoning or development residents of the five surround- and consultation process, CLC approvals can be granted. The ing neighbourhoods; property will respect the core values of CDP planning and public con- owners; businesses and busi- sustainable development that sultation process should take ness associations; city staff and the public supported in the ear- from 18 months to two years Councillors—for a construc- lier consultations, while rec- before CLC can submit a CDP tive airing of issues and an ognizing that many conditions to the City for approval. Major exploration of solutions. have changed on and around public consultation events will The October 29 meeting in the Rockcliffe site, in the sur- be held at key points in the New Edinburgh Square was rounding communities, in CDP process. by any measure an outstanding Ottawa and the region, across success, attracting a crowd of Canada, and around the world. Continued on page 4 over 200 for a broad-ranging discussion, and generating a list of seven Action Items which are now being actively pursued by a series of working groups. In case you missed the meeting, you’ll find a separate report on the proceedings on page 6 of this issue, along with contact information for the leaders of various work- ing groups. Please be sure to check these out if you’d like to get involved in one of the proj- ects forming part of the com- munity campaign to get our commercial area off life sup- port, and restore it to vibrancy and health. Kudos and many thanks to BVA organizers Tobi Nussbaum, Tracey Clark, Page 2 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Thank You to Joan Mason Report from NECA By NEN Staff servation, Joan devoted her Our sincere thanks go to Joan time and energies to innumer- Mason for her energy and able other community causes, Acting President dedication as President of working hard to secure a city New Edinburgh Community commitment to improvements Alliance (NECA). Joan was to our park, and taking the David Sacks tireless in pursuing her com- lead in establishing an ongoing mitment to heritage conserva- and close collaboration among the three community groups First, our thanks to all the com- (a title that I requested) and for the rebuilt Beechwood-and- tion, both in New Edinburgh operating in New Edinburgh: munity members who attend- Simon Ford as Vice President. MacKay commercial row?” and in the wider Ottawa com- NECA, the Crichton ed NECA’s Annual General Also at that time, board On another file, NECA con- munity. Under her leadership, Community Council and the Meeting (AGM) on October member Carlo Zambri was tinues to monitor the disputed NECA assumed an important Crichton Cultural Community 17—and particularly to three elected as Membership chair. Ottawa River bridge proposal. role in heritage education and Centre. She reached out well residents who stepped forward Meanwhile, Roslyn Butler, As readers may know, the pro- advocacy, and she devoted beyond the neighbourhood to to be voted onto the NECA Michael Histed, Michael posal includes one option— countless days and hours to forge relationships with other board: Catherine Lindquist, Larrass, and Jim Watson con- highly unpopular in New the cause of preserving and community and interest groups Tim Plumptre, and Paula tinue respectively as NECA’s Edinburgh and neighbour- celebrating the unique char- throughout the City, and estab- Thompson. Paula already was Secretary, Heritage and hoods nearby—to build the acter of our neighbourhood. lished solid and effective lines a familiar NECA presence as Development Chair, Traffic bridge at Kettle Island, to con- Among her many legacies are of communication with offi- a Heritage and Development Chair, and Treasurer. nect with Aviation Parkway. our distinctive New Edinburgh cials from both the City and the Committee member, but we Since the recent release of banners proudly positioned at Finally, the fire site National Capital Commission. are very grateful to all three the Round 3 public consulta- both ends of the neighbour- We are extremely grateful new arrivals, for their prom- With November’s announce- tion report, NECA has con- hood, and the heritage street to Joan for all her efforts on ised time and energy. Also, at ment of the official purchase firmed once more that the signs which are about to be behalf of our community, and the AGM, Simon Ford, who of the Beechwood Avenue fire Kettle Island option is being installed by the City. She was look forward to her continuing previously had been voted onto site by the developer Minto, opposed by our elected offi- also instrumental in orches- engagement in the life of the the board by the board, was we all in the burgh can applaud cials Councillor Peter Clark, trating the Mayor’s official neighbourhood. officially confirmed by assem- this excellent news. Still, Mayor Jim Watson, and declaration of September 1 as We wish Joan all the best, bly vote. wherever there are develop- MPP Madeleine Meilleur; Thomas MacKay Day in hon- and look forward to welcom- At the October 15 NECA ment plans, there are possible also opposed is Ontario’s our of the legendary founder of ing her new puppy, expected board meeting, President Joan concerns, and so the question Minister of Transportation, our community. this spring. Mason affirmed a wish to step of what exactly Minto’s design Bob Chiarelli. In addition to heritage con- down from the board, as of the plan will look like, including In the coming year, the AGM. With Joan’s departure, intended building size and National Capital Commission the NECA board loses a cham- retail component (versus mere- will continue its phase-2 pro- NEN Needs Your Help! pion of built heritage and a ly “commercial” component), cess, including Rounds 3 and The New Edinburgh News is required. long-range strategist who saw has become NECA’s top prior- 4 public consultations, due to on the hunt for help in getting So, if you are willing to put how New Edinburgh could ity now. We wish to be actively be completed supposedly by copies of the paper delivered in an hour or so, every cou- “brand” itself, Canada-wide, as engaged in this planning—not December 2013. to the commerical establish- ple of months, please con- just in receiving information, a prestigious heritage district. Best wishes for season ments along Beechwood and tact Managing Editor, Cindy We will miss Joan’s gracious but in influencing the decision the Rockcliffe Crossing com- Parkanyi at newednews@hot- style and tireless devotion to making of the developer and of As some readers may recall, mail.com or by phone at 613- this article marks my second mercial plaza at Hemlock the burgh, but we hope she city hall—while also liaising and St. Laurent Blvd. Vehicle 745-8734. with the community to bring turn as head of NECA, follow- might continue her influence ing my 2007–2010 presiden- in Ottawa behind the scenes. forward residents’ questions and wishes. Currently we are tial stint. Once again, I look She leaves with us her vision forward to working collegially of a politically powerful New planning next steps. To help Deadline us get the ball rolling, we ask with the board and with my Edinburgh. neighbours and other friends for the next edition of the To fill the president’s chair, readers to see, on Page 7 of this edition, the invitation toanswer in the burgh. So here’s wishing the NECA board in October everyone a fun and productive New Edinburgh News elected me as Acting President the question “What kinds of holiday season, from NECA. retail stores would you want January 10 Electronic copies of the NEN Your NECA Representatives 2012-2013 are available at Sarah Anson-Cartwright 745-4194 [email protected] Roslyn Butler 746-8037 [email protected] Secretary www.newedinburgh.ca Simon Ford 301-7776 [email protected] Vice President Michael Histed 741-1660 [email protected] Heritage & Development NECA MEETINGS: Michael Larrass 744-0304 [email protected] Traffic Catherine Lindquist 747-6009 [email protected] All Welcome Tim Plumptre 852-6557 [email protected] The NECA board meets nine times a year, normally on the third David Sacks 740-0650 [email protected] Acting President Monday of each month at 7:30 pm. No meetings in July, August, Paula Thompson [email protected] or December. Jim Watson 745-7928 [email protected] Treasurer Our January and February meetings will be held at St. Bartholomew’s Carlo Zambri 744-0773 [email protected] Membership Church at 125 MacKay Street, by kind permission of the church board and warden. Ex officio: Meetings are open to all New Edinburgh residents. Anyone wish- Mark Baker 746-9012 [email protected] Webmaster ing to make a presentation to the board should please contact David Cathy McConkey 746-0303 [email protected] Crichton Community Council Sacks in advance to arrange scheduling. Our next meetings are: Cindy Parkanyi 745-8734 [email protected] New Edinburgh News December: no meeting Marci Surkes [email protected] Friends of the Park January 21, 2013, 7:30 pm, at St. Bartholomew’s February 18, 2013, 7:30 pm, at St. Bartholomew’s Any changes to this schedule would be posted in advance on the New Edinburgh website, www.newedinburgh.ca. December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 3 Riverside Poetry in Stanley Park By Paula Thompson D’ici, le long des eaux je Laden with sound from far- Two plaques inscribed with puis apercevoir off northern glens poetry written by two of Les roseaux alignés comme Where winds and craggy Canada’s Confederation poets une palissade, cataracts complain, were unveiled in Stanley Park, Où crie, à pointe d’aube, un Voices of streams and grand héron maussade. mountain pines astrain, just south of the tennis courts Étroite, la rivière a du moins The pines that brood above Letters to the Editor along the path, on November son attrait the roaring foam 17, 2012. D’onde mouvante, avec, Of La Montagne or Les Present at the unveiling was entrant sous la forêt, Erables; thine home Re: Books on Beechwood Councillor Peter Clark, literary Tous ses enfoncements, Is distant yet, a shleter far Heather Matthews, our Sconewitch Queen, was born and bred historian Dr. Steven Artelle, pareils à des alcôves, to gain. in the Burgh, and we are lucky she brought her business home to and poets Michel A. Thérien Qu’achèvent de fleurir, au Aye still to eastward, past Beechwood. She also brings her talent as an artist and applies it and Ronnie R. Brown. Former bord, les glaïeuls mauves. the shadowy lake to the restaurant. When Jean Barton decided to close the book- Ottawa Councillor Clive L’on a pour horizon des And the long slopes of shop next door in January, Heather combined her abilities as a Doucet also was present. blés, point de lointain Rigaud toward the sun, The two poems, one in Que le ciel, et dans l’eau The mightier stream, thy businesswoman with her imagination as an artist. She planned to French the other in English, are son mirage incertain. comrade, waits for thee, put the spaces together, and make a Sconewitch with books and The beryl waters that odes to the two beautiful rivers To the Ottawa gifts. Unfortunately Chartwell, which owns the New Edinburgh that frame our community, the espouse and take retirement home where both businesses are located, leased the Rideau and the Ottawa. To the By Archibald Lampman Thine in thei deep embrace, bookshop space to an audiologist without seriously considering Ottawa, written by Archibald Dear dark-brown waters and bear thee on this option. Lampman (1861-1899) traces full of all the stain In that great bridal journey This is very disappointing to all New Edinburgh residents and to Of sombre spruce-woods to the sea. the path of the Rideau River on and the forest fens, other people who are attracted to the businesses in the Beechwood its journey to the Ottawa River. neighbourhood. There is such a thing as ‘streetscape’. Beechwood … The mightier stream, thy needs it, especially while Minto undertakes a major construction comrade, waits for thee, project in the next block. An audiologist does not contribute to The beryl waters that the streetscape. It is not a walk-in business; people go there by espouse and take thine in appointment. It could easily have been located on an upper floor thy embrace, and bear thee of the same building. And the residents of the New Edinburgh on would have been able to have a coffee and browse among the In that great bridal journey books without even leaving the building. to the sea. We know from the huge turnout at the meeting to dis- La rivière by Alfred Garneau cuss Beechwood development that neighbourhood residents are (1836-1904) is more squarely intensely interested in what happens on the street. Continuing addressed to the Rideau: study and action groups have emerged from that meeting and we C’est une forte berge, au all hope they will have some impact in the future. large flanc de glaise, Meanwhile let us hope that Chartwell and the audiologist will Abruptement taillée ainsi qu’une falaise ! think again about this question. Le Rideau passe au bas, Ann Young riant sous son flot noir ... The two new plaques form Re: Books on Beechwood part of the Poets’ Pathway, It was with much sadness that we heard that Books on a walking path around Beechwood will be closing by the end of January 2013. However, Ottawa commemorating the it is even sadder to hear that this prime space at the corner of Confederation Poets and the Beechwood and MacKay will be occupied by an audiologist’s Mouvement littéraire. The path- office. Not that we have anything against an audiologist, who will way extends from Britannia in undoubtedly provide a useful service, particularly to residents of the west, through McCarthy New Edinburgh Square. It just seems such a waste that this street Woods in the south and home level area could not be utilized for overall community use. We to Beechwood Cemetery in the don’t believe that an audiologist is a “destination” for someone east. Please visit the Poets’ strolling along Beechwood Avenue on a Saturday morning, after Pathway website for more getting some groceries at Nature’s Buzz and then thinking “Gee, information: www.poetspath. ca. this would be a good time to get my hearing checked”. These two poems have found Heather Matthews of The Scone Witch made a reasonable pro- a most fitting and beautiful posal to expand her premises and incorporate the space occupied home along the Rideau River, by Books on Beechwood to become a hybrid café/bookshop with the Peace Tower distant not dissimilar to what Starbucks/Chapters are doing. However, in the background, and just the property owner, Chartwell, appears to have earmarked (no before the Rideau meets its pun intended) the site for the audiologist as soon as Books on comrade, the Ottawa. They Beechwood made its intentions known, despite overtures from are a wonderful addition to some community groups for them to reconsider their decision. our park and our community, The bleak streetscape of Beechwood Avenue will now become and I urge everyone during even bleaker with the loss of this space. It gives our neighbours your next stroll along the river even less of a reason to go there, thereby decreasing the viability to pause, read the poems and of the remaining businesses still struggling with the protracted reflect on our rich heritage and settlement at the fire site. the beauty of our natural sur- We wish the new audiologist well, but we believe that from the roundings. perspective of the wider community, their choice of a street front La Rivière office may not be in the best interests of our neighbourhood and Par Alfred Garneau its Village High Street as we struggle to revitalize our commercial C’est une forte berge, au core. large flanc de glaise, Stephen M. Adler (28-year resident of the original Beechwood Abruptement taillée ainsi Village, Charlevoix St.) qu’une falaise ! Isobel Bisby Le Rideau passe au bas, riant sous son flot noir. Page 4 New Edinburgh News December 2012 to the Snow Go Assist Program, which provides financial assis- Ottawa City tance and pays for a portion MPP Ottawa-Vanier of their snow removal costs. Councillor Approved participants may be Madeleine Meilleur Peter Clark reimbursed up to 50 per cent of the cost of snow clearing per Reports Reports event, up to a seasonal maxi- mum of $250. Councillor Peter Clark, Seniors and persons with dis- This is the sixth year the City Leading Women / Girls Rideau-Rockcliffe Ward abilities can now register for of Ottawa is partnering with the City of Ottawa’s snow the Seniors Citizens Council Building Communities Beechwood Fire Site removal assistance programs. and local home support agen- cies to deliver these two winter At last, Minto has formally The Snow Go Program helps programs. Recognition Program indicated that they are acquir- seniors and persons with dis- For more information about Call for Nominations Nominees for the Leading ing the site, and will begin abilities find reliable contrac- Women Building Communities the pre-consultation process tors and/or individuals to clear the Snow Go Program match- OBJECTIVE must be female and 18 years with the City Planning depart- snow from their private drive- ing service and the Snow Go Assist Program, including eli- The Leading Girls Building of age or older at the time ment. They are aware of the ways and/or walkways. Once matched up with snow removal gibility criteria and application Communities Recognition of nomination and have not height restrictions posed by the viewshed, and the Traditional help, residents are responsible process, visit ottawa.ca or call Program acknowledges and received this award in the past. Nominees who have received Mainstreet zoning. When they for making payments directly 3-1-1 to request the name of celebrates girls who demon- a Leading Girls Award may have completed the initial to the individual or contractor. the home support agency that strate exceptional leadership in be nominated for the Leading steps, I would hope we can services your neighbourhood working to improve the lives Women Award if they have dif- have an open house for the Eligible seniors and persons (TTY: 613-580-2401). of others in their schools or ferent accomplishments. public to view what will be with disabilities can also apply communities. Nominees for each award proposed. The Leading Women Building must have demonstrated Communities Recognition exceptional community lead- Beechwood Village Alliance Program acknowledges and ership to improve the lives of … Rockcliffe Air Base celebrates women who dem- others and have made substan- I attended the BVA meeting the Continued from page 1 ties; and to brainstorm how onstrate exceptional leadership tial contributions through vol- end of October and was very pleasantly surprised at the turn Rockcliffe could be devel- in working to improve the lives unteer work. CLC held its first major public out and community interest. It consultation event on Monday, oped for the benefit of both of others in their communities. PROCESS was a very productive evening. the surrounding communities Submit all nominations to: November 26, at the Canada ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Aviation and Space Museum. and future residents. Another Madeleine Meilleur, MPP Notice of Motion – Vacant purpose of these preliminary Nominees for the Leading Ottawa-Vanier, 237 Montreal Commercial Properties Presentations were given at 4 Girls Building Communities and 7 pm, and members of the meetings is to invite commu- Rd. nity representatives to serve must be female and under 18 Following the Monday meet- public had an opportunity to MPP’s will forward the nom- on public advisory committees, years of age at the time of ing of the BVA I put forward discuss information, concerns, inations to the Minister before which will meet throughout the nomination and have not been a Notice of Motion that will and ideas with members of the deadline. CDP process. New Edinburgh nominated in the past. come to the December 4 the CLC Rockcliffe team at a DEADLINE Community Alliance has FEDCO meeting to petition number of interactive stations. already met with CLC and The closing date is January the Province to limit access to A children’s station was also New Edinburgh will be repre- 18, 2013, by 11:59 pm. There the tax rebate that vacant com- set up to get great ideas from Visit The sented on the Rockcliffe public is no limit to the number of mercial properties can apply the young ones! advisory committees. Burgh Online! nominations. Submissions after for and receive to 3 years. Members of the CLC this date will not be accepted. Stay tuned for more informa- Some properties are allowed Rockcliffe team have already For the most For more information please tion. In the meantime, you can to become derelict or create begun reaching out to the com- up-to-date news of the contact the office of Madeleine also learn more by contacting property standard issues and munities surrounding the for- neighbourhood Meilleur at 613-744-4484, NECA or Don Schultz, CLC we need to encourage activity. mer air base to: learn more mmeilleur.mpp.co@liberal. Director of Real Estate for ola.org, or visit www. about those communities, newedinburgh.ca Snow Go programs ready to start to understand what the Rockcliffe, at (613) 998-7765 madeleinemeilleur.onmpp. clear the way this winter or at [email protected]. ca. issues are in those communi- December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 5 Decidedly modern, the use of reclaimed wood on the home’s facade, the appropriate set- back with landscaped green space, and the recessed carport ensure that this environmental- ly-friendly home both comple- ments and enlivens the sur- rounding neighbourhood. This is a very successful BRICK Awards 2012 project that richly deserves our recognition. By Paula Thompson Meeting on October 17 and Our congratulations to own- Heritage & Development include: a porch restoration on ers: Vivien Frenkel and Photo: John Arnold Committee Crichton Street, an addition David Moher 105 Crichton Street - A front porch restoration that was a on MacKay Street and a new labour of love. The Burgh Renovation, build on Ivy Crescent. Our 105 Crichton Street Improvement, and of setback and inviting green resonates with neighbours and congratulations and thanks go This porch renovation was spaces commensurate with the passers-by. It doesn’t tower Construction Kudos Award out to this year’s three winning (B.R.I.C.K. Award) clearly a labour of love for the surrounding properties. Be it over the surrounding houses. families. homeowners. modern or traditional, when The modest carport doesn’t Each year members of the 187 MacKay Street The careful restoration of done right good design “fits”. dominate the front of the struc- Heritage and Development the front porch is attractive This year’s B.R.I.C.K. Award ture. The environmentally con- (H&D) Committee of the Throughout this project the homeowners demon- and in keeping with other exemplifies positive reaction scious approach is evident in New Edinburgh Community period porches throughout to modern design. the use of reclaimed barn board Alliance (NECA) walk the strated a clear respect for the preservation of homes in New Edinburgh’s Heritage Several Ivy homeowners on the exterior front of the streets of New Edinburgh and Conservation District. approached me to nominate home. Neighbours have taken grill friends and neighbours New Edinburgh’s Heritage Conservation District and The porch contributes to this newly-constructed mod- notice and clearly appreciate seeking to uncover those new the authentic and welcoming ern single family home on the thought and consideration additions, restorations and respect for their neighbours. The addition is sympathetic Crichton streetscape. Ivy. Almost all prefaced their taken by the new homeowners. newly constructed homes that nominations with “I don’t nor- My hope is that developers somehow stand apart. These are and appropriate in size, mass, Our congratulations to style and materials. The land- mally like modern design but currently preparing to build homes where the owners have Owners: Marie Gervais- …”, “I know that it is modern, new properties take note of taken particular care to ensure scaping contributes to the Vidricaire and Marc beauty of MacKay Street. but …”, “It is bigger than the this B.R.I.C.K. Award in par- that their homes enhance both Vidricaire previous home, but …” This ticular, and the reason behind their own living space, but also The Award acknowledges the sensitive approach taken to Impact of B.R.I.C.K. Award award winner is an example it, and step up their game a bit the streetscape. Respect for the of sympathetic design that (okay, a lot). historic characteristics of New context and streetscape. This I would like to take a few Edinburgh is evident in the entire neighbourhood has ben- paragraphs to discuss what I homes of B.R.I.C.K. winners efited as a result. hope may be the impact of both inside and outside of the Our congratulations to the B.R.I.C.K. Award for the Heritage Conservation District. Owners: Beth and David newly-built modern home on The B.R.I.C.K. Award recog- Arnold Ivy Crescent. New builds are nizes property projects that are almost always controversial, sympathetic to the community 148 Ivy Crescent particularly so if the new struc- and add to the appearance and This new single-family home ture is modern in design. New character of our neighbour- respects the scale of the sur- Edinburgh has seen more than hood. This year’s B.R.I.C.K. rounding early 20th century its share of new construction awards were announced at homes. that towers over neighbour- the NECA Annual General ing homes and foregoes green space in favour of garages and driveways, in an effort to squeeze every last usable square foot on the building lot. Concern for neighbours and streetscape often isn’t a priority. Good design is good design, whether it is modern, con- temporary or Victorian. Good design ought to include a sense of harmony with the streetscape and neighbours. Harmony need not mean uniformity. Modern can juxtapose century or mid- century design through selec- tion of sympathetic materials, Photo: John Arnold respect of scale so as not to Photo: John Arnold 187 Mackay Street - A sympathetic addition. dominate, and through balance 148 Ivy Crescent - Modern infill using reclaimed wood. Page 6 New Edinburgh News December 2012 to the street.” He also stressed Beechwood Village Alliance Meeting, October 29, 2012, the need for more residential density along Beechwood to support the growth of busi- New Edinburgh Square Retirement Residence nesses, pointing out that there is currently a large chunk of Street up to fire code. Editor’s Note: The following Association (QVBIA). Serge of the insurance issues related low-density residential prop- In conclusion, he highlighted meeting summary is based on mentioned that the recently to the burned out properties on erty in the middle. John rec- that with the recent expansion the combined reports of the approved expansion of the BIA Beechwood and MacKay have ommended routing a bike path of the QVBIA to encompass Beechwood Village Alliance to encompass businesses on been, or will soon be, resolved. down Barrette Street and keep- north side Beechwood busi- Steering Committee and NEN the north side of Beechwood He went on to say that the pur- ing parking on Beechwood. Staff. would take effect on January 1, chase agreement for the site nesses, this marks the first time 2013, noting that a major plan- has kicked in, clearing the way a Business Improvement Area He explained Domicile’s The meeting was packed, with decision to cover the upfront standing room only in the din- ning session involving north for an anticipated redevelop- will cross ward boundaries, side businesses was to take ment with commercial on the adding: “It’s no instant pud- costs of bringing in the required ing room of New Edinburgh hydro upgrades to the east Square Retirement Residence. place on November 22 to ground floor and residential ding, but we will get both sides determine priorities for the above. He noted that the pur- together.” He finished off his end of Beechwood where The At least 200 people were in Kavanaugh project will soon attendance. Beechwood sector. He invited chasers (universally assumed presentation with the assur- public input on the types of to be Minto) are scheduled ance: “If we take ownership, be underway. The city had indi- The proceedings began with cated that they had no intention an introduction by Beechwood business needed in the area, to have a preliminary meeting we will see positive results.” with the City planning depart- of putting hydro in for at least Village Alliance (BVA) and committed the BVIA to Heather Matthews, Scone seeking out potential commer- ment as early as this week. 13 years. Without these hydro Co-Founder Tobi Nussbaum, Witch: Heather Mathews upgrades, the Kavanaugh who explained the origins of cial prospects in keeping with Mr. Clark also indicated that presented her vision if allowed the parameters established by development would not have the BVA and characterized it Domicile, the developers of to expand her operations into been possible, but thanks to as an “alliance of friends,” area residents and local busi- the Kavanaugh site at 222 the Books on Beechwood nesses. the patience shown by owner including members of the busi- Beechwood, have undertaken space. Her plans involve a Rupert Kavanaugh, a resolu- ness community and the Vanier Marwan, who is Chair of the to address the problem of hydro combined café, bookstore QVBIA Marketing Committee, tion was ultimately found, and BIA, community associations servicing capacity at the south and gift emporium, with a Ottawa Hydro is now looking and individuals in the sur- announced that on December east end of the street, lifting scaled down book section, a 1 the QVBIA would be host- at ways in which new develop- rounding neighbourhoods; all a barrier to redevelopment on full book ordering capability ments can pay back Domicile’s with the common objective of ing “C’est Chill”, an event to the south side of Beechwood. and the addition of gift wares. celebrate a renaissance of the investment in hydro for that restoring a vibrant Beechwood Although he emphasized that Although at the time of the part of the street. Village area. The BVA adopts area’s arts, heritage and cul- the City “can’t make them (the meeting it was not clear a positive approach to the reso- ture. Festivities begin at Place property owners) do it,” he whether a leasing decision had Don Morse, City of Ottawa lution of issues relating to the Dupuis on Montreal Road, felt confident that there would been taken by Chartwell (the Planner: Don Morse was one future of Beechwood, focusing with the ringing of church soon be positive development, building’s owners), there were of the authors of the Beechwood on what can be done through bells and a walk to St Charles adding that the “City’s bureau- indications that a commitment Design Plan. He stated that the collective community engage- Church on Beechwood. There cracy will be cooperative” had been made to rent the Plan is “in force,” having been ment to make the street better. will be live performances on when development proposals space to an audiologist. accepted by City Council. The stage at the church. The event come forward. plan is a blueprint for future PRESENTATIONS Heather stressed that given the includes creation of a giant The City is planning to add disappearance of so many of development and he feels that Presentations were made by “dream catcher” at the cor- value with street furniture and “In 10 years, you will see a lot • Quartier Vanier BIA our area businesses following ner of Vanier Parkway and lighting, as they have done in the fire, the space would better of positive development.” The (QVBIA) – Serge Faucher Beechwood, along with drum other areas. There will also be Kavanaugh development is at and Marwan El Rassi serve the community with a music. new heritage street signs for retail tenant, a view strongly one of the two “gateways” of • Councillor Peter Clark Marwan also put a call out to New Edinburgh and a new stop the plan area, with Beechwood • John Doran of Domicile endorsed by the majority of knitters in the area to partici- light on Hemlock at Birch. those in attendance. and Vanier Parkway being the • Heather Matthews of pate in a “Yarn Bombing” ini- Councillor Clark mentioned, other. He also confirmed that Scone Witch tiative, in the course of which as well, that while there is no John Doran, President, there is money in the City bud- • Don Morse, Planner for the lampposts will be elaborately money in the City budget for Domicile Developments: get for a bike path project in City of Ottawa. decorated with colourful yarn. this purpose, he is commit- John Doran indicated that pre- the Beechwood area. QVBIA Website for the QVBIA: ted to finding other means of sales on the Kavanaugh were www.vanierbia.com. helping the Crichton Cultural Q & A First on the agenda were going well, with close to 60 Community Centre to cope Among the many questions Serge Faucher and Marwan Rideau-Rockcliffe Councillor units already sold. He empha- with the significant costs of from the floor following the El Rassi, from the Quartier Peter Clark: Councillor Clark sized that he is selective about bringing the new community presentations were the follow- Vanier Business Improvement indicated that he believes most commercial tenants, noting centre building at 255 MacKay that “the right mix is important ing: December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 7 • What will be the impact a roadmap.) • Are there urban design funding grants – (Lead: the BVA efforts, please contact of the Canada Lands develop- • What are the height zoning guidelines in place for the Dale Smith dale@dale- beechwoodvillagealliance@ ment of the former Rockcliffe implications of the Plan and redevelopment of the fire site, smithgallery.com) hotmail.ca. Military Base? (Response from the Poet’s Hill view corridor? and if so, do these allow for • Business development – Peter Clark: Previous plans (Response from Don Morse: community space on the sec- (Lead: George Haddad con- • If you can make a contri- for the area form the basis for The viewshed came into effect ond floor of the fire site? [email protected]) bution to the effort to mak- the new plans under develop- after the BCDP and further • What are the building time- • Political Action – (Lead: ing Beechwood better in a ment. On November 26, the caps building heights within lines? (Kavanaugh and/or fire Peter Lewis plewis42@ way that doesn't lend itself to community can take part in the corridor.) site?) yahoo.com) an action group, feel free to an Ideas Fair at the Aviation • What about parking on • What effect would an east- • Community future for St. take the initiative. For exam- Museum, with presentations at Beechwood? On side streets? end bridge have? Charles Church – (Lead: ple, Deanna White, a fellow 4 and 7 pm.) (Response from Don Morse: • Could we have a hardware Alex Macklin alexander. resident, recently volunteered • What is happening with Some want more parking, oth- store back? [email protected]) to improve the BVA’s social St. Charles Church? Will it media efforts, which are now become a concert hall? Will much stronger. Another neigh- the green space around it be bour, Elaine Nadeau, is work- preserved? (Response from ing on a logo and designed Don Morse: It’s anticipated the poster for the June pop- that the site will remain public up park and art festival. Yet use, possibly with added resi- another community member dential and other uses, but at has volunteered to put together present, there are no prospec- We want to hear from you! a proposal on a community- tive purchasers and the file is The Quartier Vanier BIA would like to know what type of shops or led and supported entrepreneur dormant.) businesses are missing in our commercial zone. Write to us at: challenge that would see the • Can City legislation be winner setting up a business on added to compel landowners of [email protected] or call us at 613-745-0040 Beechwood. derelict properties and vacant KEEP IN TOUCH AND lots to make positive change? INFORMED: (Response from Don Morse: ers less. It’s a complex issue.) ACTION GROUPS HOW TO GET INVOLVED: Here are some ways to stay There are city property stan- • Is there a way to increase Tobi Nussbaum invited sug- • If you are interested in any of up-to-date: dards that must be maintained. tax rates on vacant lands (such gestions from the floor on a the seven action groups, please • Facebook: Beechwood If a property appears to be as the vacant space next to list of Action Items to be pur- contact the appropriate lead Village Alliance page – unsafe, residents can call 3-1-1 Kavanaugh’s)? (Response sued as a follow up to the dis- and indicate your interest. The check it out and select to report.) from Don Morse: There is a cussion. The following Action leads will bring their groups "like" to keep in touch • What is the status of the vacancy rebate for vacant prop- groups were formed to work together for the first time • Twitter feed: @mybeech- Beechwood Community erties, but it is rarely requested. on specific projects designed to sometime during the month of wood Design Plan (BCDP)? Is there There was a hue and cry at this rejuvenate Beechwood: November. • Twitter comments and a commitment by the City to response.) • Farmers Market for suggestions: #makebeech- implement the Plan? Is there a • How can we encourage Beechwood – (Lead: • If you have an idea for anoth- woodbetter provision to forbid one-storey cycling and make it safer? Natalie Belovic Natalie@ er action group that you would • Email: beechwoodvillageal- development? (Response from (Response from Don Morse: nataliebelovic.com) be prepared to lead, or would [email protected]. Don Morse: The BCDP is in The cycling plan will be • Keep Bookstore – (Lead: otherwise like to participate in place and represents the best implemented over the next two Isobel Bisby ibisby@gmail. guess of what the future will years.) com) be. The plan needs to be flex- Other questions that came up • Promoting public art/ ible enough to allow for much were: streetscape – (Lead: Julie needed development to take • Could the Vanier Farmer’s LaPalme everything1966@ place. City planners are com- Market be moved closer to hotmail.com) mitted to the plan and use it as Beechwood? • Neighbourhood Program Page 8 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Purchasing and now reno- Heartwood House Looks vating the building requires enormous capital investment. Remarkably Heartwood has From the Desk to Community for Help acquired the down payment, mortgage, and 50% of the of Mayor By Isobel Bisby groups. Each shares space, money required for renova- ideas and resources to build a Help Heartwood get off the tion, partly due to a unique Jim Watson vibrant community. Member ground…this giving season partnership with the Unitarian think LOCAL and buy a square organizations provide a wide Universalist Fellowship of foot to renovate Heartwood range of services to hundreds Ottawa who own 12.5% of House’s charity-owned build- of clients every year. All of the building. On December 3, ing…a gift to yourself, your its’ non-profits are small and 2012, Heartwood will publicly family, your friends. manage on shoestring budgets launch a fundraising campaign Budget 2013 Heartwood is most grateful with the essential support of to raise the $400,000 to com- to everyone who is supporting hundreds of volunteers. As an By Jim Watson, Mayor of ity. plete the renovation, so that the the noble cause of purchasing umbrella charity, Heartwood Ottawa • $500,000 for the Older Adult member groups can move in a building that will be owned normally raises just enough On October 24, we tabled our Plan coming out of last by the spring of 2013. Mayor by the charity, whose mis- funds through social enterpris- budget for 2013 with a pro- year’s Seniors Summit. Jim Watson will be joining sion is to provide subsidized es to support the member pro- posed tax change of 2.09% • $975,000 combined operat- us for this celebration. Please ing and capital funding to space for like-minded member grams, which are then able to which would be the lowest groups who work to better the join us. increase the forest cover and focus all efforts on delivering in six years. Since then my world through social justice During this HOLIDAY council colleagues and I have combat the Emerald Ash and equality. You may have vital services. Borer, bringing total invest- Following the sale of its SEASON we’re asking peo- fanned out across the city to noticed the cans saying “Help ple to think LOCAL and hear input from residents and ment to $1.8 million. Heartwood House get off present building at 153 Chapel • New and expanded parks and Street last fall, Heartwood took buy a square foot to renovate answer their questions. As with the ground….one TOONIE Heartwood. The renovation the consultations leading up to recreation facilities across at a time!” You’ll find them the momentous, if somewhat the city. daunting, step of purchasing of each square foot will cost the tabling of the budget, these sitting on the counter at the approximately $25… by our sessions help us better under- • $1 million combined capi- Scone Witch and Books on the old Giant Tiger building tal and operating funding at 400 McArthur Avenue in calculation. This gift will pay stand the needs of Ottawa’s Beechwood. So, if you haven’t for the heating, air condition- residents as we craft a budget for the Arts, Culture and done so yet, do drop in to one Overbrook. Now funds are Heritage Plan. urgently needed to renovate ing, plumbing, walls, flooring, that helps to improve our city of the stores and drop a toonie doors, windows, kitchen and in the present and invest in an or two into the cans. the interior of the building and to turn the warehouse into washroom fixtures, elevator, even brighter future. For twelve years Heartwood offices, classrooms, meeting paint, nuts, bolts, screws etc. • Some highlights from the has been providing affordable rooms, children’s room, laun- etc. etc. to construct the inte- budget include: space in the Lowertown com- dry, sewing rooms…the list rior space that will house the • A continued freeze on parks munity for 15-20 non-profit and recreation fees that ben- goes on! up to 20 not-for-profits, and efits families across the city. serve the hundreds of people • A continued freeze on In addition, Budget 2013 con- and causes they espouse for Mayor’s and Councillor’s many, many years to come. tinues the $340 million Ottawa office budgets. on the Move program that What a fine gift for your chil- • $3.5 million in staffing cost was approved in Budget 2012. dren, parents, friends! reductions. This program is in the midst I’ve been a Friend of • An 11% reduction in the gar- of improving our sidewalk, Heartwood from its beginning bage fee. road, cycling, water, and sewer twelve years ago and now • Transit fare increase capped infrastructure across our city to proudly sit on the volunteer at 2.5% for the third year in ready ourselves for the coming Board of Directors. I urge you a row. of the Light Rail Transit system to buy your square foot, or • $14 million of continued to Ottawa. two, or more! At $25 per foot funding for Council’s pov- Budget 2013 will be voted on it’s a real bargain…indeed I erty and homelessness ini- at our City Council meeting on can’t think of anywhere else tiative. November 28. With the lowest where one can donate to 20 • $5.5 million to increase tax rate change in six years, charities in one go! The gift the annual contribution to it is a fiscally responsible and certificates can be purchased Capital Funding for infra- thorough plan that adheres to at Books on Beechwood, on structure maintenance and my election promise of not the Heartwood website www. renewal. increasing taxes above 2.5%. heartwoodhouse.ca, or email • $4.9 million for new traf- I look forward to its adoption [email protected]. Thank fic signals and intersection followed by its implementation control measures to improve you. in the New Year. pedestrian safety and mobil- December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 9 will be on sale for lovers of advance for $15 from Books December 8: St-James “These Songs Send sacred music (also at Books on on Beechwood, 35 Beechwood Anglican Church, 225 Edmund Beechwood). Incidentally, the Ave; The Leading Note, 370 St, Carleton Place, 7:30 pm. concert title “Eya, eya, gaud- Elgin St; Compact Music, 190 December 9: Great Hall, Shivers Up my Spine” eamus”, refers to an award- & 785 1/2 Bank St; or online at National Gallery of Canada, winning Christmas carol com- www.stairwellcarollers.com. 380 Sussex Drive, 3:00 pm. By David Rain that have won awards across posed by Pierre Massie that If you can’t make it to St December 15: Glebe St It was with great excitement Canada,” Bill relates. will be featured in the program. Columba, you can still hear the James United Church, 650 eight years ago that long-time The Carollers were founded Bill is also impressed by the Stairwell Carollers on one of Lyon St, 7:30 pm. New Edinburgh resident Bill by Pierre in the stairwells of choir’s humanitarian mission. these dates: Driver first auditioned for the Ottawa University in 1977, “I have never before sung in a December 1: Almonte David Rain, a regular shopper renowned Ottawa choir, the and have gone on to win a pro- group that consistently gives its United Church, 106 Elgin St, at the old Loeb store on Stairwell Carollers. vincial competition and place profits from concerts and CD Almonte, 7:30 pm. Beechwood, is in his 20th Bill, a retired bank executive, second at the national level. sales to worthy local charities, December 7: Église St. year with the choir. For more fell instantly in love with the Bill has recently participated and still has funds left over to Matthieu, 69 rue de Provence, information, please visit www. endow two annual University Gatineau, 7:30 pm. stairwellcarollers.com. music scholarships to Ottawa- area high-school students!” A total of $45,000 has been donated to local charities and $11,000 given as music schol- arships. This Christmas, the Carollers will be making a special $2,000 donation to the youth literacy group, Sage Youth – Jeunesse Sage, based in Richmond, south of Ottawa. Bill would like to invite all his New Edinburgh neigh- bours to the choir’s concert Photo: Courtesy of Stairwell Carollers of diverse Christmas car- Bill Driver has been an enthusiastic member of the Stairwell ols at St Columba Church Carollers for the past eight years. (24 Sandridge Road) on Wednesday December 19 at Carollers’ pure style of singing, in the recording of the choir’s 7:30 pm. “You’ll hear some without instrumental accom- beautiful seventh CD, “Cantate great music and help out local paniment. “To me, a cappella Domino”. When the Carollers charities as well!” singing is the most delight- perform their Christmas Tickets will be available ful form of choral music. concert in Manor Park on at the door for $20, or in Performing the close harmo- December 19, their new CD nies of madrigals and tradition- al Christmas pieces still sends shivers up my spine when we get the moving chords JUST RIGHT!” Bill also enjoys the divers- ity of musical styles and languages, as the Stairwell Carollers have recorded an extensive repertoire of songs in many languages, includ- ing Welsh, Old and Modern Spanish, German, Latin and Huron, in addition to French and English. “Director Pierre Massie constantly provides us with his new arrangements of old favorites, as well as some of his original compositions Page 10 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Nurse, a Registered Practical Interested readers can reach Nurse, a Personal Support Anne at 613-237-8888, or Worker, a Housekeeper or a check out the Alternacare web- Burgh Business Companion—providing their site at www.alternacare.ca. services in the client’s own Organizing Services for home or in a hospital, a nurs- Seniors and Families ing home or a retirement resi- dence. Anne notes that in some We welcome new advertiser cases, when a retirement resi- Bill Rolph, who is offering his Briefs years of experience and exper- - By Jane Heintzman - dence or long-term care facili- ty is unable to supply sufficient tise as an information manager Da Bombe: In the Spirit of tion began modestly with a extra daughter”!), available individual care to a resident to and professional organizer to Christmas group of less than a dozen in its 24 hours a day, seven days keep him or her on their own seniors and families who need Da Bombe owner Bill Ross has first year, but swiftly ballooned a week to take the pressure floor, Alternacare workers can a hand with organizing their come a long way since opening to over 50 participants last year off family caregivers and pro- often step in to bridge the care personal papers and family his first small, retail outlet at who were served their seasonal vide fully qualified assistance gap so that a dislocating move records; creating readily acces- 176 Beechwood in 2008, when feast in two sittings. Along with everything from palliative to another floor is no longer sible filing systems—both his business remained largely care to respite care or simple required, and the client can physical and electronic; man- focused on the state-of-the-art companionship. Before taking stay in familiar surroundings. aging the process of downsiz- delicious desserts which had the helm at Alternacare, Anne The list of Alternacare ser- ing to selectively weed out been the staple of his original had cared for both her par- vices is as long and varied non-essential papers; keeping home-based wholesale opera- ents over an 11-year period, as the needs out there in the track of vital legal documents tion. In his current, much larg- and was painfully aware of the community, ranging from full such as wills, powers of attor- er premises at 18 Beechwood, gaps in the healthcare system palliative care to a helping ney and property ownership Bill now offers full, freshly which left family caregivers hand following surgery or an documentation; researching cooked meals which include a and their elderly charges with- illness; transportation to medi- and/or recording family his- daily soup; quiches; daily spe- out readily available support. cal appointments; a few hours tories, and in general, giving cials; sandwiches; pizza; pasta; Photo: Louise Imbeault In her present role, she makes of companionship to relieve order and form to the precious salads; and of course, his sig- every effort to fill that gap by the monotony and loneliness papers, memorabilia and per- Generous Da Bombe propri- nature desserts and cookies to offering affordable, custom- of a long afternoon; assis- sonal stories accumulated over etor Bill Ross is planning an tempt any palate. There are ized care to serve the needs tance with household chores to a lifetime. “open house” for all who are also plenty of excellent take- and when possible, support the help seniors stay in their own In addition to his back- lonely, hungry and looking out options for the harried fam- independence of the elderly, homes; an overnight stay with ground in information man- for good food and good cheer ily meal provider, including while providing their families a senior when family caregiv- agement, Bill has a library sci- on Christmas Eve. chicken pot pies; shepherd’s with peace of mind and much ers are out of town on business, ence degree, and has worked pie; pasta dishes; quiches needed time off. and countless other health and in libraries and the academic and—a favourite in our house- with their hot turkey dinners Alternacare works, in effect, personal services designed to world for more than a decade. hold—hearty pizza slices. and Bill’s now legendary warm as a “match making” service, enhance the client’s quality of He prides himself on his live- Da Bombe now has seating hospitality, Da Bombe’s guests meticulously selecting the life, and relieve the burden on ly historical sense and pen- for up to 30 diners, and there were treated to a joyful eve- appropriate care provider for family caregivers. Services can chant for names, dates and is free Wi-Fi so you can check ning of Christmas carols with the individual or family in ques- be arranged on a one off or an places—an enthusiasm which your email or catch up on an musical accompaniment to cel- tion, based on the (free) assess- ongoing basis. Alternacare is he brings to bear in helping overdue assignment while you ebrate the season and keep the ment of a Nursing Supervisor committed to ensuring a good seniors to record or reconstruct enjoy a leisurely lunch. From darkness of December at bay. who pays a preliminary visit to match between client and care- their family histories, through 10 am to 2 pm on Sundays, This year, Bill is spreading the clients to determine their exact giver so that the arrangement is audio and visual recordings, Bill and his team provide a full word through local churches, requirements. Depending on congenial and comfortable to and by means of the tried and Sunday brunch (including a food banks and shelters, and the client’s needs, Alternacare both parties. true method of writing it all Kids’ Menu) for families tak- expects that the number of may assign a Registered down. He often makes use of ing a breather from the kitch- guests may double yet again. the excellent genealogical soft- en. And even if your weekend So if you happen to be walk- ware products that are now days are packed full of events ing past 18 Beechwood on available to help his clients and activities, you may want to Christmas Eve, don’t be sur- simplify the process of tracing revive the time-honoured, but prised to hear songs and laugh- the family tree. Bill has found sadly waning, tradition of fam- ter issuing from the restaurant. it fascinating to explore the ily Sunday dinners by making Well done Bill: thanks to your four strands of his own lineage an advance reservation at Da generous heart, the spirit of and delve into the stories of his Bombe (613-741-0044). Bill Christmas is alive and well on forebears. takes up to 20 reservations for Beechwood! As a senior himself, Bill is Sunday evening, offering a ful- Alternacare Inc.: Relief for familiar with the challenges some spread of soup or salad, the Sandwich Generation of downsizing from a fam- roast prime rib, Yorkshire pud- ily home to a much smaller Readers will be all too familiar ding, fresh vegetables, dessert residence, and works with his with the phenomenon of “the and coffee for a fixed price clients to help them “simplify sandwich generation”, and of less than $25! The Sunday in place”, scaling down their indeed many may be among its dinners are a relatively new possessions to dispose of those rapidly swelling ranks. Recent Photo: Courtesy of Alternacare innovation at Da Bombe, and ultimately considered dispens- estimates suggest that close to The Alternacare Ottawa Team: (from left to right) Tracy if all goes well, Bill is con- able, while retaining the essen- three million Canadians now (Nursing Supervisor), Anne (Manager), Julie (Staffing templating the possibility of tials which are part and par- fall into this category, simul- Coordinator), Heidi and Tamara (Account Managers). acquiring a liquor license early taneously caring for aging or in the New Year. ailing parents while supporting A Merry Christmas at Da their own children, and endur- Bombe: For the third consecu- ing the attendant stresses on tive year, Bill and his team will family finances, job schedules, open their doors on Christmas social life and their own physi- Eve to host a full Christmas cal and emotional health. dinner, offering turkey and Here’s where the services of all the trimmings, as well as Alternacare Inc. can help out. “comfort and joy,” to any and Alternacare Manager Anne all who are down on their luck, Côté describes the service or simply alone and in need of as “an extra pair of hands” cheer. Bill’s Christmas tradi- (or with equal accuracy, “an December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 11 cel of the personal history and clients in the neighbourhood agents, architects and design- identity of the family or indi- who are temporarily immobi- ers, historians of built heri- vidual in question. As you can lized by illness or major sur- tage, and those in the build- guess, this is no easy task as gery. Their goal is to restore ing/design business to produce most of us become attached to the housebound individual to minutely detailed (often to the our possessions and part with the point that he or she is suffi- point of photographic) images them only out of necessity and ciently mobile to make the trip of buildings and properties in with great reluctance! to the clinic for ongoing care. pencil, ink, water colour and As a first step in his deal- A recent addition to the PTI oil paint. Sarah’s commissions ings with a potential client, team is Russell Garber, a have involved photographs, Bill offers a free 30-minute graduate of Ashbury College floor plans and elevations, assessment of what needs to who played rugby and football, or on-site sittings, and you’ll be done to meet the client’s and no doubt turned up at PTI find samples of her meticulous requirements, and then pro- from time to time to have an work on her website at www. ceeds with the project on the injury treated! Russell gradu- sarahwallace.ca. basis of a mutually agreed fee ated in Kinesiology from the An exhibition of Sarah’s art- for his services. Of primary University of Western Ontario, istry, including both abstract importance in his business is and went on to earn his certi- and figurative work, is com- to develop a relationship of fication as a Personal Trainer ing up soon in January or trust and understanding with from the Canadian Society February. Keep an eye on her his clients. Indeed, he seems of Exercise Physiologists. website for details of dates and to have succeeded admirably He currently offers strength location, or watch for notices in this objective as many of training and conditioning to at PTI when you’re there for his clients have become close, clients of all ages and abili- your next workout, treatment personal friends. ties, from out-of-shape begin- or Pilates session! If you or your family mem- ners to competitive athletes, Le Saint Ô: New Owners, bers are struggling with a dis- and places special emphasis New Hours, Same Fine orderly wealth of papers and on effective communication French Cuisine possessions accumulated over and constructive feedback to Multi-talented Sarah Wallace provides Pilates instruction the years, and would like to guide and motivate his clients. at the Physical Therapy Institute as well as running a home As we reported in our last turn the documentary equiva- As most of us know from bit- portraits business. issue, Le Saint Ô, a popular lent of a random pile of laundry ter experience, preventative ballet and weights. After the stability, strength and mobility. local dining spot for lovers into a tidy, beautifully pressed care is essential to warding birth of her children, howev- In addition to her vocation as of fine French cuisine since wardrobe, you may want to get of injuries in athletic endeav- er, she became acutely aware a Pilates instructor, Sarah has 1990, changed ownership last in touch with Bill at 613-805- ours. Russell is trained to pro- of the need to return to core a second, and very different summer when the restaurant 0801 or billrolph@cassanto. vide a Functional Movement work to restore proper align- string to her bow. She is a clas- was purchased by Germain com Welcome, Bill, and best Assessment to identify asym- ment, stability and strength, sically trained visual artist with Brunet and his wife Annie of luck with your new busi- metries, mobility problems, and discovered Pilates as the a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Durand-Brunet from the ness! motor programming dysfunc- ideal option. At PTI, Sarah’s the Parsons School of Design previous owners Natasha tion, and to prescribe motor clients range from competitive in Paris, France, and for close Dumont and Philippe Dupuy. Physical Therapy Institute: programming exercises (and/ athletes in search of a chal- to 20 years, has worked as a Annie and Germain are cur- Some Fresh Faces on the or physiotherapy referrals) to lenging full body work out to successful portrait artist spe- rently residents of Aylmer, Scene deal with these issues before those recovering from injuries. cializing in detailed architec- but first became intrigued by The Physical Therapy they lead to injury. Sarah is thrilled to be able to tural renderings. Le Saint Ô when they lived Institute at 350 Crichton work with PTI’s team of mas- Sarah’s Home Portraits closer by in Rothwell Village, Street is a lively place these Pilates and Portraits: sage therapists and physiother- business has engaged her in ultimately trying it out and days, with a steady influx of Introducing Sarah Wallace apists to coordinate a carefully commissions all across North later taking the plunge when clients working out in the fully A second fresh face on the phased rehabilitation regime to America, working with pri- they discovered that Natasha equipped gym, whether inde- scene at PTI is Pilates help the client gradually regain vate homeowners, real estate pendently or with one of PTI’s Instructor Sarah Wallace. Continued on page 12 skilled Personal Trainers to put Sarah’s own personal experi- them through their paces. The ence sparked the interest in treatment rooms are filled with Pilates which led her to a seri- regulars in search of a restor- ous study of the discipline, and ative massage or a pain reliev- ultimately to advanced certi- ing physiotherapy session. fication in STOTT Pilates, as Readers may not be aware well as Injuries and Special that PTI owner/physiotherapist Populations certification. For Pam Siekierski and two of many years, she was a com- her massage therapists, Tonya petitive figure skater at an elite Moore and Melanie Giroux- level, cross training in non- Cook, make home visits to core work out regimes such as Page 12 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Continued from page 11 be serenaded with live accor- cial celebration, be sure to call Beauty Mark Esthetics: up with new technologies and dion music. in advance for a reservation Discounts for Reading the innovations in the field, rang- and Philippe were ready to The Brunets objective, in the (613-749-9703). NEN!! ing from advancements in skin move on. Annie has long had realm of cuisine, was largely to Once again this year, Le Owner Lee-Ann Zanelli and care and nail treatments to new a passion for gourmet cooking, maintain the exceptional qual- Saint Ô will be part of Ottawa her team at Beauty Mark applications of laser technolo- and for some years has been ity of the French cuisine for Magazine’s Winter Bites Esthetics are gearing up for the gy. One prominent trend which an avid baker of wedding and which Le Saint Ô is locally event in the pre-Winterlude holiday season, when parties she welcomes as the way of the specialty cakes for friends and and celebrations abound, and future is the move to organic, family. She and Germain are clients are especially eager to non-chemical skin care lines thrilled by the opportunity to look their best. Two of the pop- based exclusively on natural be in the restaurant business, ular treatments which Lee-Ann ingredients. and to take the helm of such expects to be in high demand Lee-Ann has thoroughly a successful and high quality are the Shellac No Chip mani- enjoyed her teaching experi- operation. cure which promises to keep ence which has brought back Since taking ownership last your manicure fresh and intact memories of her own early summer, the Brunets have gone for at least two weeks, and days learning the business, to great lengths to bring about Eminence Organic Skin Care and the challenges of that very a smooth transition, with prin- facials, including the spicy first manicure or eyebrow cipal chef Nancy Durocher Yam and Pumpkin facial which treatment. She has found it and her team remaining in Lee-Ann recommends as an immensely gratifying to watch charge in the kitchen. Both ideal way to tone and freshen her students work with their Natasha and Philippe stay your skin for all those holiday first clients: “You feel that you on the scene; Natasha in her events. Here’s the bonus: if have done your job. Almost accustomed role as maître d’ you mention this article, or like a proud Mom!” We wish on weekends, and Philippe as better still, clip it and take it Lee-Ann and her team a happy a culinary consultant. There Photo: Courtesy of Le Saint Ô with you, Lee-Ann is offer- holiday season, and continuing have, however, been a number Members of Le Saint Ô’s team: (from left to right, stand- ing a 10% discount on these success in the New Year. of modest changes since the ing) Germain Brunet, Laurent Grellier, Mike Schell, Simon treatments! New Edinburgh Pharmacy: Brunets took over, including a Bélanger; (from left to right, seated) Manon Courroux, In addition to her many years facelift for the kitchen and the Annie Durand-Brunet, Kassandra Thomas and Nancy New Roles for Pharmacists Durocher. of experience as a practicing in Ontario upgrading of two washrooms. esthetician, with special exper- In early October, the Annie reports that during the renowned—“if it ain’t broke, period between January 10 tise in pedicures and electroly- Government of Ontario first week of January when don’t fix it!” The only minor and 26. Participating restau- sis, Lee-Ann has a background the restaurant is traditionally adjustments introduced to rants throughout the city offer of teaching aspiring students of closed, the dining room is next date involve: a slightly greater lunch and dinner featuring a esthetics at Algonquin College. in line for a makeover, and a emphasis on the use of locally set menu at a fixed price to She describes her field as a new heating system is to be grown, organic produce; more give area residents a chance to “booming and evolving busi- installed on the patio to allow frequent changes in the menu liven up an often dreary time ness,” with the number of stu- diners to enjoy an almost- to give regular clients some of year by sampling the culi- dents on the rise every year. outdoors experience all winter fresh choices; the addition of a nary treasures of the region. At present, Algonquin offers a long. vegetarian option on the menu Check out Le Saint Ô’s web- Diploma program, but there are Another innovation which (which I personally applaud!); site at www.lesainto.com for currently no licensing require- restaurant regulars will wel- and the introduction of gluten- more details. Another innova- ments for esthetics practitio- come is an increase in the hours free options for the growing tion which Annie and Germain ners, and the pressure is mount- Photo: Louise Imbeault of operation. Since September number of diners with food are delighted to introduce is a ing to introduce licensing as 30, Le Saint Ô has been open Beauty Mark Esthetics’ Lee- sensitivities. series of wine and food pairing a means of maintaining high Ann Zanelli and her team for lunch and dinner from Another welcome change for evenings beginning in January professional standards. While Tuesday through Sunday. In are geared up for the holiday those who are pressed for time and running through to March students continue to learn the season. early October, Saturday and at the lunch hour is the midi- or April, during which their “classics” of esthetics, such Sunday Brunches were intro- exprès lunch, a simplified menu Sommelier will both tempt as manicures, pedicures and announced a number of chang- duced from 10 am to 1:30 pm. which allows you to finish up your palate and provide you waxing, Lee-Ann notes that es to the provincial legislation Annie is particularly enthu- within 45 minutes. Needless with some background educa- there is increasing emphasis governing pharmacists, the siastic about the introduction to say, however, the traditional tion in the subtleties of taste on “medical esthetics” using effect of which will enhance of brunch, as she has noted leisurely luncheon is still avail- combinations. Details will be laser technology and advanced the role of pharmacists as front the relative lack of compa- able to those who look forward posted on their website as the facial rejuvenation procedures. line health care providers and rable options in the area, and to savoring a superb French series unfolds. As in most other fields, the streamline some routine proce- welcomes the chance to give meal in an unhurried fashion. We welcome Annie and education process in esthetics dures. As of October 9, phar- families a moment to relax and Annie promises a marvelous Germain, and wish them great doesn’t end with the receipt macists in the province have be treated to a first class meal holiday menu from the end success in their first year at of a Diploma. Lee-Ann has the authority to renew non- at reasonable prices. She also of November to the end of the helm of this popular neigh- found that there is a continuing narcotic prescriptions for up notes that on Sunday evenings, December, so if you’re plan- bourhood institution. need to take further courses to six months without a call to every second week, diners will ning an evening out or a spe- after graduation simply to keep the physician; prescribe smok- ing cessation drugs to clients struggling to kick the habit; and provide advice to those with chronic conditions. They have also been authorized to offer flu shots to the general public, and it’s anticipated that about 600 pharmacies will do so in the current flu season. Our own community pharma- cist Frank Tonon, owner/oper- ator of the New Edinburgh Pharmacy, is encouraged by the changes which he sees as a positive (if not long overdue!) step towards greater involve- ment of pharmacists in over- all patient care. The legisla- tive changes appear to mark December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 13 an encouraging step towards pharmacies, which he hopes Pharmacy and Health Sciences greater convenience to clients, will be further broadened to in Boston, and now licensed to savings to OHIP and proper include other vaccines and practice in Ontario. Matthew compensation to pharmacists some intra-muscular injections. had apprenticed in the fam- for their important role in the One of his next projects for the ily business since he was 17, healthcare system. and following his graduation For a variety of reasons, last May, he became an intern Frank is not yet ready to leap at the pharmacy in June, ulti- into the flu shot business this mately acquiring his license to winter, though this may be a practice as a full-fledged phar- reasonable possibility a year macist in October. We wish from now. The system is still him a warm welcome to the in the process of being fine- community and many years tuned, and the thorny issue of successful practice in our of compensation to pharma- midst, carrying on the Tonon cists remains unresolved. The family tradition! government’s current offer of Kavanaugh’s Service Centre $7.50 per shot doesn’t come and Car Wash: It’s a Go! Photo: Louise Imbeault close to covering the signifi- The new Kavanaugh’s Service Centre and Car Wash is a go cant costs involved, according As we signaled in our previous and will be setting up shop at 145 Marier. to Frank. These costs include issue, Terry Kavanaugh has now confirmed his arrange- along with hand wash and ors. Change is of course the expensive mandatory qualify- detailing for your vehicle, and law of life, but they’ll be sorely ing courses for pharmacy per- Photo: Louise Imbeault ment to lease the premises at 145 Marier (at Des Pères you can look forward to some missed in our neighbourhood! sonnel, and/or the cost of hir- special promotional offers Matthew Tonon is the fresh Blancs), and to reopen his Handyman by JKOM: ing registered nurses to admin- when the new location opens new face behind the phar- auto service operations and car Home Repairs and Bicycle ister the shots, and of course, up in the New Year. He and macy counter at Beechwood wash at the new location begin- Restoration the requirement to provide his sons Kenny and Kyle are waiting areas for patients, both Pharmacy. ning in early January 2013. We welcome new advertiser Depending on how quickly taking over two garage facili- pre- and post-injection. Frank New Edinburgh Pharmacy ties on the new site, one fac- Jason Komendat who current- also notes that in the pecking is to develop a specialization Domicile’s Kavanaugh project ly has two businesses on the go proceeds, Terry and his crew ing Marier with a capacity for order for dispensation of the in travel medicine, supplying up to 20 cars, and a second which may be of interest to our vaccines, pharmacists’ orders vaccines and medications to may have to begin the move readers. The first, a handyman from 227 Beechwood by mid- around the corner fronting on will be filled only after those the many international travel- Des Pères Blancs, where the service dealing with minor of physicians, potentially cre- ers in our community. December, but you should still repairs and household tasks of have plenty of time to have car wash and a tire storage ating problems for pharmacies And in case you hadn’t facility will be located. all descriptions, and the sec- in situations of shortage. noticed, the newest face at your tires changed or your car ond, a bicycle repair and res- rust-proofed at the old garage We wish Terry and company Despite the practical hurdles the dispensary is none other great success in this new ven- toration service for bikes of to be addressed in the coming than Frank’s son Matthew before that process starts. all types and vintages (check As reported in October, ture, and bid a fond farewell to year, however, Frank looks for- Tonon, a recent graduate of Rupert, Clarence and Joey as out www.retro-rides.ca). ward to this expanded role for the Massachusetts College of Terry’s new operation will include a full service garage they move on to new endeav- Continued on page 14 Page 14 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Continued from Page 13 from addictions. To date, Cat’s and Andre Cloutier.) Rather has raised over $8,500 for the Due to a personal trauma, it is intended to describe the Treatment Centre, on top of the Jason honed his skills as a unbuttoned, entirely individual $1,700 raised at their Grand jack-of-all-trades, taking on style of cuisine created by “a Opening last summer when cli- tasks for his family, friends and new wave of chefs who are…. ents were treated to free fish clients of his original business, abandoning the old hierar- and chips in exchange for a and resourcefully parlayed his chies and satisfying their own donation to the cause. Mr. Fix-It talents and his pas- appetites instead.” Gone are If you haven’t already done sion for bicycle restoration the perfectly composed, mini- into seasonal work. Jason has so, you may want to drop in to malist plates consisting of a tackled a broad range of jobs “the Little Blue House” at 317 few colorful morsels in artful some light furniture repair to St. Laurent to welcome Dave arrangement (and in sufficient overseeing set up and instal- and Catherine to the commu- quantity for my son’s pre-din- lation of home entertainment nity and enjoy a tasty maritime ner snack). Taking their place and computer systems; minor meal while you’re at it. is what Wagman describes as painting jobs; to repair of Table 40: Fraser Brothers “a limitless mash up of culi- smoke detectors and light fix- Make Ottawa Magazine’s nary histories and traditions…. tures. He has special expertise Photo: Courtesy of Jason Komendat Jason Komendat will fix your bike or do odd jobs around Top 10 List for 2012 part gourmet, part global, part in supervising the set up and grandma,” featuring dishes repair of all types of mobility your home. Once again this year, our selection that best suits your lighthouse logo. Perhaps most local culinary stars Simon “rich in nostalgia, history and equipment, including require- animal fat”! ments for safety and stability tastes and needs. importantly, is Dave’s welcom- and Ross Fraser caught the Interested readers with odd ing “down home” Maritimes eye of Ottawa Magazine Table 40 received a high in the shower and tub. ranking as a Top 10 leader in In our own neighbourhood, job home repairs on the To hospitality, which he imbibed Food Editor Shawn Wagman the Young Cuisine Movement Jason has taken on a host of Do list or bicycles in need of at an early age when his fam- as she compiled her annual miscellaneous jobs, including attention can reach Jason at ily made regular trips to the ranking of the hot spots on in Ottawa, praised in particu- repair of door handles, locks, 613-276-5968 or by email at east coast. Dave and Catherine Ottawa’s restaurant scene. This lar for the “exuberant infor- and even small appliance [email protected]. and their team maintain an year, Wagman’s Top 10 were mality” of its Monday Night ambitious schedule in their Communal Dinners (featured repair. And here’s one that’s Cat’s Fish and Chips: selected on the basis of their unique: Jason built six sets of early days of operation. Cat’s success in epitomizing “the in our October edition) with Maritime Hospitality on St. is now open 7 days a week a set menu incorporating an stilts for École Trille des Bois Laurent Blvd. energy of Young Cuisine,” a in Vanier! Having grown up from 11 am to 10 pm, and eclectic mixture of global cui- Back in May, Dave (Skipper) new trend in the gastronom- in a century old home, Jason on Saturdays and Sundays, sines from North Africa, to Waltham and his wife ic world which originated in is entirely familiar with the Breakfast is served from 7 Asia to home-style banana Catherine opened the doors Europe and has since become special quirks and challenges am to 11 am. cream pie, all of which is of Cat’s Fish and Chips at the watchword of Omnivore, of older houses such as many You can have a close look served in generous quantities. 317 St. Laurent (at Hemlock) a French organization devoted of those in our community. at their nautical-themed menu to welcome all lovers of that to organizing food festivals Congratulations to Simon and He draws from a wealth of on the Cat’s website at www. traditional British staple, and around the world. Ross and their Table 40 team: experience refurbishing old catsfishandchips.com or go anyone else in search of a tasty In case you’re new to this seems you just keep getting floors and fixing leaky faucets, to their Facebook page where meal in a relaxed, hospitable, better! running toilets, sticky draw- you can make specific inqui- exploding culinary fash- east coast atmosphere. Despite ers, squeaky hinges and wob- ries. Suffice it to say, there is ion, Young Cuisine is not, in a preliminary hiccup associ- Burgh Business Bits: bly chairs, as well as finding ample choice for fish lovers fact, simply a reference to ated with acquiring a liquor and sealing off the sources of ranging from grilled salmon the tender ages of the gour- Books on Beechwood: The license in time for patio season, drafts. to Cajan-flavoured, pan fried met chefs involved (though Last Hurrah (a problem which Councillor If you’re among the many Basa filet or shrimp and chips heaven knows, the majority Peter Clark was ultimately As we all know to our sorrow, committed cyclists in the com- with dipping sauce, to “land- of these are in fact astonish- instrumental in resolving), in the coming weeks, Books munity, you may want to check lubber” options such as steak, ingly youthful, not least our Cat’s was in full swing by mid- on Beechwood will be winding out Jason’s bicycle repair and burgers and salads, which talented local crop, Simon July, and has since become a down towards its scheduled restoration service at www. you can wash down with a and Ross, Michael Farber, popular local eatery and a des- retro-rides.ca. Whatever the tasty Bosun’s Brew. Weekend tination for fish and chips lov- age and condition of your bike, breakfasts feature two tempt- ers, not only from our area, but he promises to “restore it to its ing selections from the sea: also from communities as far former glory” and have it in the Glace Bay Breakfast of afield as Rockland, Gatineau, top shape for the start of the beer battered haddock with Barrhaven and Kanata. spring bicycle season. If you eggs, fries and toast, and the You can’t fail to notice the happen to be in the market for Bishop’s Falls Benedict, a over-arching nautical theme a good used bike, Jason has a feast of smoked salmon, two that pervades all aspects of number of attractive options poached eggs, hollandaise, the restaurant, from its décor which he has “rescued” and capers and a toasted muffin. to its fish-focused menu, its can offer sage advice on a For your family members with less (or no!) enthusiasm for fish dishes, Cat’s provides all the regular breakfast selections from pancakes and waffles to omelets, eggs with bacon, ham or sausages and toast. One of Dave’s chief delights in his new location on St. Laurent is being part of a com- munity, rather than marooned in a barren strip mall. Community outreach has always been a part of his plan since taking on the challenge of operating his own restaurant. Regular cli- ents are aware, $1 from every order of Cat’s Cutlass Haddock Photo: Louise Imbeault now goes to the Dave Smith Cat’s Fish and Chips on St. Laurent at Hemlock and Dave Youth Treatment Centre for (Skipper) Waltham (inset). 13 to 21 year olds recovering December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 15 closure at the end of January ing) disappearance of so many 2013. Thanks to an outpouring of our local merchants. She of public support for maintain- reports, however, that since ing our community bookstore, the start of the fall, her busi- a working group from the com- ness has picked up to a steady munity has been pulling out all pace, and she is hopeful that stops to explore the options, ultimately, the anticipated and though hope of success major new developments on appeared somewhat slim as Beechwood will augur well for we went to press, the deter- the success of her enlarged mined effort is far from over! operation. Stay tuned for more details of the renovation in a You’ll find more details in a later edition of the NEN, and separate article in this issue in the meantime, if you haven’t (Beechwood Renewal: Are We already done so, drop by Sushi There Yet?, page 1). Photo: Louise Imbeault Me to sample its wide range In the interim, pre-Christmas Sushi Me owner Sue Jung reports that her popular restau- rant is soon to expand...into the old pizza place next door. of tasty fare, from its signature sales are reportedly booming, sushi rolls to its popular Bento and a series of lively authors’ Forrest, Brenda Chapman, early spring 2013. boxes featuring an assortment events is on the agenda for Mary Jane Maffini and Erika Like all the other remain- of tempting flavours. Best of the first half of December. Chase (a.k.a. Linda Wiken). ing businesses on Beechwood, luck Sue: we’re grateful for JAN 10 On Saturday, December 1, And on Saturday, December Sushi Me has felt the effects your presence in our neigh- from 1 to 3 pm, author Roy 15, from 11 am to 1 pm, of greatly reduced pedestrian bourhood, and for your faith in Mayer will be on hand to sign author Vicki Delaney will be traffic in the wake of the fire the future of Beechwood! copies of his recent publica- at the store to sign copies of her and the subsequent (and ongo- tion Galahad Cried, a novel suspense-filled modern Gothic based on the story of Bert novel More than Sorrow. There’s still plenty of time to load up on reading material for Christmas and the long winter months ahead, so please be sure to drop in to the store and pay a farewell tribute to Jean and her wonderful Books on Beechwood crew. Sushi Me: Expansion Plans in the Offing! Sushi Me owner Sue Jung reports that her popular res- Photo: Louise Imbeault taurant at 8B Beechwood will soon be expanding into Harper, a close friend of for- the space next door, formerly mer Prime Minister William occupied by Papa Tony’s pizza Lyon Mackenzie King, and shop. Sue signed the lease for the legendary hero in whose the 740 square foot space in honour the Galahad statue on early November, and expects to Wellington Street was erected. undertake a major redesign of Mystery lovers won’t want the premises over the next few to miss the evening event on months. She is taking care not Thursday, December 13, to be overly optimistic about from 6 to 8 pm, when six pop- the project completion date ular local mystery writers will given the number of approv- gather at the store to sign cop- als required, combined with ies of their books and “spread the need for careful advance chilling cheer”! The group planning of the new restaurant will include R.J. Harlick, space, but if all goes well, Barbara Fradkin, C.B. sushi lovers can look forward to an enlarged dining area by Page 16 New Edinburgh News December 2012 to be scheduled in. Michel Giroux (613-978-3059) will be looking for Attendants (voluntary and paid) to man the rink and Fieldhouse during opening hours. Contact Michel if you want to apply. Please check the community website (www.newedinburgh.ca) for news of the opening and hours Looking Forward for the rinks. As well as the rinks, we are also looking forward to the to Winter!! holiday season. Thanks to a By Cathy McConkey and hockey for everyone! generous contribution from the Ottawa Civic Events Funding Well the leaves have been We are thrilled to welcome new raked up, the gardening beds CCC Member Roxanne Clark Program, we are changing up have been clipped, bulbs have to the team, who immediately our winter schedule this year. been cleaned and mulched got her feet wet by organizing We are pleased to announce the 2012 Halloween Howl, Walk Retirement Residence, maintaining the skating that our Winter Carnival will and now we wait for the next where they were greeted by rinks. The initial opening is season. I suspect we will be which took place on Sunday, be held on New Year's Day, October 28. The Howl was a the residents and given lots always hard to predict, being a January 1, 2013. This com- having a more ‘normal’ winter and lots of candy! Back at weather dependant event. We with lots of snow and colder great success thanks to all the munity celebration will feature hard work of our volunteers. the Fieldhouse everyone had have to wait for the snow to skating games, sleigh rides and weather, I can feel it in my arrive, and in the past few Little trick-or-treaters arrived tons of fun with crafts and musical entertainment, as well bones!! It will make icing the games. Some even dared to put years have been very lucky at the Fieldhouse in their as lots of food. For the very rinks easier for the Hosers and their hand in the spooky, gooey to get enough of the white, will provide some great skating costumes just in time for the first time, we are including a parade to the Governor’s pumpkin to retrieve the critters fluffy stuff just a few days hidden inside. We would like to before Christmas. Michel community brunch for local thank all of our volunteers who Giroux and his team of New residents. So, after a late night helped before, during and after Edinburgh Hosers will be or early morning of ringing the event: Roxie Clark, Paula hard at work tamping down in the New Year, join us for a Pincombe, Kathryn Verey, the initial snowfall to use as a pancake brunch starting at 10 Rachel Aslan, Caroline Matt, base for the rest of the season. am; have a coffee and relax Kado Dwivedi and Harmony Each and every night, our team while the kids play outside. Ferriera. A very special thank of dedicated Hosers will be All are welcome. Please watch you for the warm welcome out scraping and watering the for more information closer to and sweet contributions by rinks so that we will have the the date. Hope to see you all the residents of Governor’s best rink in the city for our there, and if you feel the need Walk and their Activities community’s use. Brian Torrie to volunteer in any fashion Director, Milly Battaion. ([email protected] or please contact us. No experi- Now that Halloween is 613-747-7951) will be making ence needed! over and the candy is slowly up the icing schedule for the Council meets every second disappearing, we are looking Hosers for the coming season, Monday of the month, at 7:30 ahead. Our next activity, and so if you want to volunteer pm in the Fieldhouse. The likely the biggest and longest to be part of this illustrious Council has a terrific base of of our year, is opening and group, please contact Brian dedicated volunteers here in the community. For those new or old to the neighbourhood and wanting to make contact with your neighbours, this is a wonderful way to make new friends. If you are interested in joining or volunteering please call me at 613-746-0303 for more information. Merry Christmas to every- one and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2013!!!! December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 17 the “Mom and Me” play- lessly running and booking held each year by the New group so young Mom’s and the Fieldhouse and tending to Edinburgh Pub, that supports babies could come together for all the needs of ensuring the so many of our local groups play time and support each building is always ready to and charities. With all of this other. This opportunity also provide the needed gathering and the new world of sing- was a backdrop for Jill to get space in the hood. ing with the Ottawa Police involved with teaching lan- For several years now, Jill Choir, Jill is definitely busy guage impaired children and has dressed for fun success and involved! got her involved with the Deaf for the “Ottawa Race Weekend We are delighted for Roger community. Cheering Station” (voted Best and Jill as they journey to a Jill has been a steadfast Cheering five years in a row!) new part of town, but it is not Council member since the She has provided invalu- without taking this moment mid 1970s, and continues her able help with the “Ride for to say THANK YOU for all contribution to this neighbour- Dads”, as well as for the New you have contributed to New hood by efficiently and tire- Edinburgh Golf Tournament, Edinburgh!

Roger and Jill Hardy. A “Hardy” Contribution By Joseph Cull over from Jack Ferguson who How great it is when people lives on MacKay Street). He pull up their sleeves and get was also the man dedicated to involved in their local neigh- ensuring the outdoor ice rinks bourhood. Life-long volun- in Stanley Park were prepped teers, Jill and Roger Hardy and ready for use for some 15 have spent most of their lives years, countless and thankless hours in the winter hours prim- together giving back! ing the ice to be as smooth as While raising two boys, these possible. parents still made the time and Jill was no shrinking violet had the energy to get involved either, as a young Girl Guide and ensure their children and Leader, tripping the girls off others grew up in a solid and to the Lindenlea Fieldhouse; close-knit community. and putting in never-end- In the mid 1970s, for almost ing hours working with the 15 years, Roger was a Cub Lighthouse Program (a City Leader for the Boy Scouts of of Ottawa initiative to keep Canada, which gathered in the schools open, especially at basement of Crichton School. night). In fact, this is how the He was also a T-ball coach, Crichton Community Council soccer coach (a role he took was formed. Jill also started Page 18 New Edinburgh News December 2012 students as much as possible to help them “think outside the ‘Wrappings’ Unwrapped box and learn to look at things Burgh Arts Scene in a new or different way.” This year, Pernicova taught at Electric Street Studio the students the techniques of the impressionists, exploring colour to follow up on previous abstract work and Van Gogh study. Not only is the Art Show a fun and engaging way to introduce artistic techniques to the children, it also pro- vides “a wonderful opportunity for us to open up our doors to the community, welcome everyone into our school and enjoy a beautiful day of artistic contributions,” says Deborah Gutierrez, Fern Hill School’s dedicated principal. Parents agree. Lisa Hall, a parent of two children attend- ing Fern Hill says, “It’s inspir- ing to see so much high-quality local art. The children become aware that beautiful art isn’t just what they see in a muse- um, it’s everywhere, and they can be a part of creating it.” Fern Hill School Art “I believe that art can change the world.” says Pernicova. “There is nothing more enjoy- Fair Celebrates Art in able than creating with chil- dren and watching them grow Photo: Gavin Murphy Education creatively...I learn from them, Gorilla with Carolyn Andrews at ‘Wrappings’ vernissage at probably more then they learn the Electric Street Studio. By Kareen Madian-Wolf who helped organize the event. from me.” “Last year art teacher Margot An appreciation for the arts has As far as Pernicova is con- By Gavin Murphy always been part of Fern Hill Grimes entered Van Gogh- cerned, “Education without art School’s culture. This appre- inspired art work by her stu- is incomplete. Our investment September 20 featured a warm tant events. ciation was on full display at dents and several won prizes in in this area for our children late summer evening, and But her body expresses the the Fern Hill School Art Show the Van Gogh Goes to School now will increase our chances the Electric Street Studio on many emotions her voice is held on Nov. 23 and 24 in New art contest.” for a better future.” Crichton Street was the place incapable of doing. She hast- Edinburgh. Local artists volunteered Other artists featured in the to be for Sherry Tompalski’s ily marries a Gorilla and they “The Fern Hill Art Show is their time to work with stu- show included Ariel Lyons, ‘Wrappings’ vernissage. immediately have children. an event that celebrates the dents to create masterpieces fit Sally Douglas, Michael D. ‘Wrappings’ is a fascinating ‘Wrappings’ is Act I of her wonderful art program at Fern for a museum. Smith, Lori Coulter-Brethour, show of 23 new works by story. Hill School,” says Nathalie One of those artists, Zaneta Luis Enrique Oliver and Karen Tompalski. At the centre of her ‘Wrappings’ tracks the Gagnon, a Fern Hill Parent Pernicova, believes it’s impor- Xarchos. mixed media and canvas series Wrapped Woman’s path to tant for art to be introduced to is a fictional character, the healing and freedom from fear. Wrapped Woman. She repre- While the show has a seri- sents the desire to be seen—but ous component, it also had a also the fear of being known in humorous dimension. a sea of constant change. Her Tompalski, a visual art- head is wrapped and her eyes ist with an impressive track covered with sunglasses. She record of solo and group exhi- does not speak and wants to bitions in the Ottawa area and hide her many emotions, her beyond, featured ‘Wrappings’ embarrassing experiences and at the studio from September to remain silent about impor- 21 to 26, 2012.

Photo: Courtesy Fern Hill Artist Zaneta Pernicova: “children become aware that beautiful art isn’t just what they see in a museum, it’s everywhere, and they can be a part of creating it.” December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 19 Creating the Official Portrait of The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, 27th Governor General of Canada By Karen Bailey Hart’s bronze sculpture, The ward or church kitchen, and the Standing next to Madame tation of part of the Morrisseau The creation of the official Three Watchmen. This mov- subject, The Right Honourable Jean are three Canadian mili- painting on the ballroom wall portrait of Governor General ing ceremony included Haida Michaëlle Jean, more high pro- tary medical personnel in cam- behind the figures. Michaëlle Jean began in drummers and dancers. file than a nurse or tea lady, ouflage uniforms—a reference The process of creating this March 2010 when she visited Immediately, I knew I had to but my approach remains the to her role as Commander in portrait allowed me to consider my “Triage” exhibition at the include the sound of the drum same. Ultimately, mine is a Chief, Canada’s involvement what it means to be Canadian Ottawa School of Art Gallery. in the portrait; the Haida drum- portrait of a woman at work— in Afghanistan and to my own and the reality that, while indi- As Commander in Chief of mer became the heart beat of a woman who welcomes all experience as military artist. viduals are important, it is the the Canadian Forces, she felt the work. Knowing Madame Canadians and who believes In the middle of the work, a community we create together an instant connection to my Jean’s profound respect for in allowing them, individually World War II veteran reminds that matters. I have learned paintings of Canadian mili- Canada’s aboriginal heritage, and collectively, to share their the viewer of past military the importance of enabling tary medical personnel caring I felt she would appreciate this stories. Madame Jean likes to conflicts. An older woman, a people to tell their stories and for patients at Role 3 Hospital element and presence. say that her favourite land- volunteer, engages him in con- the medium of art to act as a Kandahar, Afghanistan, all The creative process was scape is people. versation while a sage passes vibrant conduit. inspired by my experience as organic and my design expand- In the portrait, Madame Jean by in the background. I completed the work in early an official war artist in 2007. ed horizontally as subjects is full face and open, welcom- Madame Jean and M. Lafond September 2012. On September As Governor General, she had emerged, nineteen in total. I ing the viewer into “the liv- believe strongly in the power 27, the Official Portrait of the visited this small hospital sev- strove to reflect all of Canada. ing room of the nation,” the of the arts to inspire young peo- Right Honourable Michaëlle eral times and was impressed and touched by the profes- sional and caring approach of the medical staff towards all the patients, who included mil- itary personnel, Afghan civil- ians and children. It was during her visit to my exhibition that Madame Jean asked me to paint her official portrait. She advised that “This project will take a great deal of imagination.” Her predic- tion was correct. This was the greatest challenge of my career to date, and proved to be the most rewarding artistically. In late September 2011, we met to begin designing the work. Madame Jean’s primary request was that she not be depicted alone in the official portrait. In her portrait, she wanted to see reflected the vision that she carried out dur- ing her mandate. This vision encompassed her commitment and connection to her fellow Canadians, and in particular, her desire to create spaces for dialogue and to breakdown Photo: Iain Main the many solitudes (as in her motto “Briser les solitudes”); Artist Karen Bailey with her completed Official Portrait of the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, 27th Governor General to promote solidarity among of Canada. all citizens; to bridge the gen- erations; to support the energy I am best known as a painter ballroom of Rideau Hall. She ple. I’ve depicted the energy of Jean, 27th Governor General and creativity of young people; of people—military medical holds the hand of her daugh- youth with a group of children of Canada, was unveiled at to highlight the Canadian per- personnel, church tea ladies, ter Marie-Éden, age six. She and young people expressing Rideau Hall. The portrait is on spective; and to celebrate the waitresses, and charity shop fulfills her official role but is themselves through creativity, display permanently at Rideau richness of Canada’s diverse volunteers. Humanity, narra- always a mother first. imagination and technology on Hall as part of the Crown society. tive and warmth are essential Her husband, philosopher the left side of the canvas. Collection. The scale and complexity of in my work. These are quali- and filmmaker Jean-Daniel The Governor General’s aide- To view details of the the painting presented me with ties I associate with Madame Lafond stands by her, and is de-camp observes the scene. official portrait, please visit many challenges. Working Jean’s generous contribution as dedicated as she is to their Madame Jean was respon- karenbailey.ca. with Madame Jean and her as Governor General, quali- shared vision of making the sible for having Norval Editor’s Note: Karen Bailey husband Jean-Daniel Lafond ties I wanted to transmit in the institution of the Governor Morrisseau’s triptych is well known in our community became a collaborative effort work. General a space where all can “Androgyny” installed in 2008 as a former member of the Main as well as a meeting of minds. I sketched and photographed be heard. on the front wall of the ball- Works Artist’ Cooperative, The design was established Madame Jean, M. Lafond and Marie-Éden appears a second room. This powerful testimony and for many years, worked over a seven-month period. I Marie-Éden at my studio, the time in the work, this time as of aboriginal heritage, culture from a Studio at the Crichton spent a further three and a half Rectory Art House on Murray a composed young teenager and perspective is fundamen- Cultural Community Centre months painting the 80 x 40 Street. In sketching from life, texting friends on an electronic tal to our Canadian experi- (CCCC) in its original home at inch acrylic canvas. the artist begins to know their device. ence and shapes our national 200 Crichton Street. When the By chance, in November subject—a chance to capture The family dog, Shuka, peaks identity. This gesture epito- CCCC moved to 255 MacKay 2011, my visit to the National the essence of the sitter. around Madame Jean’s legs. mized her deep connection to Street in August, 2011, Karen Gallery of Canada coincided The setting of this portrait, Shuka arrived at Rideau Hall the aboriginal peoples, First moved to her current studio in with the installation of James the ballroom of Rideau Hall, as a puppy early in Madame Nations, Métis and Inuit of the Rectory Art House at 179 may be grander than a hospital Jean’s tenure. Canada. I included a represen- Murray Street. Page 20 New Edinburgh News December 2012

Rideau Hall Goes Geothermal On the eve of the 2012 Climate Capital Commission (NCC) tion in fossil fuel consump- Change Conference in Doha, announced plans for a major tion at Canada’s first Official Qatar, when global carbon move towards the greening of Residence. Early next year, emissions will once again be Rideau Hall, a move which work will begin on the instal- in the spotlight, the National should lead to a dramatic reduc- lation of a geothermal cooling and heating system which is expected to supply more than a third of the 175 room resi- dence’s heating requirements, as well as the bulk of its cool- ing needs in the steamy sum- mer months. To date, roughly half the Cooling and Heating from the same Geothermal system. sprawling 9,300 square metre greener, more energy efficient project is only one of a grow- building has been cooled by geothermal option. The plan is ing number of green initia- two large and noisy chillers to bury the network of 36 geo- tives to be implemented at the close to the public entrance, thermal tubes required to oper- residence, though clearly the and when both of these rel- ate the energy transfer system most ambitious to date. Other ics reached the end of their deep beneath the Rideau Hall measures include low flow operational life cycle, the skating rink; needless to say, water fixtures; condensing NCC turned its attention to the given our Governor General’s boilers; high efficiency win- well known passion for skat- dow air conditioners; environ- ing in generaWl, and hockey mentally benign cleaning prod- in particular, bore hole drilling ucts; replacement of incandes- will not begin until spring and cent light bulbs with LEDs; winter skating activities at the staff bicycles and tricycles for residence will not be affected. transportation around the 88 If all goes as planned, the sys- acre grounds; and last but not tem should be up and running least, a state-of-the-art organic by mid-July, 2013. regime in the gardens and on Rideau Hall’s geothermal the grounds of the estate. December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 21 be scheduled before the end the case in September. With tière, curried turkey/sweet … Beechwood Renewal of the year. With the newly luck, the negotiations should potato, curried sweet potato galvanized sense of collective be wrapped up shortly, par- veggie, and beefy Aussie pie. Continued from page 1 for optimism that the project community purpose following ticularly if the landlords are All of which are a staple in our interview with Lise Lauzon, will be launched sooner rather the October 29 BVA meeting, eager (as one would assume) household and in many others the daughter of Claude than later. Still to be resolved it seems fair to predict that to close the very lucrative deal in the community. Lauzon, owner of many of the before it’s full speed ahead Minto can look forward to an with Minto. Chris’ new headquarters on languishing properties on the with the redevelopment, how- exceptionally high level of If all goes as planned, Chris St. Laurent are a spacious 1950 south side of Beechwood. The ever, are the ongoing legal dis- community engagement in its and his Bread and Roses square feet, affording space for Lauzons’ interest in developing putes between current land- newest project! team will make the move in both an ample production area, these properties has reportedly lords Helene Carter, Edmond January or February 2013. In and an enlarged retail section. Blais and Mayo Trust New A Move in the Offing for the interim, Chris is hoping He hopes to introduce some been piqued by Domicile’s Bread and Roses arrangement to front the costs Edinburgh Centre, and two that the renovations required to seating to accommodate cus- As we signaled on the commu- of upgrading hydro servicing of its’ tenants, Chris Green equip the new premises for the tomers who’d like to savour nity website early in November to the east end of Beechwood of Bread and Roses Bakery bakery operation can be more their cookie, square or healthy (see www.newedinburgh. where the Kavanaugh project and Lester Clark, our legend- or less completed so that the sandwich right in the store, ca), Bread and Roses’ owner will soon be underway. At the ary community barber and for- actual transition can be under- amid the home-like smells of Chris Green has confirmed same time, prospective pur- mer owner of Lester’s Barber taken as swiftly and seamless- fresh baking. While it doesn’t his plans to relocate the bakery chasers of the properties have Shop. ly as possible, thus minimiz- replace the convenience of to 323 St. Laurent Blvd. (at been emerging, and Chianello At the October meeting, ing the length of a temporary Bread and Roses’ traditional Hemlock between Le Saint reports that the Lauzon fam- Councillor Clark confirmed closure. Readers should be spot, right in the heart of our Ô and Cat’s Fish and Chips), ily is “currently weighing its that Minto’s plans entail a assured, however, that for the neighbourhood within easy subject to a mutually accept- options”. Most hopeful of all, mixed commercial/residential immediate future, Bread and walking distance for most of able final settlement with the however, is the fact that Lise complex with condos above Roses will remain open on us, the new location is only current landlord. When we Lauzon is quoted as promis- and retail at ground level. Beechwood throughout the a five minute drive from our went to press, lawyers for both ing: “In the next year, some- Indications are that the build- Christmas season to keep us neck of the woods, and there sides were continuing to work thing will happen. I think the ing will be up to at least 8 sto- supplied with all our tradi- is parking in front of the store. towards a resolution of the dis- time has come.” Amen to that! reys in height, but the precise tional holiday favourites from Of course, it’s only a stone’s calculation of a height limit pute under the close supervi- shortbreads, sugar cookies and throw from two of our other Minto Development on the will need to take into account sion of Mr. Justice Kershman, fruitcakes to the tasty savoury relocated Beechwood busi- Horizon: the restrictions related to pro- the Superior Court Judge who pies, including flavorful tour- Continued on page 22 As many readers know by tection of the viewshed from presided over the hearing of now, there are some promising Poet’s Hill in the Beechwood glimmers of hope in the case Cemetery (a factor which sig- of Beechwood/MacKay blocks nificantly affected the design destroyed by the fire. Though of Domicile’s Kavanaugh he declined to actually name project), as well as the zon- the developer, Councillor Peter ing requirement for a set back Clark has confirmed the open from the sidewalk after three secret that Minto is still very storeys. much in the game, and in fact is In the final analysis, the proj- close to completing the multi- ect will have such a profound million dollar transaction to impact on the character of the purchase the property. Indeed, neighbourhood that close con- we gather that the company sultation with the community has already had at least one will be essential. In fact, if all preliminary “pre-consultation goes as planned in the current stage” meeting with the City pre-consultation stage discus- to review the possibilities for sions between Minto and the the site, and there are grounds City, a public meeting could Page 22 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Continued from page 21 With the departure of Bread for the Books on Beechwood ating such a new establish- north side of Beechwood will and Roses, combined with the location contemplated prior ment, it could have been a great become full-fledged members nesses, Epicuria and Time closure of Hamie’s Diner and to Chartwell’s final decision success in our shop-starved of the Quartier Vanier BIA Sharpening, so you can com- Books on Beechwood at the would have involved an expan- community where books and (QVBIA) on January 1, 2013, bine your shopping errands and end of January 2013, the win- sion of Heather Matthews’ neighbourhood sociability and for the first time, area visit all three in one excursion. ter months could be a little Scone Witch operation into rank high among our shared businesses on both sides of the Despite the planned move out bleaker on Beechwood as we that space to create a combined values—but sadly, this is now street will actively collaborate of the Beechwood core, Chris await the long delayed launch café, bookstore and gift empo- a very long shot indeed. to work on a set of priori- intends to remain very much a of a redevelopment at the site rium, which is an attractive While Heather would have ties for the Beechwood sector. part of our community. As the of the fire. While there was ini- combination and has been suc- welcomed the opportunity to The QVBIA wants to hear new developments unfold at tially a slim hope that the space cessfully employed by a wide undertake a new venture her- our suggestions for the busi- both ends of the street, he will in New Edinburgh Square now range of retail outlets, includ- self, she was equally open to nesses and services we’d like be on the lookout for a new occupied by the bookstore ing the giants such as Chapters. the possibility of another retail to see on Beechwood, and store front in which to main- could be preserved as a rein- While Heather’s plan would operation occupying the Books has issued an invitation to tain a presence for the bakery vented bookstore/café or other have entailed a more limit- on Beechwood space and serv- area residents to submit their right in our midst. retail operation, Chartwell has ed inventory of books on the ing as a compatible neighbor ideas to svaliquet@vanier- Lester Clark’s case against now made clear that it has premises, she envisioned a full to the Scone Witch, capable bia.com Let’s go for it! the property owners for pre- leased the space to an audi- scale book ordering capacity of attracting shoppers to her • The Kavanaugh on mature and unnecessary demo- ologist. Thus an ongoing retail so you could still have counted corner. The audiology office, Beechwood: As John Doran lition of his shop is ongoing. reported at the October 29 At last report, the landlords operation on that pivotal cor- on our “local” to supply all on the other hand, is unlikely had given notice of their inten- ner of Beechwood is no longer your reading material. to be a magnet for community meeting, Domicile’s major tion to file a motion to the an option. Though there had It’s worth mentioning for the socializing and beckons a drop commercial/residential devel- court to have the case thrown been some suggestion that the benefit of readers who are new in pedestrian traffic. Heather is opment at 222 Beechwood is out. While Lester’s legal team audiologist might be open to to the community, and perhaps concerned that it could serious- poised to go ahead as planned believes that his case is solid, an alternate 3rd floor location to the City, that the still flour- ly compromise the viability of in early 2013, bringing new it seems likely that it will within New Edinburgh Square, ishing upscale kitchen sup- her present Beechwood busi- businesses, renewed activity take time before the dispute is the NEN is now advised that ply store/café Domus in the ness and force her to consider and residential intensification resolved. It should not, howev- the audiologist group are com- Byward Market was originally her options. Much as we hope to the area within the next er, be a significant impediment mitted to occupying a ground Heather’s brainchild. Thanks it isn’t so, the consequence couple of years, along with to the final sale of the property, floor, store-front space as a to her combined imagination of Chartwell’s leasing deci- upgraded hydro infrastructure as the lien now applies to the base for establishing their and purchasing savvy, Domus sion might well be yet anoth- to stimulate further develop- landlords, as opposed to the practice in the community. became one of the most suc- er closure in our beleaguered ment along the south side of property itself. cessful independent retail Beechwood core. Beechwood. A Lost Opportunity? operations in Ottawa. It seems Never let it be said, how- • A Nudge to Beechwood Quiet Months Ahead As many readers will be aware and Only Faint Hope for a good bet to assume that had ever, that we’re a communi- Property Owners: At the if they attended the public she brought her talents and ty of quitters. As we went to BVA Meeting on October 29, a Successor to Books on meeting, one possible use Beechwood retail experience to bear in cre- press, Isobel Bisby’s dedicat- it was revealed that a “vacan- ed Bookstore Working Group, cy tax rebate” of 30% is cur- created following the October rently on the books, for which 29 BVA meeting, is still at property owners may apply in work on possible imaginative the case of their undeveloped solutions to this impasse. Stay properties. In response to the tuned for developments on outrage of the assembled com- the community website www. munity at this apparent incen- newedinburgh.ca. tive to landlords to hang on to unused parcels of land despite And Now the Good News the negative impact on the Despite the painful loss of the surrounding area, Councillor bookstore and the many chal- Clark has presented a notice lenges to be tackled in bringing of motion to the Finance Beechwood back to life as the and Economic Development “Main Street” for five bus- Committee (FEDCO) of his tling neighbourhoods, there are intention to file a request to the some encouraging signs that City to petition the province suggest such a “renaissance” for an amendment to the leg- may not be all that far off. Here islation, limiting landowners’ are just a few of the reasons ability to apply for the rebate to justify a cautious optimism to a maximum of three years. about the future of our com- The motion has been tabled mercial area: for discussion at FEDCO on • Expansion of QVBIA: As December 4, 2012. we reported in the October • Restaurant Riches: We issue, the businesses on the are currently blessed with a December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 23 wealth of popular cafes and • Working Groups Update: A Job for All of Us: Shop be a virtual ghost town with the restaurants, and are becom- As you’ll see in the summary of and Dine Local! closure of the bookstore and ing known as a destination the BVA Meeting on October Hopeful though these devel- Hamie’s diner, and relocation for diners from all corners of 29 (page 6), seven working opments are, I think it’s evi- of the bakery to St. Laurent. the city. Our upscale gourmet groups were launched follow- dent to all of us that restoring For the businesses that remain, establishments are: Farb’s, ing the meeting, most of which Beechwood to its full potential surviving the next few years Fraser Café and Table 40, El are now actively pursuing will be no quick fix. At best, until there is an injection of Meson, Il Vagabondo and Le their respective projects. Dale it will be two to three years new life into the area, will be Saint Ô. Our affordable fam- Smith’s group has now met to before the major new Domicile a huge challenge. That’s where ily restaurants like Da Bombe, begin the application process and Minto developments will we come in: every one of us Arturo’s, Scone Witch, for a grant from the City under be up and running, and no can and should make a New Year’s resolution to support ZaZaZa Pizza, Cat’s Fish and the Better Neighbourhood doubt considerably more Chips and Sushi Me, to our those businesses by shopping Program, while Julie before there is action to devel- ever popular “corner houses” and dining locally whenever Lapalme’s Public Art commit- op the derelict properties on the New Edinburgh Pub and the south side of the street. In we possibly can. Let’s make the Clocktower Brew Pub, to tee is collaborating with the it a truly Happy New Year on organizers of C’est Chill, a the very short term, the “core” our cosy coffee shops such as of Beechwood between St. Beechwood! major community celebration Bridgehead and Second Cup, Patrick and Springfield could promote our immodest claim on December 1, orchestrated to have it all when it comes by the QVBIA. The Political to stellar options for wining Action Committee led by Peter and dining. (Hamie’s Diner, Lewis has been hard at work yet another popular neighbour- acquainting itself with details hood eatery for over a decade, of the Beechwood Community will be sorely missed when it Design Plan (BCDP), in con- closes in January 2013). sultation with architect Jane • Community Engagement: Thompson, former City Thanks to the Beechwood Planner Stuart Lazear and our Village Alliance’s recent ini- erstwhile Councillor Jacques tiative to call together all Legendre, all of whom partici- of the groups and individu- pated in the drafting of the plan als with a stake in the future in 2005-6. Peter is encouraged of Beechwood. Our collec- by the number of participants tive community spirit has in his group (over a dozen), been galvanized into action and by their enthusiasm for to step up the pressure for pursuing strategies to pro- positive change. With the mote positive developments BVA as a focal point to sup- port and coordinate activity, on Beechwood, and break and the combined muscle of down barriers to progress. five active community asso- Natalie Belovic’s committee ciations—Vanier, Manor Park, to bring a Farmer’s Market to Rockcliffe Park, Lindenlea and Beechwood was expected to New Edinburgh, an expand- meet shortly before we went to ed Business Improvement press. As noted above, Isobel Area; two supportive City Bisby’s Bookstore group is Councillors, and countless still hard at work exploring individuals with a wealth of the options for retaining books resources and talents to bring or another retail operation at to the task, there’s every rea- MacKay and Beechwood. Stay son to be hopeful that better tuned for more developments days for Beechwood are on the in our next issue (February 1, way. Just be ready to roll up 2013) and on the community your sleeves and join the work website www.newedinburgh. party! ca. Page 24 New Edinburgh News December 2012 closely with architect Anthony CCCC activities. New Edinburgh. At the same Leaning and his associates at Once equipped for assem- time, the renovations will CSV Architects, in consulta- bly purposes, New Edinburgh make accessible to the com- News tion with City’s Building Code House will come into its own, munity an important heritage Services Branch and Coun- both as a community hub and home in New Edinburgh. cillor Peter Clark, to develop gathering place, and as a vi- plans to ensure that the house brant centre for artistic activity. Crichton Cultural from the is suitable for our purposes, In addition to housing working Community and complies with all appli- artists’ studios, the House will Centre Awards cable building, fire and safety become a focal point for our House codes and standards. community-based organiza- Six Residencies to Ottawa The work will include con- tion, offering excellence, in- Artists Issue #5 December 1, 2012 struction of a new second and novation and imaginative lead- In early November, a small third floor egress, and an ac- ership directed to meeting the group of artists representing a Crichton Cultural Community Centre cess ramp to enhance acces- needs of our diverse and grow- variety of creative disciplines Awaits News of Ontario Trillium sibility to the main floor. The ing community. was selected by the Centre’s Centre’s multi-purpose “Com- We look forward to making Director and an independent Foundation Grant munity Room” on the main an enduring contribution to jury to receive the distinction The CCCC is currently await- space. Please watch for news floor will be remodeled; new the local cultural ecosystem, of CCCC Artist-in-Residence. ing news on its application to of the grant on our website at fire-rated doors and fire-rated and to building a healthy com- Those receiving residencies the Ontario Trillium Founda- www.crichtonccc.ca. walls will be installed; and the munity. The renovations to the included Mi Casa Theatre, tion (OTF) for a grant to assist If successful in securing OTF roof will be replaced. We ex- premises will allow the CCCC Connect Dance, Herd Maga- the Centre in moving ahead funding, the CCCC would di- pect to embark on the construc- to fully assume its role as the zine, Claudia Gutierrez, the with the building and fire rect the grant towards covering tion in the spring or summer of centre of community life, and Ottawa Stilt Union, and col- safety renovations required to the material costs associated 2013, so please stay tuned to to share space and administra- lective (gulp). Each residency bring New Edinburgh House with the required upgrades. our website for updates on the tive facilities with the other is specifically tailored to the up to code as an “assembly” The CCCC has been working construction and its impact on community organizations in particular needs and rhythms of the individual artist or group. The Centre’s support for art- ists underscores a core com- mitment to fuel creative ex- pression in our community by offering the time, space and support necessary for artists to pursue the development of their projects, while comple- menting the CCCC’s mission of enriching the life of the wid- er community through creative activity. With the selection of this multi-talented group of artists and performers, the coming year promises to be an exciting period of growth and development at the CCCC. Each artist-in-residency will culminate in a public presen- tation of finished work and/ or involve workshops that are engaging and relevant to New Edinburgh and to the wider Ottawa community. Works produced under the auspices of residencies will premiere at New Edinburgh House and/or Memorial Hall, and will cre- ate important opportunities for meaningful interaction among the artists/performers, the com- munity and the public at large. Introducing the Winners... Visual Arts – Claudia Gutierrez With her Artist-in-Residency Award, Claudia Gutierrez will develop an ambitious suite of new works to be presented in New Edinburgh House. An emerging artist in the Canadian December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 25 art scene, Claudia Gutierrez dance that is entertaining and Dance – collective (gulp) works as an abstract painter. stimulating, bringing commu- dance projects Claudia studied Fine Art, nities together through inspira- Driven by a shared sense of specializing in painting and tion and education. Claire will humour and desire to make drawing during her diploma be running classes here at the thoughtful and thought-pro- studies at the Ottawa School Centre starting in the spring of voking works, Alexis and of Art. Her work draws on 2013. She will also become a Elizabeth have developed an influences from her Latin familiar face in our summer original form of dance-based heritage, infused with a fresh camps. www.ccdo.org interdisciplinary performance. and contemporary palette and During their residency Alexis style. www.claudiagutierrez. and Elizabeth will be orches- ca trating a series of bilingual Performing Arts – Mi Casa workshops on movement im- Theatre provisation open to all. They Mi Casa Theatre blends caba- will also be building new re- ret, circus and vaudeville with lationships and collaborative contemporary approaches in works for presentation in 2013. interdisciplinary collaboration. www.collectivegulp.com By unravelling the secret life Print Media – Herd of lost and discarded objects, Magazine the company gives them new With one exquisite production life, while exposing the magi- Performing Arts – Ottawa under their collective belts, cal qualities of the mundane Stilt Union photographer, Pat Bolduc, and texturing the tragic with Une nouvelle sorte de compa- writer, Stephanie Vicente and surprise and whimsy. During graphic designer, Joey Arse- gnie de théâtre : L’Ottawa Stilt Thompson (CCCC Board), their residency, Mi Casa will neau, will enliven Studio 5 tawa’s cultural identity. www. Union est une compagnie de Robert Marnier (Perform- be rehearsing their new play with Ottawa culture. During herdmag.ca théâtre fondée sur l’amour des ing Artist), Scott Florence Collapsible. This will be pre- their residency, they will ani- Thanks to Our Jury représentations en échasses. (Company of Fools), Sue Hall sented to the community in the mate New Edinburgh House The CCCC would like to thank Nous sommes une compagnie (CCCC Staff) and Victoria fall of 2013. In addition to this with a series of Exquisite our valued jury members, Bar- bilingue de la région d’Ottawa Henry (The Art Bank). Their major project, Mi Casa will Corpses Drawing Nights, a bara Laskin (Meta 4), Isobel qui crée du théâtre en utilisant informed and balanced per- lead a Drama Class for youth Writers’ Circle and curated art Bisby (CCCC Board), Jeffrey des échasses, des acrobaties spectives contributed greatly and adults that will culminate exhibitions, all the while work- Matt (Photographer), Jennifer et d’autres formes de théâtre to the integrity and success of in the production of a commu- ing to establish Herd Magazine Cartwright (Cartwright Ap- physique pour raconter des his- the selection process. nity play, to be presented this toires. as a source of alternative me- praisals), John Jarrett (Main- time next year: listen up all you The Ottawa Stilt Union dia, focusing on the locals who works Visual Artist), Martha aspiring thespians and join the will be focused on creating genuinely contribute to Ot- Nixon (Visual Artist), Paula fun! www.micasatheatre.com two new pieces and we are Dance – Connect Dance thrilled that they will be Connect Dance is a project running bilingual Mini Circus based dance company found- classes out of Memorial Hall ed by Artistic Director Claire for children and youth. Keep Berry. It is focused on creating an eye out for the schedule, dance performances, classes, beginning in the spring 2013. and workshops for the joy The classes will involve stilts, of the community. Connect masks, puppets and other Dance was founded earlier forms of physical theatre. this year to promote the art of www.ottawastiltunion.ca Page 26 New Edinburgh News December 2012 A New Year and a New Name for the CCCC: Please Welcome the New Edinburgh Community and Arts Centre (NECTAR Centre) Since moving out of its origi- or NECTAR Centre. We think News from our nal quarters in 200 Crichton the new name is a more accu- Programming Committee Street just over a year ago, and rate representation of what we By Isobel Bisby, Chair settling into New Edinburgh do now, what we’re offering House, its new home at 255 now, and where we’re going in Literary for Literacy Series MacKay Street, with dynamic the future.” The CCCC ventured into new Director Melanie Davis at the The Centre will officially territory on the evenings of September 25 and October 19 helm, the CCCC has undergone launch its new name, new logo and new website in January with the first two evenings a major transformation. Board in the Literary for Literacy Secretary, Paula Thompson 2013. Crichton Cultural Series. The aim of the series is is optimistic about the future Community Centre Holiday to raise funds for local literacy prospects of the organization Celebration - Save the Date: programs in Ottawa, and for in the community, noting that, December 7 community programs in our “Over the past year, we’ve in- Let’s celebrate the winter holi- neighbourhood. Acclaimed days and have a toast to all the local authors, Frances Itani troduced a number of new ini- and Alan Cumyn, were invit- tiatives to better accommodate community members, instruc- tors, volunteers and friends ed to host the first two events. the needs of the community, who have made 2012 such an Frances, a passionate literacy and to capitalize on the oppor- amazing year for the CCCC. advocate, provided a wonder- tunities afforded by our new The CCCC would not be the ful evening of reading from her facilities. Both our physical lo- organization it is without the latest book Requiem, with fas- cinating insights into her inspi- cation and the scope and nature efforts of our community. This is a celebration honouring those ration for writing this emotion- of our activities have under- ally moving novel about the gone significant change, and efforts. Everyone—including ed the proceeds of the evenings in New Edinburgh House class and group participants, plight of Japanese Canadians we recognized that it was time during the war years. Alan to the Alternative Learning on January 11. He was a facilitators, staff, volunteers, Styles and Outlooks (ALSO) Fiction Finalist for this year’s for a name change to reflect Board members and donors— quietly entertained his audi- ence of adults and children by Family Literacy Program, Governor General’s Award. this reality. Our Board is de- is encouraged to attend. Please and the CCCC’s community See you there, book worms! lighted to announce that start- bring your favourite savoury reading from his Owen Skye series, delighting the young- programs. We are pleased to To find out more about ALSO ing in January 2013, we will be or sweet dish. The festivities sters by answering their many announce that Robert Hough visit www.also-ottawa.org. will include entertainment and (Dr. Brinkley’s Tower) will be known as the New Edinburgh questions. Both authors and Third Annual ZUMBA special guests. our author at the next Literary Community and Arts Centre, Bridgehead generously donat- Community Dance and Chili for Literacy Series event December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 27 Supper: Another Vibrant small camera flash with studio Evening in the Community strobes. On the evening of Friday Fee: $ 110 (catered lunch A Year in Review, and Oh, What a Year! November 9, the Memorial included) – Space is limited 2012 was a transformative the MacKay United Church are extremely grateful for all Hall at 39 Dufferin Road was to 10 participants year for the CCCC. Popular team who gave selflessly of your efforts. alive with the sounds of music Memorial Hall: 39 Dufferin wisdom has it that embark- their time and energy to ensure This year of transformative and dancing feet at the Third Rd ing on too many life-altering the successful conclusion of change would not have been changes all at once should the sale of New Edinburgh possible without the support Annual Zumba Community 2013 Friday NFB Movie be avoided if at all possible. House to the CCCC, and to of many local businesses Dance. 60 adults and children Nights – Memorial Hall: 39 Well, like all such adages, this better the premises for our and organizations, includ- came out for another evening Dufferin Rd of fiery zumba dancing led one tends to be “more hon- arrival. We look forward to ing in particular NECA, Doors open at 6:30, starts at by the very talented and ener- oured in the breach than in the our ongoing relationship with the Crichton Community 7 pm. Suggested donation of getic Paola Ortiz. The eve- observance” and breach it we the Church community which Council and Governor’s $5.00 per person. ning began with a delicious did—in spades! In the span has welcomed us so warmly, Walk Retirement Residence, Chili Supper, once again January 25: The Independent of a year, we completed the and worked so hard to accom- who generously donated their donated by Governor’s Walk Film Cooperative of Ottawa purchase of New Edinburgh modate us as we settled into time, and in some cases, gifted Retirement Residence. After (IFCO) presents: An Evening House, our new home and our new facilities. us with materials and equip- supper, the party began, and of Local Cinema. headquarters at 255 MacKay Thanks also to all our ment. A special thank you participants young and not-so- Street; hired a dynamic new instructors for being so goes out to all those who sup- young danced up a storm. And February 8: “The Making Executive and Creative patient with us during the ported us throughout the year, again this year, the evening Of”- Local Filmmakers speak Director, Melanie Davis; transition: we are so grateful as well as to our Board of ended with the children up on and present clips from behind expanded and reorganized our for all your energy, talents and Directors and Staff for their the stage, enjoying a bubble the scenes. staff; undertook a major gov- dedication, and look forward amazing dedication through- wrap stomp, thanks to bub- ernance review and restructur- to a successful ongoing col- out the year. March 22: Short Films for laboration in the exciting year ble wrap donated by Dymon ing; forged ahead with major Departures and Arrivals: Short People. ahead. Self Storage. What a noise! plans to upgrade our new Farewell Ellen, Welcome 2012 was a breakthrough Our warmest thanks go to Body Reboot Seminar with facilities; broke new ground Joseph! with our most successful ever year for our fundraising our team of invaluable volun- Personalized Approach In the last issue of the NEN, teers, without whom the event Saturday February 16, 1 pm Lumière Festival; launched a activities, which we ramped wealth of new programs and up to a whole new level, we announced with regret could not have taken place. An - 3:30 pm the retirement of our beloved extra hearty round of applause community activities for all offering four popular Friday Simple steps to get back ages and interests; embarked evening events to engage Ellen Goodman from the goes to the Governor’s Walk the body you used to have Board of Directors. Ellen’s Retirement Residence team, on an imaginative series of the community and help to or finally achieve the body Friday evening fundraisers, support the Centre. These contribution to the creation Milly Battaion, Tara Spour, you’ve always wanted –Join and growth of the CCCC is and chef, Avi Choudhury who bringing life and entertain- included Movie Nights, a Personal Trainer and Holistic ment to the neighbourhood; Performance Series, and quite literally incalculable, provided the wonderful chili. Nutritionist Tanya Robertson and she will be sorely missed And a big THANK YOU to and made plans for the launch Literacy and Friday Night in for a seminar on how to achieve of a new name, new logo and the Burgh events. Although it in the year ahead, though everyone who helped with the a healthy, strong, fit you. Tanya happily still engaged as a cleanup at the end! new website at the start of was our first year attempting will give participants the tools the New Year. No, we didn’t anything on this scale, we Special Advisor and Chair of Crichton Cultural they need to achieve a body “pace ourselves,” but if this is learned a lot, and had an a new Special Needs Sub- Community Centre Special they’ll feel good in, whether it overload, bring it on!! immense amount of fun in the Committee. Stepping in to Events Coming Up means losing stubborn pounds, process! Watch for a return Ellen’s place on the Board, or just toning up. All partici- A Heartfelt Thank You to of movie nights and other we are delighted to welcome 2nd Annual Night of Dance pants will walk away with a our Community Joseph Cull, a legend in our Friday, Feb 1, 7 pm – 9 pm events in 2013: check out the do-it yourself nutrition, exer- Over the course of the year, Events page on our website community where for decades, Please join us for a wonder- cise and yoga handbook to help more than 2,000 people vis- (www.crichtonccc.ca) for he has so generously invested ful evening of dance featur- them incorporate Tanya’s tips ited the Centre, collectively details and dates, or for more his time, talents, irresistible ing Propeller Dance, Luv 2 into their daily routine. During taking part in classes or work- information, please contact wit and consummate culinary Groove, Chelsea Passmore the seminar participants will shops; watching films; learn- the Centre at 613-745-2742 skills to make our neighbour- and Connect Dance. also learn and perform sim- ing to dance, to play instru- hood a better place. Any group or email communitycentre@ or organization with Joseph Tickets: $10 per person ple workouts that can be done ments or to paint or draw; rogers.com. Memorial Hall: 39 Dufferin right in your own home. getting in shape; honing their on board is fortunate indeed, Thank you so much to our and we look forward to his Rd Fee: $70 per person bridge skills; or in the case of volunteers who came out to Memorial Hall: 39 Dufferin presence and support in the Salsa Night – Friday, Feb the younger set, playing at the support each of our Friday Rd new facilities. Thank you to coming year. One thing seems 15, 7 pm – 9 pm evening events: you gave real certain: the Laugh Meter at everyone who participated! Being so close to Valentine’s New Seniors Programming meaning to the concept of New Edinburgh House will be Special thanks are due to Building Community, and we through the roof! Day, make Salsa Night your New! Friendly Bridge & date night destination. Ximena Euchre Drop-In: Join us on Expression – for Seniors: Residence – 100 Island Puente will lead this engaging A variety of activities such Thursday 2 – 4 pm, January The focus of this class will Lodge Road. Thursdays evening of Salsa Dancing. as: scrabble, cards, musical 10 – January 31 be on the pleasure of making 2 – 4 pm, January 10 – Tickets: $10 per person entertainment/sing-songs, and and enjoying the artistic jour- February 7. Fee: $80.00 Memorial Hall: 39 Dufferin Enjoy friendly Bridge and/or more! $10 drop in fee. ney. All levels of experience Rd Euchre card games. Beverages and snacks will be available. welcome, as well as seniors New! Senior’s Lunch and For advance ticket sales and/ Photography Lighting Full $5.00 drop in fee. with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Social: Join us on Fridays or registration, please phone Day Workshop – Saturday, Class takes place in at the from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, 613-745-2742 or email January 26, 9 am – 5 pm New! Art as Personal Rockcliffe Retirement January 11 - March 1 communitycentre@rogers. com. John Arnold and Martin Lipman will instruct a full-day workshop on Photo Lighting including: understanding qual- ities of light, using small cam- era flash, getting your small camera flash off the hotshoe for effective portraits, adding more flash units, affordable DIY light modifiers that go head-to-head with commer- cial offerings, remote trigger- ing options, and comparing Page 28 New Edinburgh News December 2012 favourite of all, lint from your Take a Holiday from Excessive Holiday Garbage dryer after all that busy holiday laundering (if you really have By Diana Carney for LEAF it is collected the more we option still is to use fabric bags green bin. You’ll be surprised to use your dryer at all: wet As we gear up for the holi- think about it. or lengths of fabric that can be at how much can go in. And towels do a great job keeping days we will be doing so, for The holidays are notorious reused ad infinitum, or jazz up being winter, you won’t have home humidity up in our dry the first time, with bi-weekly for excess and waste….leading some newsprint with blotches to worry about the dreaded winters). regular garbage collection. to over-stuffed garbage con- of paint. maggots (the bigger concern Last, but not least, please This is a huge positive step tainers. Here are a few remind- Second, get smart about is making sure it either stays do not throw any electronic on the part of the city. It will ers about how you can cut recycling and the Ottawa-wide unfrozen or has a paper liner objects—cell phones, printers, save money and also encour- back and keep your garbage `take it back’ program. The that releases the whole frozen aging fax machines, broken age us to divert more of our from taking over this holiday city website (Ottawa.ca) has lump into the truck). iPods, whatever —in your gar- waste into recycling of one season. lots of information and a use- Any ‘tainted’ paper should go bage. Even if you get lovely kind or another (especially the First, choose items with less ful search tool where you can in the green bin: think greasy new versions for Christmas and green bin stream, which helps packaging and that produce search on individual items. pizza boxes, paper drinking feel a New Year’s urge to clean reduce both landfill and warm- less waste. The Beer Store is my favou- cups with or without wax coat- house. Instead, take these back ing methane emissions from A good place to start for the rite recycling depot. They take ing, soiled paper towels and to one of the depots detailed landfills). holidays is by examining your back everything they sell—and torn shreds of tissue paper on the Ottawa City website or I hope it will also make us gift wrap habits. good deal of what the LCBO (those you can’t reuse). It is check what Best Buy accepts think twice about buying items The worst offender here is sells. Think bottle caps and important you keep these out back at their stores, or stock- that come with a lot of associ- the shiny metallic or plasti- wine corks. Everything can of the paper stream as they can pile them for the upcoming ated garbage (i.e. non-recycla- cized gift wrap that cannot be and should be salvaged. You really mess things up. annual LEAF electronics recy- ble packaging) or quickly out- recycled at all. A better option don’t get a dime back each On top of this paper you cling event in May 2013. live their usefulness and turn is wrapping paper or bags time, but you do get a warm can throw meat scraps (don’t A less wasteful holiday will into garbage themselves. Out which can, ideally, be reused green glow to match your LED be squeamish), natural holiday be a better one for you and of sight is out of mind with a few times and then recycled Christmas lights. boughs and swags that have your family, and a better one garbage, so the less frequently in your black bin. A superior Third, really focus on your fulfilled their purpose and, my for the planet. We promise.

Editor’s Note: LEAF (Local Eco-Action Families) is a local environmental group formed in 2008 by residents of Lindenlea, Rockcliffe Park and New Edinburgh who wanted to think globally and act local- ly on environmental issues. Contact Local.ecoactionfami- [email protected], or visit Local Eco-Action Families (LEAF) on Facebook. December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 29 in his duffel bag and by the time lunch was over, we were My Small Role in the much cheerier. There was, however, some- thing sinister about the bun- Cuban Missile Crisis ker. Only five hundred peo- By Larry MacDonald ple would gain entry. The Editor’s Note: This past October marked the 50th anniversary Governor General (Major of the Cuban Missile Crisis when the world teetered perilously General Vanier) and the Prime on the brink of nuclear war. The following article is a personal Minister (Diefenbaker) would reflection on that extraordinary moment in recent history, written have private, albeit small by renowned CBC broadcaster Larry MacDonald, a resident of rooms. The rest of us, MPs, New Edinburgh for nearly 40 years. Mr. MacDonald was mar- Senators, some RCMP, some National Defence staff and ried to well known CBC broadcaster Mildred MacDonald, and ‘The Voice of Canada’ would was the father of long-time Burgh resident and Studio A owner live in close proximity for God Alex MacDonald. We are extremely grateful to Alex for sharing only knew how long. There this fascinating extract from her father’s papers. were no wives or children per- Larry MacDonald was born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan mitted. Who made the deci- on August 22, 1921. He joined the army at the outbreak of the sion who was in and who was Second World War, and was injured at the Battle of Caen in 1944. out, I’ll never know. I assume After the war, he entered the field of broadcasting, working as a it was someone in the Prime journalist in the CFRA (Ottawa) newsroom, and later became Minister’s Office. an on-air reporter and Senior News Editor for the CBC. Mr. At the end of the day, we MacDonald was the first CBC Television Newscaster in Ottawa, took the train home. We were and in the course of his distinguished career, received two North told, “You haven’t been here”. American broadcasting awards, as well as the 1969 Armstrong Months passed and nothing Memorial Research Foundation Award. happened. Finally, I was called Mr. MacDonald retired in 1982 after 28 years of service with by the RCMP and asked to the CBC. In 1988, he completed Good Evening, a book dealing return the card. I had lost it. with the early days of the CBC TV News. He was a Life Member Thankfully, the Diefenbunker of the Parliamentary Press Gallery and the National Press Club was never used and I hope it of Ottawa. Larry MacDonald died in 1997. never will be. The following is a link to Sometime in the early 60’s, I was a D-Day Normandy, Photo: Courtesy of Alex MacDonald Larry MacDonald’s interview I received three phone calls. France type. We knew the with Peter Gzowski about They were all the same. They Army game and this guy was Larry MacDonald interviewing Prime Minister John his recollections of the came from the Department of going to be a problem. Diefenbaker. Diefenbunker: http://www. National Defence, the RCMP I looked at Depoe. He looked out as we were not invited to er who had been in several cbc.ca/archives/categories/ and the Emergency Measures at me. We silently decided it this gourmet feast. dicey war zones (the Congo, war-conflict/cold-war/cold- Organization. All three told me was time for a little fun. I said, Instead, we were issued luke- Pakistan, India and the Middle war-culture-the-nuclear- that the call was in secret. I “Now suppose I get the call to warm army coffee and desic- East) went by the motto of the fear-of-the-1950s-and-1960s/ asked the last caller how the head for Carp, Ontario (I’m cated cheese sandwiches. But, boy scouts, ‘Be Prepared’. He reporting-live-from-the- other two agencies knew about sure that I can now reveal that Depoe, a world-wide report- had a bottle of Johnny Walker diefenbunker.html. it if it was a secret. To which, this was the top secret loca- there was no answer. tion) and the Bomb falls on my It turned out that three CBC Volkswagen, what then?” The news types had been picked major, still pompous advised to be the “Voice of Canada” in me to phone in at once. the event that there was a final Some weeks passed and showdown between Russia another phone call came. This (Kruschev) and the United time a trip to the bunker for States (Kennedy) over the an orientation lecture. During matter of Russian ships carry- the walk about, Depoe said to ing several missiles to Cuba. me, “You know if the balloon Kennedy had told the Russians goes up, this is going to be a to go home and we were now very short war. We won’t be awaiting the Third World War. around to collect rehabilitation The three “Voice of Canada” benefits as we have since the people were our then chief Second World War.” political correspondent, As we looked at the Spartan Norman Depoe, Tom Earle, a army bunks, the CBC Radio reporter in the Press Gallery broadcast set-up and the dorm and yours truly. like atmosphere, Depoe with We were all told to report to a his dry wit commented, “You military compound on Victoria know, if anyone is thinking Island, Hull, Quebec to be about writing World War Three fingerprinted, photographed, songs they’d better get started issued identification cards and since it will probably last about to have our family histories twenty minutes.” checked back to the age of The tour ended at noon. Neanderthal Man. We were to About that time one of the say nothing about this to any- vice-presidents of the CBC, one, not wives, not girlfriends, Charles Jennings, arrived with no one. an entourage. They came well When we arrived we found prepared. They had picnic bas- a very officious Major in kets containing cold chicken, charge. Depoe had served as a rather good French wine and a Signals Officer attached to baguettes. They also had sev- the Seaforth Highlanders, 1st eral containers that might have Canadian Infantry Division. held coffee. We never found Page 30 New Edinburgh News December 2012 in the dying days of the Cold Charlaine is hiding a dead- Christmas Book Suggestions from the War. This is a deft and witty ly secret: she can understand story of betrayal and intrigue, every language she’s ever love and the invented self. heard. While Ludania is being Staff at Books on Beechwood For the cookbook lovers, for- ruled by a cruel monarch and Jill’s Suggestions: able life-size photos of various Harold’s walk. In spite of his mer Burgh-ite Naomi Duguid attacks on the poor populace Ru by Kim Thuy, recipient of breeds of puppies, all 6 weeks questionable and often irritat- evokes the flavours, aromas are increasing daily, Charlaine the 2010 Governor General’s old. And, to give cats their ing choices, the reader can and culture of Burma: Rivers puts her trust in her new friend Literary Award for the original equal time, I suggest a new understand why he made them. of Flavor while providing deli- Max who speaks a strange new French version, and a Finalist book called The Life and Love I found myself rooting for him cious recipes from the many language she has never heard for the 2012 Giller Prize. The of Cats which is a real standout all the way in his seemingly and varied traditions of that before. story begins in Saigon and for the elegant and beautifully insurmountable quest to right a country. Variant by Robison Wells ends in Montreal. This beauti- juxtaposed photographs. long ago wrong. It is touching Similarly, Yotam Ottolenghi (YA 12+) to the core. Filled with interest- (with Sami Tamimi), authors Benson Fisher thinks he’s ful, sensitive, autobiographical Di’s Top Pick: novel is the story of Nguyen ing characters, merry follow- of the unsurpassed cook- won the jackpot when he’s When I read the blurb on the An Thin, who, in 1970, came ers, as well as many obstacles, book Plenty, are now evoking awarded a scholarship to back cover of The Unlikely from Vietnam to Canada to the story spins itself out in the wonders of the food and Maxfield Academy, a boarding Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by start a new life in a new coun- beautiful descriptions of rural culture of their home town, school like no other. Before Rachel Joyce, I thought it try that has its own “ two soli- England. Jerusalem. Another beautiful long, what Benson thought was was unlikely that I would read tudes.” and very usable cookbook. his ticket to freedom, becomes it. However, it had been highly Antoinette’s Suggestions: As an unabashed dog For all our customers who a deadly mystery that he’s des- recommended by two dispa- The Swerve, by Stephen lover, I also recommend the clearly believe in the power of perate to escape. Great book rate readers so I opened it and Greenblatt, a story of the charming picture book called the written word, I recommend for boys! was very quickly immersed in discovery of an ancient book Puppyhood, which has ador- The End of Your Life Book Penguin and Pinecone by (The Nature of Things, by Club by Will Schwalbe. It is Saline Yoon (picture book; 0-3 Lucretius), which fueled the a moving and inspiring true years) Renaissance and inspired art- story of a son and his mother, A lovely story about a young ists, writers and thinkers and, who start a “book club” that penguin who becomes friends by Greenblatt’s compelling brings them together as her life with a pinecone and learns account, changed the world. comes to a close. about love and friendship. Winner of the 2012 Pulitzer Queen Victoria’s Knickers Prize for non-fiction. Jean’s suggestions: by Jackie French & Bruce Up and Down by Terry Ian Rankin’s Rebus has not Whatley (picture book; 4-6 Fallis. Another hilarious politi- completely retired. One more years) cal satire of Canada/U.S. rela- return, Standing in Another This is a hilarious story for tions and NASA intrigue. Man's Grave portrays Rebus children about the quest to Warlords by Burgh-ite Tim as crankier and older, but defi- make the perfect knickers for Cook. Portraits of Robert nitely up to the job. Rankin Queen Victoria. Borden and Mackenzie King fans will be delighted. Little Elephants by Graeme as the world wars shape their Linda Spalding is this Base (picture book; 6 years careers and legacies. year’s winner of the Governor and up) General’s award for fiction Bridget’s suggestions: The newest offering from for her new historical novel, Australian author and artist Alice Munro leads off a very The Purchase. It is the tale of Graeme Base, this is another strong season for fiction this an American abolitionist who amazingly illustrated book year. Her Dear Alice is a new, buys a slave, thus betraying his with a wonderfully magical and totally satisfying collec- own moral code. twist. His books are a must! tion of her gem-like stories, For the kids, Hilary Editor’s Note: Sadly, this with the added treat of four marks the last in Books on stories, which she calls “... the suggests: Bunheads by Sophie Flack Beechwood’s long-running closest things I have to say series of columns guiding our about my own life.” (YA 12+) This is a great story about choices for reading material at Ian McEwan’s new book, Christmas and before the sum- Sweet Tooth features a young a teenage girl who has been training to be a ballerina since mer holidays. We are extremely bibliophile who is hired by grateful to Jean Barton and MI5 to infiltrate the literati she was a child. With the chance to become part of a her wonderful team for their real company close at hand, immense contribution to the Hannah must make some seri- life of the community over ous decisions about the rest of the past two decades. They her life. will be sorely missed, and we The Pledge by Kimberley wish them well in their future Derting (YA 12+) endeavours, and hope to see In Ludania, a country where them around and about in the each social caste speaks a dif- neighbourhood in the coming ferent language, 17 year old year. December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 31 Thank You from Rockcliffe Park Book Fair By Joni Hamlin school. We are lucky to have year, parents, neighbours and Another year has come and such wonderful volunteers and book lovers come together to gone for the Rockcliffe Park sponsors who make the fair make order out of the chaos. Book Fair. This year’s sale, possible.” We would also like to send which ran from November 2 We would like to take this out a big thank you to all to 4, saw hundreds of attend- opportunity to thank all of our of you who have so kindly ees peruse over 35,000 books. dedicated volunteers for donat- donated books. Without your Proceeds from the sale will ing more than 3,500 hours of donations Book Fair would not help support literacy and their time. Part of the magic happen. other programs at Rockcliffe of Book Fair is how it all But just because we’ve closed Park Public School and other comes together. If you enter the books (no pun intended) on schools in need. the school gymnasium two this year’s sale, doesn’t mean Book Fair’s Chair, Seanna weeks before the sale you will the work is over. After the Kreager, is very pleased with be surrounded by mountains book shelves, books and other the results. “The Fair was and mountains of books. It items have been put into stor- well attended and enjoyed this seems like an impossible task age, we begin again collecting year. It was so nice to see to get the books sorted into your used adult and children’s our community come together categories and individually books, CDs, DVDs, audio and Photos of the Rockcliffe Book Fair by Seanna Kreager to support the children of the priced. Yet somehow, every video tapes, records, games and puzzles! We will begin collecting books again on January 7, 2013. Donations can be left in our donation box in front of the Main Entrance to Rockcliffe Park Public School, 350 Buena Vista Road. Page 32 New Edinburgh News December 2012 have returned to our nyjer feed- ocean shores. Its head, neck The forecast is based primar- ers sporting their less flashy, and chest are black, but the ily on the relative availability For the Birds olive-toned winter plumage. I adult bird has a somewhat of food supplies in the birds’ sparrows, fox sparrows, was delighted to be vindicated fragmented white collar which northern breeding grounds vs. chipping sparrows or juncos; in my (slothful) decision to is lacking in the juvenile. those in areas farther south. • If they are clustered on postpone my fall garden clean Another notable sighting on This year, the driving force your feeders in large numbers, up to the last possible moment, the Rideau in late October was behind the movement of win- they’re likely to be European as the backyard birds—partic- a pair of Royal (mute) swans ter finch species is expected house sparrows, noisy, bul- ularly the chickadees—have close to the Minto Bridges, to be the generally poor crops lying imports from across the feasted hungrily on the dried where they had reportedly been of both coniferous and hard- Atlantic as their name implies, seeds from our rudbeckia and appearing throughout the sum- wood tree seeds in a vast area By Jane Heintzman which are actually members of echinacea plants. mer. Six pairs of these majestic stretching from Northeastern The winter of 2012-2013 is the finch family; In our neighbourhood ram- (if vicious!) creatures were a Ontario, east through Quebec almost upon us, and heralding • Song sparrows are most bles through Rockcliffe and gift to the City of Ottawa from to Newfoundland, and south its arrival has been the gradual easily identified by the promi- environs this fall, we encoun- disappearance of the migrant nent dark blob in the middle of tered downy, hairy and pileat- avian species which have the their breast, and reddish-brown ed woodpeckers; an immense good sense to head south for and gray striped crown; pair of turkey vultures lurk- the inhospitable months when • White-throated sparrows ing on Princess Avenue, pre- food supplies in northern rang- have a tidy white bib at the sumably waiting to devour es can be scarce, and weather throat, a relatively unstreaked a hapless carcass; common conditions hostile. While the whitish-gray breast, a black- ravens; blue jays; black- whole concept of long-term and-white striped head and capped chickadees; and until weather forecasting is sensibly conspicuous yellow eyebrows. the final days of October, all regarded with healthy skepti- (Complicating this picture is of the “native” sparrow species cism, current predictions for the tan morph, which has a tan mentioned earlier, including the coming winter suggest streak over the eye, and brown white crowns, white throats, that last year’s cake walk is and gray stripes on the crown); chipping sparrows and song unlikely to be repeated, and • White-crowned sparrows sparrows. As we go to press that colder temperatures and are similar to white-throats, in mid-November, there are Photo: Louise Imbeault more precipitation are prob- but slightly larger and lack- flocks of American robins in Red-breasted nuthatch at the feeder. ably in the cards. For bird- ing the latter’s signature yel- evidence in wooded areas, and ers, this could mean that the juncos remain on the scene Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth through the Maritimes, New species which lingered in the throughout the neighbourhood. II on the hundredth anniver- York and the New England area throughout the winter last On the Rideau River, black sary of Confederation in 1967, states. Compensating for the year, notably American rob- ducks, mallards, common and the birds have been in tree seed crop failure in the east ins, will move south for the goldeneye and Canada geese the City’s care ever since. is a comparatively abundant coming months, while those have been holding the fort this Australian black swans have cone crop in the Hudson’s Bay that remain may turn up at fall, although to my great relief, since been added to our munic- Lowlands and Northwestern our feeders in larger numbers many of the geese appear to ipal flock, but I have yet to Ontario, and across the Prairies when other food sources are have moved on since the end see them come this far down- to the NWT and Yukon, a fac- buried in the snow. of October. On October 21, stream. Although swans may tor which may limit the num- Weather conditions through I spotted my first group of live for more than 30 years, it bers irrupting in our area and the pre-migration months this hooded mergansers on the seems highly unlikely that any through southern Ontario. fall have been largely benign, stretch of river close to the of the originals are still around, Pittaway’s forecast suggests and many song bird species Photo: Amy Jane Lawes Rideau Falls where they appear and our present population is that rosy pine grosbeaks may have stayed in the area well Brant Goose in Stanley Park. about this time each year, often almost certainly a new gen- be around our area in rea- into November. From mid- staying until freeze up. These eration of Ottawa-born natives sonable numbers this winter September to the final week low eyebrows. (The juvenile graceful “hoodies” are small which by now, will have been owing to the poor crop of of October, our garden was a white-crown has rusty brown diving ducks, readily identi- rounded up by the city to return mountain ash berries in the sparrow haven, with white- as opposed to black stripes on fied by their large collapsible to their purpose- built winter boreal forest region where the crowned sparrows, song the crown, and I was lucky crest, which in the male of the shelter until the river opens up summer drought took a serious sparrows, white-throated enough to spot a flock of over species is a sharply contrasting next spring. toll. They may not linger long, white and black. The females however, as our own crop of sparrows, chipping sparrows a dozen of these beauties in Winter Finch Forecast for and immature hoodies are a mountain ash berries and orna- and dark-eyed juncos turn- our final sortie to the Georgian 2012-2013: ing up each day to forage on Bay to close the cottage); and more subdued grayish colour, mental crabapples is relatively with a distinctive, feathery, Each year, ornithologist Ron limited, and my observations the ground under the feeders • In addition to sporting a Pittaway produces a highly and in the flower beds. I think strong black eyeline, chipping cinnamon-tinted crest. suggest that even the buck- we also had a visit from a sparrows have unstreaked solo Field sparrow, but it was gray breasts and a bright pouring rain and I was unable rufous crown in their summer to get a clear enough look to breeding plumage which fades confirm its identity. Two of the to a more subdued buffy brown field sparrow’s distinguishing in the fall. marks are a bright pink bill Other visitors to our garden and a conspicuous white eye this fall included Northern ring, both of which require a cardinals, black-capped close and unobstructed field chickadees, the occasional of vision, sadly lacking on that house finch, blue jays, a red- misty day. breasted nuthatch, white- If you have a difficult time breasted nuthatches and identifying the various brown, swarms of European star- Royal swans on the Rideau River. Photo: Daphnée Dubouchet-Olsheski stripy, sparrow-like birds in lings in their heavily spotted your garden, here are a few winter plumage. Significantly, regarded forecast of the prob- tips I’ve found helpful: however, there wasn’t an In mid-October, a lone Brant thorn berry crop is more pal- goose turned up on the bicycle able incidence of winter try than usual thanks to the • If the birds are foraging American goldfinch in sight finch “irruptions” into more on the ground, as opposed to until late October, presumably path in Stanley Park, direct- drought. Evening grosbeaks ly across the road from our southerly regions of Canada are also expected to irrupt in hanging on the feeders, they because the thistle supplies in over the course of the winter. are almost certainly “native” open areas were abundant this front door. The Brant goose is significant numbers due to low a comparatively small goose (Check out http://ebird.org/ tree seed supplies in north- sparrows such as white- year. As I write in mid-Novem- content/ebird/news/ff2012.) crowns, white throats, song ber, however, the goldfinches found in large numbers along ern regions, and indeed, recent December 2012 New Edinburgh News Page 33 • Black oil sunflower seed for woodpeckers, nuthatch- ing fall keeping track of the is an ideal food source, high in es, blue jays, chickadees and sparrows, juncos, blue jays, calories, fat and protein to sup- sparrows. cardinals, American gold- finches and woodpeckers in ply the energy required to fight Reports from Our Readers: the cold, and with a relatively her garden. She was also lucky thin shell to facilitate swift con- My neighbor Amy Jane enough to spot a charming, sumption. Of all the options, it Lawes also spotted the young elfin red-breasted nuthatch, attracts the widest variety of Brant goose which turned up and was quick on the draw seed eating birds, but as it also by the bike path in Stanley with her trusty camera. You appeals to squirrels, it’s well Park, and managed to get a can check out Louise’s impres- worth investing in some form photo of the lonely fellow. sive collection of bird and of squirrel baffling feeding sta- She also encountered sizeable water fowl photos on her web- tion. We recently acquired the flocks of golden-crowned site at http://louiseimbeault. “Eliminator” feeder sold by kinglets in the course of her webs.com. Wild Birds Unlimited (613- dog walks in Rockcliffe Park, the largest of these (20-30) Over at the Macoun Marsh, 521-7333, Blue Heron Mall, Mike Leveillé reports a long 1500 Bank Street, Ottawa. near the Rockcliffe Pavilion on a slope down to the Ottawa list of late fall visitors, includ- wbu.com), and to date at least, ing white-breasted nuthatch- it has worked like a charm! River. Like me, Amy has been enjoying the hooded mergan- es, chickadees, waxwings, • Blends of black oil, ser group on the Rideau River American robins, mallards, striped and sunflower chips this fall, and has also sighted hordes of juncos, house finch- Photo: Mike Leveillé are also available, and report- half a dozen of their common es, crows, a few male red- Female hairy woodpecker at the Macoun Marsh. edly appeal to chickadees, merganser cousins nearby on winged blackbirds, a female reports from around our area Bohemian waxwings have nuthatches and grosbeaks. the Ottawa River, as well as a hairy woodpecker, and a indicate that large flocks are been regular winter visitors • Safflower seed is pricey, lone common goldeneye on white-crowned sparrow. currently passing through the in recent years, and it’s pre- but it’s high in protein and the Rideau. It will be interesting to see Ottawa area. dicted with the scanty berry has a bitter taste which wards whether the Marsh is overrun Daphnée Dubouchet- Common redpolls should be crop in northern regions, they off squirrels and “bully birds” with common redpolls later Olsheski was thrilled to around in abundance this year should return to our area this such as starlings, grackles this winter, as it was in 2009, encounter three of the City’s due to the failure of the white winter in search of mountain and European house spar- and we look forward to Mike’s Royal (mute) swans on the birch seed crop in northern ash berries, ornamental cra- rows. It’s a special favourite of report for the February edition! Rideau River in mid-Octo- regions, and are likely to turn bapples and buckthorn berries. northern cardinals, chicka- ber. She spent about an hour Vicki Metcalfe has had fall up in weedy fields, in stands Please keep your eyes peeled dees, house finches and pur- watching the trio, first occu- visits from migrating groups of birch trees and at back- for these handsome creatures, ples finches. of juncos and white-throat- yard feeders where they guzzle and send us your reports for pying themselves with a lei- • Nyjer (thistle) seed attracts surely breakfast of weedy ed sparrows which feasted both nyjer and black oil sun- the February edition. virtually all varieties of finch happily on her newly seeded flower seed. Most readers will vegetation along the marshy Seed Savvy: and its high oil content is an shore of the river, and later lawn. In early November, she recall the enormous flocks of excellent energy source for spotted her first hooded mer- common redpolls that swept With the inexorable approach fastidiously preening their of winter, it’s time to lay in winter visitors. To my amaze- plumage until the surround- ganser group (1 male with 3 through our area several years ment, however, birds are quite females) on the Rideau River, ago, at one point descending your supplies of wild bird seed ing water was blanketed with and prepare your backyard picky about consuming seed white fluff. We’re most grate- along with a group of com- on the Macoun Marsh in a that’s “over the hill” and dried mon goldeneye. Her frequent dense cloud reminiscent of feeders for the hardy species ful to Daphnée for sharing that stay with us throughout out, so it’s necessary to refresh her magnificent collection of dog-walking/birding compan- Alfred Hitchcock’s thriller The the seed every 3 to 4 weeks. ion, Mo, also reported a flock Birds. the cold and snowy months; photographs of the swans. notably black-capped chick- • Millet is a particular favou- of close to a dozen evening Tiny though they are, these Our versatile NEN photog- grosbeaks in the panhandle feisty little critters are capable adees, Northern cardinals, rite of ground-feeding birds rapher, reporter, birder Louise hairy and downy woodpeck- such as juncos, native spar- area of New Edinburgh Park in of surviving extreme cold by Imbeault has had an interest- mid-November. acquiring a thick layer of addi- ers, blue jays, house finches, rows and mourning doves, tional plumage in the winter nuthatches, grosbeaks, bohe- and is able to be consumed months, as well as by tunnel- mian waxwings, pine siskins, quickly, an important consid- ing into the snow to stay warm and common and hoary red- eration in severe weather or at night, and consuming close polls, the “irruptive” finch spe- situations of danger. You can to half their body mass each cies mentioned earlier. find it in “no mess blends” day. They are readily recog- Most readers are no doubt containing shelled sunflowers nized by the bright red patch familiar with the seed options and shelled peanuts. on their forehead, and the male out there, but if you’re new to • Suet mixtures are an espe- of the species also has rosy the fascinating world of back- cially “high octane” fuel to red markings on the chest and yard bird feeding, here are a help birds survive harsh winter upper flanks. You may also be few of the principal options: conditions, and is a magnet lucky enough to spot hoary redpolls among flocks of their common redpoll cousins, and though the precise distinction between the two sub-species is a subject of learned ornitho- logical debate, a basic rule of thumb is that the hoary has a paler, “frosty” appearance and much less (or no) streaking on the lower belly and undertail coverts. Another winter finch visitor that may turn up as a conse- quence of the tree seed crop failure across the north is the pine siskin, a charming streaky little finch that has often vis- ited our nyjer and black oil sunflower seed feeders in the course of the winter. Page 34 New Edinburgh News December 2012 Baksheeva, violin, Jean- François Marquis, cello, and Burgh Ioulia Blinova, piano. Tickets are available from Leading Note on Elgin and Compact Bulletin Disc on Bank. Fri, Dec 7, 7 pm RATES: $10, first 25 words; $5, each additional 25 Board HOLIDAY COMMUNITY words, payable on submission of ad. Public service ads AND VOLUNTEER (such as lost & found) free. Call Cindy Parkanyi, 745- DECEMBER ing and amazing neighbour- hood. All over Montreal Road, CELEBRATION at Crichton 8734 or email [email protected]. Sat, Dec 1, 10 am McArthur and Beechwood Cultural Community Centre. Dog/Cat Walking and Sitting Your house plants are SANTA SHUFFLE - Join us Avenues, you'll find our mer- Fun, food, music and door priz- also safe with me!. Emergency and regular daily walking. for some holiday fun and sup- chants and residents celebrat- es. Memorial Hall, 39 Dufferin References. Liba Bender: 613-746-4884. port families in your commu- ing everything Vanier! The fes- Street. $5 per person, $20 per person. Purchase tickets in per- nity all year long together with tivities include a parade, main freshly made foods are served the Running Room and The son at New Edinburgh House, stage performance, a food fair, by Relish The Flavour, The JANUARY / FEBRUARY Salvation Army at the 2012 255 MacKay Street, or call arts and crafts, face painting, Flatbread Pizza Company, Tue, Jan 1, 10 am - 2 pm Santa Shuffle. 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You can also contact Sun, Dec 2, 3 pm FOOD FAIR - at Memorial by Hindemith and Bernstein Nadia Ferrante at the Salvation Christmas carols with the OTTAWA BRAHMS CHOIR Hall of Crichton Cultural performed by Karen Donnelly Army at 613-233-8428 ext. sounds of brass, organ and presents a multilingual, spir- Community Centre, located and Frédéric Lacroix. Tickets, 221 or email nadia_ferran- choir as a thank you for your ited 'In Dulci Jubilo' Christmas 39 Dufferin Road. It will $25 for adults and $20 for [email protected]. support throughout the year. Concert at St. Thomas the feature over 20 top-notch seniors and students, are avail- There are two performances at Sat, Dec 1, noon – 9 pm Apostle Church, at 2345 Alta local artisans such as: Art- able at the door, at Books on no cost to you. Reserve tickets Vista Drive, Ottawa. Director: Is-In Bakery; Auntie Loo's Beechwood (until they close) C'EST CHILL - Vanier has by contacting the box office at Denise Hawkins. 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Journeys of Christmas - an Wed, Dec. 19, 7 pm Advent workshop for children Blue Christmas - A service and youth age 3-15. of companionship for people ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL Christmas Eve, Dec 24 who find Christmas a difficult LUTHERAN CHURCH 7:30 pm Family Service & time. Refreshments after in 270 Crichton St. 749-6953 Pageant the Hall. Sun, Dec. 16, 10 am 11 pm Midnight Carols & Christmas Eve Worship Service featuring our Mon, Dec. 24, 4 pm Sunday School children’s pag- Readings Intergenerational Christmas eant. Everyone welcome. Christmas Day, Dec 25, Eve service with Communion. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 11 am Worship Service Christmas Day 7:30 pm Candlelight Service. Sun, Jan. 6 Sun, Dec. 25, 10:30 am Christmas Day, Dec. 25 11 am New Year’s Service Page 36 New Edinburgh News December 2012 accustomed chair facing the park on River Lane in eager expectation of a tasty treat. Not long ago, a NEN reporter looked on in amazement as three dogs on leashes emerged from the park opposite Ted’s house, and much to the sur- prise and chagrin of their owners, bolted—leashes fly- ing—across the grass to Ted’s chair where they sat like lambs while he dished out the good- ies and stroked their heads. So much for leash training!

Deadline: JAN 10 [email protected] WELCOME Cheryl Frankiewicz and Ken Neufeld have returned to Ivy Crescent after three years in Mozambique. Just in time to enjoy the fall colours and to be re-acquainted with the camara- derie of the Burgh! Home and Dry: Stanley Avenue resident Sue Abbott had an unscheduled but wel- come visit from her son Matthew and his family who headed home to unscathed Ottawa after hurricane Sandy slammed into the northeast- ern United States, leaving their lower Manhattan apartment Photo: Jeffrey Matt flooded and without power. Captain America and the Incredible Hulk (a.k.a. Jake and Just to add to the excitement, Photo: Courtesy of Alex Reid Lincoln) bravely dig for eyeballs at the Halloween Howl. at about the same time, Sue’s Ted Mathesius with canine admirers Eddie, Juno and Miston. The very surprised couple was younger son Daniel and his CONGRATS happy to see so many fam- wife Paula welcomed a new City (pre-storm) where they ily, friends and neighbours— addition to their family, a baby enjoyed the view from their CONDOLENCES Lynn Townsend (Vaughan) even about-to-be neighbours boy who is Sue’s sixth grand- apartment on the 28th floor Our deepest sympathies go walked the Camino de Santiago who came all the way in from child. Congratulations to all, and saw “The Jersey Boys”. to Dominque Laframboise, in September... She completed Orleans...karaoke went on long and here's hoping that New Congratulations to Ross her husband Charles Sezlik 700 of the 800 kilometers, and into the night. York City has a more tranquil Torrie of Noel Street who and their two children, Lucas only stopped short because weather picture this winter! and Sébastien, on the passing she was running out of time.... BABY NEWS celebrated his 9th birthday in Bienvenue au quartier à of Dominique’s mother Esther Congratulations Lynn !! style this —thanks to his Aunts Nicole Poitras qui vient Laframboise on November 17 Natalie and Darrin Reesal d’arriver sur la rue Stanley. across the country. Ross’ Aunt of Ivy Crescent would like Gabrielle took him on a special in Ottawa. FAREWELL Correction: In the previ- to announce the birth of their ous edition of the paper, it trip to Banff, Alberta, and then daughter Brooklyn Shannan was mistakenly reported that on to northern Manitoba to Deadline Everyone who showed up to Reesal on July 10, 2012. Jane Davis of Faulkner Real see polar bears in their natu- Roger and Jill Hardy’s fare- Estate Limited had moved to ral habitat. It was quite the for Breezy Bits well party held on the rooftop DOGS & PALS the neighbourhood. In fact, it wildlife weekend. Aunt Susan submissions of the New Edinburgh Pub had is her sister Ann Davis that even made him a polar bear One Crichton Street resident a grand time. Joseph Cull had recently moved into the burgh cake that had everyone taking January 10 arranged the surprise party in has a loyal canine fan club in with her very exuberant puppy a double take... his usual unique way... lots of the Burgh. Its members rou- Barney. [email protected] people wearing fascinators!! tinely flock to Ted Mathesius’ GET WELL SOON

We wish a speedy recovery to Joyce Bryant who is currently recuperating at the Elisabeth Bruyère Centre after surgery to repair a broken hip. Her friends at The Edinburgh are greatly looking forward to her return to the residence in time for the celebrations of the Christmas season. BIRTHDAY NEWS Joyce Dubuc’s three sisters flew to Ottawa from B.C. to help her celebrate an important Maya Dubuc is pictured here at rehearsal for the Mackay Photo: Ross Torrie birthday... The highlight of the United Church pageant, an extensive production that will Polar bear in Manitoba. week was a trip to New York take place on Sunday morning, December 16.