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City Hall Ward Offi ce ELI EL-CHANTIRY 110 Laurier Ave. W. 5670 Carp Rd. Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Kinburn, ON K0A 2H0 Councillor, West Carleton - March Ward 5 T: 613-580-2475 T: 613-580-2424 ext. 32246 [email protected] www.eliel-chantiry.ca @Eli_Elchantiry @Ward5Ottawa 2 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News “Moving out here inspired me and helped me to focus on painting” BY JORDAN HAYWORTH Sugarman. office on the first day we painting of pears is a type- The two-storey building moved out here and I said writer, of many different Despite being smaller, is shared with his wife, ‘that’s it, goodbye’,” and colours and shades and and more isolated than Megan Duffield, who owns I’ve been painting ever textures. This was done by some of the larger art and operates the sustain- since,” said Sugarman. Jay Li, a Chinese oil painter galleries in downtown able apparel company That was 15 years ago, who now lives in Ottawa. Ottawa, the Dunrobin Art Duffield Design, which and Sugarman says he He has had his work sold Gallery, the community’s designs and manufactures has come a long way since internationally and nota- only art gallery, has no women’s clothing. Megan “finger-painting in ele- bly to the former United trouble measuring-up. sits at a workshop bench, mentary school.” But he Nations Commissioner “Some of the best artists sewing in preparation for did not learn how to paint in Europe, according to in the city are here,” says her upcoming fashion alone. the Orange Art Gallery its sole proprietor Jeffrey show on April 6. “Kerri has, on some lev- website. Sugarman. The gallery is upstairs in els, helped teach me how Another artist, The gallery is built on the quaint structure, and to paint,” he said, referring Christopher Griffin, may Sugarman’s retirement paintings cover three of to Kerri Weller who has have a little more local property and the rural the walls, with the fourth her art featured in muse- fame. Griffin, a sculptor location only adds to the lined with sculptures. ums and exhibits, includ- and painter, created the art, with a large garden Several large windows ing the Royal Canadian series of turtles that can be sprawling around it, which flood the room with nat- Mint, Canadian Museum found in the Ottawa Public Submitted is toured in the spring and ural light, and partially of Nature, the Hunt Library’s Beaverbrook This is an example of the art found at the Dunrobin Art summer. White-tail deer overlook the garden and Institute for Botanical branch on Campeau Drive Gallery. roam freely, grazing on forest below. Documentation, and she in Kanata. Griffin also bark and the small amount In the corner stands an has won many awards. She made headlines after a dollars for a single piece, it 50 per cent of the sale. So, of green that has begun to easel, where Sugarman has also taught at multiple 125-pound concrete stat- is not about the money, he the artist gets 50 per cent push its way through the paints, but it did not al- institutions. ue of a raven that he cre- stresses. and the gallery gets 50 per melting snow. ways stand there. Her art is featured at the ated was stolen and then “Our lifestyle does not cent. We’re on an 80/20 “Moving out here in- “I left a very strong real Dunrobin Art Gallery. returned. depend on volume of split, so the artist gets spired me and helped me estate practice, and I Hanging opposite to Sugarman is just one sales, it’s about being in significantly more than to focus on painting,” said dropped the keys at the Weller’s hyper-realistic of the seven artists to be a creative place,” said they usually would,” said displayed in the gallery. Sugarman. Sugarman. Although the space has The gallery offers a gen- Money aside, Sugarman sold eight pieces, which erous return to artists as says he is happy he made start around $1,200, to up- well. the switch from real estate FUNDRAISER wards of several thousand “Most galleries will take to painting. March 28th - 7pm Carp Commons Retirement Village 458 Donald B. Munro Drive Your Community Voice is Carp Health Access, in partnership with the City of Ottawa, is raising funds to install stationary fitness equipment in NOW HIRING! Langstaff Park. Join us at the brand new Carp Commons Full-Time Reporter Retirement Village facility for complimentary food and You possess the ability to work well with people and deadlines, and drinks, mix and mingle with community members and have your own car. Experience using Adobe InDesign is an asset. village business owners, and show your Send resume and samples of writing to: support for this great initiative. Pat Uguccioni, Editor [email protected] Register at: bit.ly/CFPfundraiser www.carphealthaccess.ca

News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 3 MVCA suggests to prepare for possible flooding BY JOHN CURRY flows for the Mississippi estimates of expected river River. Mountenay says and Carp River watersheds flows and water levels. flooding along the Ottawa There’s been a lot of are available on the MVCA The MVCA issues flood River typically happens snow this winter but that website at mvc.on.ca. The advisories or warnings as a little later than in the does not automatically MVCA flood forecasting required. Mississippi and Carp River mean there will be spring and warning program The conservation author- watersheds. flooding. monitors weather condi- ity does not have a read “Snow is never really the tions and snowpack water yet on potential SPRING driver for flooding,” says content and provides flooding along the Ottawa [email protected] Gord Mountenay, water management supervisor for the Mississippi Valley Adam Rebecca Conservation Authority PLAYSAFE: (MVCA). Don’t Let It Happen to You However, recent condi- tions at several snow mon- itoring sites indicate there The War Amps new “kids-to-kids” safety is record water content in video, featuring stories from young the existing snow pack. Mountenay calls the John Curry photo amputees who have lost limbs in accidents, amount of winter snow The Carp River at Carp is nearing spring breakup condition delivers the hard-hitting but positive “one piece of a three piece as spring-like temperatures begin to prevail in the Mississippi message: “Spot the danger before you play!” puzzle,” with the other two and Carp River watersheds.. factors being how quickly it warms up and how much the Mississippi and Carp basements that could Visit waramps.ca/playsafe rain falls. River watersheds should flood; keeping emergency for the video and safety “It really depends how be preparing for possible phone numbers handy; resources. quickly it warms up,” he flooding. Residents in and getting to know the explained, noting that flood prone or low lying municipality’s emergency THUNDERBIRD AMBERWOOD rainfall added to warming areas that historically are preparedness plan. 1927 Richardson Side Rd. 54 Springbrook Drive weather is really what dic- susceptible to breaches Mountenay also encour- Kanata Stittsville tates a risk of flooding. should take steps to pro- ages parents to remind Rainfall is the prime fac- tect their property. children about the dangers tor for spring flooding but These include ensuring of playing on or near ice SUMMER SPORTS a sudden warm spell can the sump pump is in good covered or flooded creeks SUMMER SPORTS also cause waterways to working condition and and ditches. breach their banks. has a backwater valve on He warns too of a concern CAMP CAMP Lunch & Pre/Post Mountenay says the it; having a portable back- for potential ice jams if the Camp Care Included Lunch & Pre/Post optimum conditions to up generator and pump; weather quickly switch- Camp Care Included Golf, Archery, Soccer, prevent mass flooding is ensuring downspouts are es from cold to warm. Basketball, Water Swimming, similar to what makes the clear and the outlet is at Residents should watch Games & much Tennis, Archery, more FUN! Basketball & much sap run, and that is a little least three metres from for signs of ice jams on riv- more FUN! bit of melt during the day the house; removing items ers when spring waters can and a little bit of freeze that might float away in a back up when blocked by overnight. flooding situation; remov- the ice. 613.836.2256 613.836.2256 He advises residents in ing valuable items from Daily water levels and thunderbirdsportscentre.com Amberwood.ca

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Individuals and community giant bent on opening up shop In its haste to undo everything associations have long been at in the shadow of their backyards the previous Liberal government a distinct disadvantage in the and on the banks of a fragile put in place, the Tories axed the pursuit of planning justice. ecosystem. Local Planning Appeal Support The support centre was de- It was painful to watch the un- Centre (LPASC). It was created a signed to help them with re- initiated put their toes in the year ago as part of the overhaul sources to swim upstream water in front of the rural affairs of the Ontario Municipal Board against the tsunami that passes committee recently and be af- (OMB) to level the playing field as the planning process in this forded short thrift as the deci- for cash-strapped community province. sion was made to throw them to groups taking on deep-pocketed As seen with the pitched bat- the wolves. developers. tles against this government in These residents now face For decades the little guy went its less than a year behind the pooling limited resources and into the gunfight taking on the steering wheel, there is little appealing to the public for do- bazooka with what amounted hope they will change course nations to fund their lopsided to a water pistol. and reverse their ill thought out battle to preserve their rural It became the norm, rather decision. way of life against an antiquat- than the exception that Joe and It’s a headscratcher really when ed system that affords them little Jane Public came out on the the Government for the People chance of success. Op-Ed: Stormwater fee soaks rural residents loss of wise use of property and paving of our rural the rain tax but in the end angry residents showed are not covered by this fee. taxes and the loss of main- roads, which are our tran- was reduced to 9.8 by cut- how vehemently opposed Perhaps the most irritat- taining the rural way of life sit systems. ting $400,000 on planned rural residents were to this ing part of the fee fiasco were widespread. Over Recently, the city spent consulting work on storm outrageous proposal. was the reasoning and the years, there have been millions of dollars on a water. An interesting note is methodology in the imple- some great initiatives to re- new footbridge across the When fully implement- that there is a 19-mem- mentation by the city. We in duce the skepticism about Rideau Canal. At the same ed by 2020, this fee will ber storm water unit for the rural wards are proud the feared loss of our rural time, community policing, be equivalent to a further the urban/suburban part of our heritage and we lifestyle. an important part of rural three per cent tax hike on of the city at a cost of over work hard to provide our Yet, there are a variety life, has been drastically top of the approved three $1 million annually. Sadly, families a brighter future. of issues that now have cut back. It seems there is per cent residential prop- this same bureaucratic The fee, in my opinion, angered a growing num- not a revenue problem but erty tax increase. Rural unit will likely be set up if disrespects the com- ber of rural residents. The a spending problem when residents, get ready for an the storm water fee contin- mon fairness that we ex- BY DOUG THOMPSON provincial gas tax rebate it comes to dollars for rural annual six per cent prop- ues for rural Ottawa. pect from our municipal to the city continues to be Ottawa. erty tax hike for the fore- The city’s rationale for the governments. Many rural residents in used entirely for the subur- The storm water man- seeable future. fee is in part “the safe trans- Doug Thompson is a for- 2001 were angry and very ban/urban light rail transit agement fee (also known Planning for implement- portation of rain and melt mer long-time city coun- skeptical aboutYour the amal- system. as the ditch tax or rain tax)KANATA ing- STITTSVILLE the storm water fee water runoff to prevent cillor, Mayor of Osgoode gamation into the City of A small fraction of the continues to infuriate ruralWEST CARLETONbegan early in 2016 with properties from flooding.” Township and presently Ottawa.Community rebate could have been, taxpayers. The city’s 2019OTTAWA public SOUTH consultations The reality is flooding in sits on the board of the Concerns over the Yourloss Community of and Newspaperstill could be used,Voice draft budget called for a across the rural wards. your ditches, water back- South Nation Conservation local representation, the for rural ditches, culverts 10.8 per cent increase in Huge turnouts of very up and laneway culverts Authority.

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Water flow was immense, the 11 rushing cataracts needs of modern society when buildings and struc- This wiped out the glori- the amount of water going at Chats Falls were awe in- has wiped out this most in- tures normally off-limits to ous scene of the fast-flowing over the falls varied from spiring in their own right. spiring natural feature of the public view are opened up river waters rushing through eight to over twenty mil- Tourists would have flocked Ottawa River. But the dam for such viewing. the spaces between a series lion cubic feet a minute. to see such an imposing and power house are im- Perhaps this will happen of rocky little islands. It was Chats Falls was the third and impressive scene. And pressive in their own right. someday for this Chats Falls a scene featuring 11 individ- largest waterfall by volume there’s proof of such tourist Wouldn’t it be wonder- hydro dam. It would not ual falls, which combined, in Canada, after Niagara fascination with these falls, ful if the power house were draw tourists and onlookers made up the Chat Falls. and the Chaudiere Falls at as outlined by Harry and opened up for public tours like the original Chats Falls Ottawa area historian and Ottawa.” Olive Walker, in their land- and viewing during the an- would, but it would still be author Terence Currie, in his Had the dam not been built mark 1968 book “Carleton nual Doors Open Ottawa interesting and informative booklet “The Lost Spendour and the Chats Falls were still Saga,” in which they write event in the City of Ottawa. for many. of Chats Falls: An Illustrated visible, it would surely be about the falls as follows: History of the Chats Falls one of the area’s, and even “It was such a magnifi- OUT & ABOUT from The Ice Age to Modern the province’s, greatest tour- cent spectacle that the river Times,” describes the Chats ist attractions, something of steamer ‘Emerald,’ for the WITH JOHN CURRY Falls as follows: a Niagara Falls of the East. benefit of travelers, used to Accounting for “Before it was silenced by The islands separating the cruise slowly along the foot small/medium Fitzroy Harbour sits over- the building of the Chats 11 falls at Chats Falls also of these falls from Fitzroy looking what at one time Falls Dam in the 1930’s, had names with the largest Harbour on the Ontario size businesses was one of nature’s mar- Chats Falls was one of the being Big Chats Island. But side to the Quebec side of vels in this area, the historic most spectacular sights in all of these islands have now the river.” Stuart Chats Falls. North America. The mighty vanished under the water But this all came to an end These falls, created by the Ottawa River, one of the behind the dam. when Ontario Hydro under- BOOKKEEPING & TAX SERVICES presence of a ledge of hard one hundred largest rivers Niagara Falls has a drop of took the Chats Falls power rock that extended right on earth by volume, came 167 feet, much higher than development, transforming across the river and up on thundering down over a cat- the 40 foot drop which the Fitzroy Harbour into a tem- both shores, were drowned aract more than ten meters Chats Falls boasted. But porary boom town. From 1929 to 1932, a dam stretch- ing across the Ottawa River was built. 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All age West Carleton - March for homemade soups and The concert will take bringing together the tal- groups will play twice a sandwiches. Serving from place in St. Paul’s Anglican ents and time of residents week except for the Learn Ward 5 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Church, 20 Young Road for the purpose of friend- to Play group which will at 3 p.m. Admission: Free ship, nature appreciation play once a week. For more Performance Clothing will offering. For more in- and fun. For more infor- information, please email ORPHANED WILDLIFE: Th e City’s By-law & St. Paul’s United Church formation visit www.kana- mation, please contact fastball@fitzroyharbour. Regulatory Services (BLRS) is receiving calls regarding in Carp will be open the tachoralsociety.ca or call [email protected] comor call 613-623-8867. injured and orphaned wildlife. Please note, not all wild 1st and 3rd Tuesday of 613-592-1991. animals found alone without an adult are orphans. It’s every month 11:30 a.m. AGM in Camp Woolsey common for mothers to leave their babies in the nest/ to 1 p.m., displaying qual- Ottawa Christian Fitzroy Harbour exhibit at den while they forage for food. In most cases, these ity clothing items for sale. Music Festival The annual general Bytown Museum mothers will return to their young. If you fi nd a baby wild Drop in. Last year a small group meeting of the Fitzroy The Bytown Museum’s mammal on its own, contact the Rideau Valley Wildlife of 6 volunteers met to test Harbour Community Community Gallery is Sanctuary fi rst before calling 3-1-1 (613-258-9480 or Eastern Regional the viability of organizing Association will be held featuring an exhibit en- www.rideauwildlife.org). Do not attempt to move the Percheron Association a Christian Music Festival on Thursday, March 28 titled “Camp Woolsey: animal from its den/nest or to feed it. If you have already Annual Dance in Ottawa. It was decided at 7 p.m. at the Fitzroy Memories of Ottawa’s Girl From 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. to organize a small local Harbour Community Guide Camp” through to touched the animal, return it to where it was found. It’s on March 23rd at the Carp concert as a start and to use Centre. Everyone invited May 12. Explore the camp’s a myth that the mother will reject her babies if they have Agricultural Hall (doors this event as a barometer to attend. Learn about the history through memora- been touched. Please note BLRS only responds to calls open at 7:30 p.m.)). Join to measure interest. The Association’s 2018 suc- bilia, photos and stories. about injured or sick small wild animals. Glenn Silverson Band - event became the Jacob cesses and its 2019 plans. Located at Crown Point Old Tyme Country. Buffet Moon Concert that is being Memberships will be on in West Carleton, Camp REPORTING POTHOLES: If you see potholes on our Lunch - Tickets $12.50 held at Trinity Presbyterian sale. Woolsey served as a Girl roads, please call 3-1-1, or report it online at ottawa. Church, 1817 Richardson Guide camp for over 80 ca/en/serviceottawa. You will receive a service request Carp Health Side Road on April 5 at West Carleton years. In the spring of 2017 number making it easier to track for follow up, and your Access Fundraiser 7:30 p.m. For more infor- Garden Club a decision was made to request will be sent to the appropriate department for If you’re a business or resi- mation contact us at the April meeting of the West close and sell off the Girl action. dent of Carp, or interested Ottawa Christian Music Carleton Garden Club will Guide camps in Ontario in what’s happening in our Festival on Facebook, bob- be held on Tuesday, April including Camp Woolsey. MAILBOX DAMAGE: Occasionally mailboxes may little village, please join the [email protected] or 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Carp get damaged by passing snow plows. Mailboxes will board members of Carp 613-986-1067. Memorial Hall in Carp. Garden Club be repaired or replaced as determined by the City’s Health Access on March Topic will be “Creating plant sale Roads Department Supervisor. Mailboxes damaged 28th from 7 to 9 p.m. The Oasis in Kanata A Garden for Monarch The annual plant sale of by the snow that comes off the wing of the snow plow at the Carp Commons April 6, at 7 p.m, “The Life Butterflies” presented by the West Carleton Garden will not be eligible for repair or replacement. Mailboxes Retirement Village for a of Brian!” farewell concert the Ottawa Chapter of the Club and Horticultural will be replaced by something basic. Damaged posts fundraising event in sup- for Rev. Brian Copeland, Monarch Teacher Network Society will take place on will be replaced by a temporary one with permanent port of the Carp Fitness retiring after 13 years with Johanna Cutts, Joan Saturday, May 25 at the repairs undertaken aft er the frost is gone. To report a Park initiative. This is a with Glen Cairn United Harvey and Mary Ash. Carp Farmers’ Market at damaged mailbox, call 3-1-1 or report it via ottawa.ca/ great opportunity to sup- Church and a 40-year ca- the Carp fairgrounds. port a meaningful project reer in ministry. Location: Softball in en/serviceottawa. in your community that 140 Abbeyhill Dr., Kanata. Fitzroy Harbour Garden Tour SPRING CLEANING THE CAPITAL: Early bird will benefit young and old. Free-will offering for The Registration is now open The West CVarleton registration is open for the City’s Spring Cleaning Oasis in Kanata, for care- for registration for chil- Garden Club and Benefit Concert givers of people with men- dren’s softball in Fitzroy Horticultural Society is the Capital Campaign. Participants can register their On Saturday, March 30 tal illness. Refreshments Harbour. Boys and girls hosting a garden tour of cleanup projects by calling 3-1-1 or by using the online the Kanata Choral Society will follow this farewell born from 2000 to 2014 local gardens on Saturday, registration form available at ottawa.ca/clean. Th is is will host a Benefit Concert concert. are welcome to register. June 15. also an excellent opportunity for high school students to earn some community volunteer hours.

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Op-Ed: Rail can’t wait for LeBreton rink GIRONES To borrow loosely from of the day, any gaps in a public-private partner- the words of Voltaire, the fare revenue will need to ship for a new stadium. LAWYERS area has been a few acres be offset by tax base and In the meantime, de- INJURY LAW of snow. fare increases. At this velopment in that area Injured? Call us, we can help

But times have changed point, the city cannot could generate revenue Andrea Girones B.A LL.B M.B.A. – big time. The city will wait long for a new sta- through a special devel- soon open the new LRT dium deal to spark the opment charge dedicated Confederation Line area’s development. to a future public oriented 10-day Notice Period for Sidewalk Accidents that will include the After watching the de- project for the area. This new Pimisi station built bacle of RendezVous set-aside revenue could Given the long a diffi cult winter we have had in the Ottawa to serve a revitalized LeBreton does anyone be used to help incent area I thought I should direct my fi rst column towards a LeBreton flats catchment have confidence that a stadium construction in very important legal principle aff ecting anyone who is in- area. But in its current second and viable deal is exchange for minority fi- jured this winter on municipal property. Municipal prop- state, the neighbourhood forthcoming in the near nancial equity in the sta- erty can be any property owned by the City or township BY STEVE DESROCHES is not ready for rail. future? I would not bet on dium deal and a future including community centres, hockey arenas parks, paths Transit oriented and it. To make matters worse, return on investment for sidewalk and play grounds. There will be no funer- higher density develop- with the hockey team in the taxpayer. al for the RendezVous ment around all of the self-declared and self- The model is consistent Section 44(10) of the Municipal Act (section 42(6) sets out LeBreton deal or any new transit stations will inflicted rebuild mode, with the long standing the requirements to give notice aft er an accident on munic- obituary for the hopes of be essential to the finan- momentum for a brighter policy that growth should ipal property. Th is section reads: Senators fans. cial and revenue success future will not be strong. pay for growth. 44(10) “No action shall be brought for the recovery of A last pitch mediation of the LRT line. Keep in A new stadium location The “roughed in” stadi- damages….unless, within 10 days aft er the occurrence of process had a better mind that the business next to an LRT station is um plan leaves the door the injury, written notice of the claim and of the injury chance of finding life on case for the LRT proj- critical and there are very open for future enlight- complained of, including the date, time and location of the moon than in the for- ect depended on strong few if any logical stadium ened team ownership to the occurrence, has been served upon or sent by regis- mer business partnership and sustained ridership locations that would cen- seize the opportunity to tered mail to, to develop the vacant flat growth especially outside trally serve the capital relocate to an area that (a) the clerk of the municipality; or lands. peak service times. area. has the business condi- (b) if the claim is against two or more municipalities After decades of inac- In fact, the promise of We have to be strong tions for financial success. jointly responsible for the repair of the highway or tion to develop prime solid east-west ridership and put our city’s future If a stadium is not built bridge, the clerk of each of the municipalities.” real estate, the setback was the cornerstone of first and not follow the through an innovative was but another chapter the decision of three lev- unpredictable whims, public-private partner- Th erefore within 10 days of the accident, you must give in the area’s bleak history. els of government to in- threats and flip-flops of ship, the vacant stadium notice to the municipality in which the accident occurred Some may shrug and vest in the $2.1 billion the Senators ownership. land will serve as a sad or you may be barred from suing the municipality for your say that there is ample dollar transit project. We can and should move monument to the NHL’s injuries arising from the accident. Th is 10-day notice re- time to get the develop- Surely that’s why some, forward now with urban failure to seize a great quirement will not, however, bar a plaintiff ’s ability to sue ment right. At one point not me, decided to can- development around opportunity. if they have a reasonable excuse for their delay in notifying in time we did have the cel the southern link in the Pimisi station with a With so much riding on the municipality. latitude to dream, dither favour of the current “roughed in” or reserved rail, the taxpayer can- and debate. Historically, project. parcel of land set aside not afford to wait for a Th e Court of Appeal in Seif v. Toronto (City) considered planning setbacks for Future LRT transit fare for a future NHL stadium. Senator’s break-away. the 10 day notice requirement, confi rming that whether the LeBreton were a nothing revenue will be critical to As long as the land is not Steve Desroches is a for- injured person had a reasonable excuse must be interpret- gained and nothing lost cover the operating costs paved over, there will al- mer City of Ottawa coun- ed broadly, and the victim does not need to show that they scenario. of the system. At the end ways be the potential for cillor and deputy mayor. were incapacitated or that their delay in providing notice was solely as a result of their injuries. Th e injured person afternoon and evening, March 8. The event was orga- will, however, be required to show that the defendant is not What happened 50 years ago? nized by Stanley Carruthers, assisted by Ross McNeely, prejudiced by the delay in notice. From the Carp News Report by Gwen McGee in the Jim Grant, Bob Tosh and Jack deSnayer. In charge of the Importantly, the Court of Appeal stated that a lack of aware- March 13, 1969 issue of The Stittsville News: cross country trek were Leo McIntyre, Ken White, Basil ness of notice requirement does not constitute a reasonable A snowmobile rally sponsored by the Huntley Schroder, George Carruthers and Lorne Montgomery. excuse on its own. Community Centre was held at Carp on Saturday Sixty machines entered in the races which started at 1:30 p.m. on the Honeywell property. Over 300 paid admission If you have been injured on a municipal sidewalk, it is there- Spring Tree Trimming as spectators. There were winners in various classes. In fore imperative that you notify the municipality of your slip the power puff race, Wenda Guthrie of Tatlock was first and fall as soon as possible and within 10 days. By doing Pruning & Removal on a Nordic Ski-Doo. Second was Eleanor Carruthers on so, you will protect your rights going forward. Th e City of a Sno-Jet. 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613-801-3804 130 Goulbourn Forced Rd, Kanata, ON K2K 0K6 © 2019 HSL News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 9 Green thumb gathering at Carp Memorial Hall BY JOHN CURRY transplant spring or early first letters of each word) summer bloomers later in as a phrase to help people It was a green thumb eve- the season while late sea- remember the appropri- ning at the Carp Memorial son bloomers should be ate fertilizer to use for spe- Hall. divided early in the sea- cific situations. LRF stands Not only was the speaker son, giving the plant time for Leafs, Roots, Flowers at the March meeting of the to bloom that year. which allows a gardener to West Carleton Garden Club Reid said that it is a good identify the use of a specific and Horticultural Society idea to shade newly trans- fertilizer as identified by its the operator of the Green planted plants. If there three number designation Thumb Garden Centre in is no natural shade, this such as 30-10-10. Nepean but also Mary Reid could be something as The first number repre- has a green thumb herself simple as putting a lawn sents the nitrogen con- as she is a master gardener. chair over the plant, keep- tent of the fertilizer which While her publicized topic ing it there for a week to ten promotes leaf growth. was “Perennials: Dividing days. Of course, another The second number is for and Maintaining,” she gave key is to water the trans- the phosphorus content gardening tips and advice planted plant every day which promotes root de- not only about this topic for two weeks. velopment while the third but also about more gen- Her keys to a successful number is for potassium eral gardening matters. transplant are to prepare content which encourages John Curry photo Her key advice with re- the receiving soil, making it blooming. With the West Carleton Garden Club’s banner are Mary Reid (left) of the Green Thumb gard to transplanting pe- as loose as possible, to use Reid recommended di- Garden Centre in Nepean who was the guest speaker at the Club’s March 12 meeting and rennials in a garden is to a starter fertilizer and to viding and transplanting Brenda Baird (right) who is the Club’s president. dig up the existing peren- “water, water, water.” She bearded iris in August. This nial using a U-shaped hole noted that when plants also applies to peonies as rather than a V-shaped are transplanted, they are well as oriental poppies. hole. Doing so means that very needy plants for the Reid admitted to be some- the plant will maintain first year in the new spot as thing of a naysayer with those small root hairs that they have been uprooted regard to native plants, are so vital to its nutrition and have to re-establish saying that a gardener and health. themselves. should be prepared to pro- She identified the signs Among the universal tips vide them in the garden which indicate that a pe- delivered by Reid were the with the same conditions rennial should be divided advice to put the right plant that they would experience and transplanted. If the in the right place for its size in nature. This can be chal- plant is floppy or falling and sun requirements and lenging in today’s develop- over or if there is a visible to make sure that it is hardy ments where fill covers up hole in the centre of the enough to tolerate the win- native soil conditions. SALE WOW WORLDWAY SALE WOW plant’s foliage, then it is ter conditions. Plant for Her final advice to the time to divide the plant. the future, not today, she more than 40 attending the GMS As for when this should stressed, emphasizing to meeting was to urge gar- happen, Reid said that a consider the plant’s ma- deners to enjoy their gar- ESTATE/CONTENT plant can be divided at any ture size when determin- dens and to focus on what time as long as there is lots ing where to plant it. does well in these gardens. This one of a kind 10 day sale STARTS April 4, 2019 of watering done. However, Reid used the term “Little it is best to divide and Red Flowers” (LRF are the [email protected] EVERYDAY A 10% Reduction of listed price EVERYTHING MUST GO Garden Club introduces photo competition Enjoy buying furniture, appliances, antiques, working tools, carpentry, BY JOHN CURRY will be “A Spring Ephemeral” while the theme for the May meeting will be “A mechanical and sporting equipment clothing and much much more!! The West Carleton Garden Club and Colourful Display.” Horticultural Society has introduced two The Garden Club has also introduced SALE OPEN FROM 11:00 AM TO 7:00 PM new features for its monthly meetings in mini flower shows at its meetings. In April, EVERYDAY (LAST DAY IS April 13) 2019. the mini show will feature Easter cactus MAKE OFFER DAY IS APRIL 14 There will be a monthly photo competi- or other flowering potted plants. The win- tion, with each month having a specific ners in these mini flower shows will be se- Location: 147 McConnell Lane, Constance Bay theme. The theme for the April meeting lected via People’s Choice. Information by email: [email protected] 10 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News

YOU MAYYOU MAY BE BE ELIGIBLE ELIGIBLE FOR AFOR GOVERNMENT A GOVERNMENT REFUND REFUND Busy spring for OCDSB trustees Do you or a family member have... information on the awards next four years. Using the others. Do you or a family member have... and process can be found thoughts you contributed As I write, the OCDSB is • Walking • WalkingYOU• Children’s Difficulty MAY BE ELIGIBLE at ocdsb.ca. in our first phase of consul- awaiting provincial an- Difficulty • Knee/Hiplearning Surgery and A working group has tation. trustees and senior nouncements about pos- • Knee/HipFOR• Arthritis Abehaviour GOVERNMENT REFUND started to meet to discuss staff have been working sible changes to class size Surgery • FibromyalgiadifficultiesDo you or a family member have... an attendance bound- to refine the “big ideas” regulations, and proposals • Arthritis • Walking• COPD• ADD/ADHD • Children’s ary for a new elementary that will become the basis for additional teacher sup- • Incontinence school we would like to for our specific strategies port for mathematics have • FibromyalgiaDifficulty• Autismlearning and • Knee/Hip• Crohn’s/IBS behaviour build in the Blackstone and work plans moving just been reported. The • COPD • SurgeryMemory• Anxiety loss difficulties BY LYNN SCOTT area of Stittsville. Although forward. You will have impact of such changes • Incontinence• Arthritis• Children’s• Depression learning• ADD/ADHD and we do not yet have provin- a further chance to pro- will be reflected in our de- • Crohn’s/IBS• FibromyalgiabehaviourAnd difficulties many• Autism more Spring is always a busy cial funding for this school, vide feedback on our draft cisions on teacher staffing • Memory • COPDloss• ADD/ADHD • Anxiety time in the Ottawa- it’s important to define strategic plan through at the end of this month. • Incontinence• Autism We• Depression haveWe have recovered recovered thousands thousands Carleton District School an attendance bound- April and May, before it is The remainder of our We don’t get paid And many more • Crohn’s/IBS• Anxiety of $$$of $$$ for for our our clients.clients. Board, but it will be espe- ary so that families in the approved. 2019-2020 budget will be until you get• Memory paid! loss • Depression We have recovered thousands cially busy this year, with new residential develop- March is the month when debated in May and June, WeAnd don’tmany moreget paid We don’t get paid until you get paid! Call us today 1-844-832-1777 for yourof $$$ free for consultation our clients. the expectation of a flurry ments in the area between the board makes decisions when we will know the until you get paid! of provincial policy and Fernbank and Abbott, west about teacher staffing for amount of our provincial CallCall us us today today 1-844-832-1777 1-844-832-1777 forfor your your freefree consultation consultation funding changes through of Terry Fox, have a clear next year, which represents grants for the coming year. March and April. idea where their children about 60 per cent of our an- Please send your ques- Spring is also a time may be going when this nual budget. Most of the tions/comments to lynn. for nominations for our school is eventually built. teaching positions are de- [email protected]. I’m always community recognition Area residents will be able termined on the basis of glad to hear from you. awards, honouring the to provide feedback on provincial regulations on We want you to share your opinion efforts of our community possible boundaries at a class size, but some are de- Lynn Scott is Chair of volunteers and partners public consultation meet- cided on the basis of our the Ottawa Carleton Send letters to the Editor to who provide outstanding ing in May. local priorities for meeting District School Board support to our students Trustees continue work- the needs of special educa- and Trustee, Zone 1: West [email protected] and schools. Nominations ing on a new strategic plan tion students and English- Carleton-March, Stittsville, are due by March 29, and to guide the OCDSB for the language learners, among Rideau-Goulbourn News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 11 Cavanagh one step closer to concrete plant approval Join our team and

BY PATRICK UGUCCIONI He expressed profound iota on what the staff recom- keep the city clean. disappointment with Coun. mended,” he said. Residents hoping to stop El-Chantiry for siding with Insisting he is not anti- April 15 to May 15 Cavanagh Construction the majority. business, Ross said his mo- from establishing a concrete “We rely on him to uphold tivation is simple. He just 2019-049_Spring_01 Step 1: Register a project plant at 2596 Carp Road next the quality of the commu- wants to enjoy the lifestyle to Huntley Creek, were dealt nity and leave a legacy for his family has built for itself Starting March 15, register at a blow March 7 when a city himself and ourselves and since moving to the area. ottawa.ca/clean or by calling 3-1-1. committee unanimously he has failed us here,” a vis- His argument that the pro- voted in favour of a zoning ibly upset Ross told Your posed amendment did not Step 2: Get Cleaning amendment that paves the Community Voice after the meet the provisions instilled Encourage others way for the light industrial meeting. in the area community de- use of the property. “Clearly I am missing sign plan failed to sway com- to join you! The agricultural and rural something about what the mittee members. affairs committee, chaired motivations or factors be- “This is just inconsistent Step 3: Win prizes! by West Carleton-March hind the decision-making with the overall plan to a Coun. Eli El-Chantiry, ap- are,” he added. large degree,” Ross said. proved the application The councillor said those “How can that be washed pending the applicant gain- opposed need to set their over by the planning depart- ing Ministry of Environment cross-hairs on the environ- ment and then the council- blessing and completing a ment ministry as it clearly lors not recognize their duty traffic impact study. has jurisdiction over air and to protect the interest of the Neighbouring homeown- water quality concerns. community at large? ers are worried about their By placing the caveat on “Even if I take off my resi- property values, but more the zoning amendment that dent hat and look at this with importantly the environ- mental impact on the Carp River tributary and the “They didn’t budge one iota on what the health impacts to people ex- staff recommended.” posed to the “toxic” dust that will spread to the immediate - Dan Mayo, resident surrounding area. More than a dozen nearby residents spoke in opposi- there must be a comprehen- an objective lens I still don’t tion to the plant at the March sive traffic assessment study understand. I am an engi- Upcoming Issues 7 meeting to no avail. undertaken, El-Chantiry neer by trade and I look at All expressed fear that said he satisfied himself the cause and effect. I can look We publish every 2nd week over time private wells will committee was doing all it at something objectively. become contaminated and could do to mitigate the neg- I am at a loss here. I don’t the water will no longer be ative impacts of increased know what the criteria here Publication Date Submission deadline drinkable. Many argued the truck traffic on Carp Road. is outside of influence, out- plant threatened their rural The councillor pointed out side of fear, outside of mak- April 4 ...... March 28 way of life. even should the Ministry ing a tough decision. I just A group of local residents choose not to stand in the don’t know what influence have banded together to pay way of the application, there was at play here.” April 18 ...... April 11 for legal fees for a planned cannot be any work done on Longer term, Ross says the appeal. site until the traffic study is community is concerned May 2 ...... April 25 A GoFund Me campaign complete and any recom- the decision taken sets the has also been initiated mendations acted on. precedent for future heavy to help raise additional “This is something this industrial uses in the area. Visit us at www.ottawavoice.ca money to spread commu- committee could do,” he “I think this is really egre- nity awareness and to hire said. gious and we’re going to fight environmental and health Dan Mayo has operated an to stop this because if we experts and consultants organic farm adjacent to the don’t there is going to be very to help residents continue proposed plant for 35 years. little chance of stopping the the fight against the zoning He said the holding provi- next thing and the one after amendment. sion on the zoning amend- that and it will steamroll over 613-45-voice (613-458-6423) David Ross lives 300 metres ment amounts to little more our community’s health and from the future location of than window dressing. success.” the concrete plant. “They didn’t budge one [email protected] 12 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News New general manager at MVCA CARLETON PLACE BY JOHN CURRY acting collectively with other jurisdictions through A new era has started at the MVCA, services such as the top of Mississippi Valley flood forecasting are pos- Conservation Authority sible to them. (MVCA). The MVCA, like all con- Sally McIntyre has servation authorities, plays grabbed the reins from a crucial role in providing long-time general man- information about the wa- ager Paul Lehman, who tershed to its member mu- retired last month from the nicipalities, McIntyre said. authority after 30 years at She views her position as the helm. general manager as a “vis- McIntyre, an environ- Sally McIntyre ible and important role.” mental planner, started Long time MVCA board her career in 1987 as a infrastructure as one of member Phil Sweetnam of summer student with the the challenges facing the West Carleton also gave the old Goulbourn Township. conservation authority thumbs up to the choice of THE She held different planning today, as many of its assets the new GM. BOULTON roles in the private sector like dams are aging. This “Sally has the work ethic, before joining the City of will require developing an the commitment, the Ottawa in 2003 as a man- asset management plan background to deal with ager in the environmen- with capital funding set environmental issues, and tal services department. aside to support it. she is articulate in promot- She left the city in 2016 to Another challenge will be ing and prompting others Single Family Homes form her own consulting to minimize the impacts of to engage in projects which business. development and climate enhance the environment and Bungalows. A During her tenure with change on the environ- in a sustainable way,” short walk to the the city, she worked close- ment. She admits building Sweetnam said. Beach, Riverside ly with local conservation can’t stop but she believes The MVCA, one of 36 authorities in various ini- “there are ways to do it conservation authorities Park, schools, and the tiatives including Ottawa’s wisely”. in Ontario, was formed in shopping and dining water environment strat- She notes that trees and 1968 with a mandate to of downtown Carleton egy, intake protection wetlands are both im- manage the Mississippi zone studies and the rural portant for a healthy en- watershed’s resources in Place. clean water program. vironment, providing partnership with mem- She is not only familiar clean air and prevent- ber municipalities and with the work of conser- ing flooding and erosion. the province. The City of VISIT OUR MODEL HOME vation authorities but she McIntyre is excited about Ottawa is one of its mem- counts herself as a fan. the MVCA’s partnership ber municipalities as the A short drive from “The MVCA is leading with the city regarding the MVCA has jurisdiction not edge in assessing the po- restoration of the Carp only over the Mississippi tential impacts of climate River and the possibilities, River watershed but also Kanata saves you change on water flows and pointing out she is a huge the Ottawa River shore- habitat in the watershed,” proponent of joint action line in West Carleton and 7 $100,000 McIntyre said, stressing and cooperation. the Carp River watershed, she is looking forward to She notes the MVCA itself which includes both Poole FROM working with the MVCA’s provides services that its Creek and Feedmill Creek municipal and commu- smaller member munici- in Stittsville. nity partners “to ensure palities could not afford to ON 15 $409,900 protection of people, prop- do on their own. However, [email protected] erty and habitat within the MO OM an 2019 CLOSINGS raha SS O Mississippi watershed now S and in future.” SALES OFFICE | MODEL HOME Napoeon The Stittsville resident has Morris 16 GRAHAM ST. always had an appreciation

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PERTH➜ TEL: 613-240-6135 the interaction of humans with the environment. 7 EMAIL: OTTAWA ➜ This outlook, she said, [email protected] makes for a good fit in her new role with the MVCA. www.LongwoodBuilders.com McIntyre sees aging Community Voice - March 21, 2019 13 14 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News Rural Root Theatre presenting “Bedtime Stories” BY COMMUNIITY VOICE STAFF play. out of chairs on the closing In the first ten years, it pre- This play has been per- night, and so the RRTC was sented 20 shows. Its mission, Rural Root Theatre Company formed by other theatre com- born. right from its first production (RRTC) members are now in panies using five actors to The name Rural Root was in 2005, has been to provide the final rehearsals for their play all 13 roles required. But suggested by Helen Weeden a local theatrical home for all spring play “Bedtime Stories “ in order to give more RRTC to reflect the rural setting and the talent that lives or passes written by Norm Foster. members a chance to be on growth of the group, with the through West Carleton. “Bedtime Stories” is a zany stage the RRTC version will Peter Veale as Davey, Ian Glen the Northwinds Wireless Fibe name reflecting the familiar comedy that brings together have a larger cast. as Tommy Quick, Holly Veale Centre (former Constance and rural postal service, namely a OBITUARY six funny and touching tales The cast includes Ivo Mokros as Melody Ballantyne, Tanja Buckham’s Bay Community rural route. presented as loosely related as Eddie “Nighthawk” Nichols, Puchala as Sandy, Ric O’Dell Centre) in Constance Bay. A logo for the group was de- stand alone vignettes, featur- Bruce Buie as Lou Ballantyne, as Charlie, Angie Sullivan Tickets are available online at signed by Carolyn Eastman, a ing Foster’s signature comedic Charlene Gardner as Betsy as Laura Nichols, Kathleen www.ruralroot.org. secretary at the former Fitzroy debacles. This play is rated PG Ballantyne, Jason Matheson Saunders as Yolanda and Dave Current members of the Centennial Public School in ONLY due to the several mild as Derek Baumgarden, Judi Brennan as Steve. Board of Directors of the Kinburn. David Tait of L-D sexual innuendos laced into Bastable as Susan Upchurch, Each vignette stands alone Rural Root Theatre Company Tool and Die donated $500 in the stories through out the Lee Powell as Nick and Jerry, as a comedic take on the lives, (RRTC) which is a registered seed money to get the group loves and challenges faced not-for-profit corporation started. by 15 ordinary people. At the are Ron Gardner as president, The group followed up its PALMER, Celia Elizabeth BOX OFFICE OPEN same time it weaves a con- Ian Glen as treasurer and initial success with a two- May 23, 1933-March 14, 2019 nection about friendship, ro- Amanda Sauve as secretary. act comedy “My Daughter mance and the true meaning Others on the Board include Judith” which was a resound- On March 14, 2019, at The Ottawa Civic Hospital, our dear Celia Elizabeth Palm- of love that links the people Helen Weeden, publicity; ing success. er née Stephenson, age 85, passed on to and the stores in unexpected Charlene Gardner, member- However, the city had other her eternal home, embraced by the love ways. ship; Carolyn Walsh, artistic di- uses for the Kinburn Client of her family. “Bedtime Stories” is being rector; Guy Dalbec, technical; Services Centre that really Celia was born in the Annapolis Valley presented from Tuesday, April Greg Geisler, box office; and did not include a theatre in Kingston, Nova Scotia. She stud- 23 to Saturday, April 27 at 7:30 Ivo Mokros, Peter Veale and company. But things worked ied nursing at the Halifax Children’s p.m. each evening and also on Barb O’Dell, directors-at-large. out, thanks to Ian Glen who Hospital. While training, Celia and her www.ruralroot.org Sunday, April 28 at 2 p.m., all at A RRTC membership costs was then president of the beloved Donald were introduced on a $10 per year. Such a mem- Constance and Buckham’s Bay blind date. They were smitten from the bership also gives the person Community Association. He start, and their marriage would span over 63 years. Their journeys took them membership privileges at the arranged for the RRTC to stage Tell your from Halifax to Ohio and Maryland be- Anglican Parish of Fitzroy Harbour Northwinds Wireless Fibe its productions at what is now Rector: Fr. John Stopa congregation fore settling in Ottawa. Celia was able to Centre. the Northwinds Wireless Fibe fulfi ll her dream of serving others as a MARCH 24TH 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist - St George’s Anglican Church, about The RRTC had its beginnings Centre in Constance Bay. neonatal nurse for more than 21 years. 192 Shirreff Street, Fitzroy Harbour, ON upcoming in 2004 when a group of local This has resulted in quite a A faith-fi lled woman, Celia used her 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist - St. Thomas’s Anglican Church, citizens in West Carleton came partnership, with the theatre hands and her grace to make the world a 3794 Woodkilton Road,(at Kinburn Side Road), Woodlawn, ON services! up with the idea of present- company making many im- better place by adding warmth through ing live theatre in the former provements to the facility so her quilting and knitting, and by nour- ST MARCH 31 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist - St. Thomas’s Anglican Church, West Carleton council cham- that it functions better as a ishing her family with her irresistible 3794 Woodkilton Road,(at Kinburn Side Road), Woodlawn, ON cooking and baking. Blessed with a bers which had become the theatre. This included paint- A pot-luck lunch follows green thumb, Celia used her hands to Kinburn Client Services Centre ing the stage walls and ceiling For information: 613.623.3882 or http://www.anglicanfi tzroyparish.com/ plant and cultivate her gardens. Celia’s under the newly formed city of black, acquiring and installing hands were rarely still and they added Ottawa. fireproof black velvet curtains texture to the fabric of all our lives. Worship and Sunday school: The idea took hold thanks and installing a stage front Celia was the cherished wife of Donald Sunday at 10:30 am to the efforts of a number of skirt. The hall walls were modi- Palmer. Adored mother of Catherine people but some experienced fied to accommodate mount- (Patrick) McNeil and Lauren (Wayne) Rev. Debbie Roi presiding Huchuk. Treasured sister of Eva (John) 3760 Carp Road, Carp advice was still needed to ing of archive displays and 613-839-2155 mount an initial production additional exits and entranc- Conn and sister-in-law of Dale (Joye) www.stpauls-dunrobin.ca and so the group sought advice es to the stage were added. Palmer. Adored nana to Kate (Henry) [email protected] Remiz, Meghan (Kara) McNeil, Mike from the Kanata Theatre. This Numbered chair covers were (Claire) McNeil, Brent Huchuk, Christina A warm welcome is always waiting resulted in the involvement acquired so that reserved seat- Huchuk. Loving great-nana to Anton for YOU on Sunday mornings. of Helen and Martin Weeden ing could be implemented. Remiz, Monica Remiz, Sylvia (Curtis) and several others and within Martin Weeden designed and Hartshorn, Madeleine Remiz, and great- weeks, the first production, built an intercom and stage great-nana to Naomi Hartshorn. “Council Chamber Capers” manager’s headset system. A visitation for Celia will be held at was held in the former coun- Roy Ballantine made a tech Kanata Baptist Church, 465 Hazeldean cil chambers in the spring of table and makeup mirrors Road, Kanata, on Wednesday, March 20 2005. Lights and draperies while Ian Glen and others in- at 12 pm, followed by her funeral at 2:00 were borrowed or rented. The stalled stage lighting. pm. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to Kanata Baptist Church. production was a number of The RRTC has built up a solid Church Directory Dear Celia, Mom, Nana… we are all one act plays which received a reputation for good quality better for having had you in our lives, CALL 613-458-6423 613 458 6423 x101 101 TO BOOK YOURS NOWNOW!! good response, even running amateur theatre productions. and you will be forever in our hearts. News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 15 Trivia night at Diefenbunker will be followed by Easter bunny

BY JOHN CURRY at the Diefenbunker in will be held. be hopping by. He will underground bunker, an Canada. Carp on Saturday, March Easter will be celebrated have lots of eggs to hide obstacle course and much The construction of this Cold War and 30 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Diefenbunker on in the 100,000 square foot more. four storey 75 foot under- Diefenbunker themed triv- That’s when a trivia night Saturday, April 20, with the bunker. The Diefenbunker was ground bunker on the for- ia will be front and centre held at the Diefenbunker Easter bunny expected to Jumping ahead, the a bunker commissioned mer Montgomery farm in Diefenbunker will be tak- by Prime Minister John Carp was a top secret op- ing part in Doors Open Diefenbaker in 1959 to eration. The entire con- Ottawa on Saturday, June serve as a safe refuge struction took less than 18 1 and Sunday, June 2. This for the key members of months. Plant sale, garden tour is a free event in which Canada’s government and Involving 100,000 square members of the public can military in the event of nu- feet over four levels, it is tour the Diefenbunker and clear war, a real possibility made of 32,000 cubic yards marvel at its construction at that time due to the ten- of hand-poured concrete in Garden Club’s plans and architectural features. sions of the Cold War. and 5,000 tons of steel. It The Diefenbunker will be The bunker would allow was built to withstand a BY JOHN CURRY gardens of Garden Club members but marking Canada Day on the government to operate five megaton nuclear blast can involve gardens of non-members July 1 with family friend- safely underground for up from 1.8 kilometers away. A plant sale and a garden tour are both as well. ly activities, a Canada- to 30 days. It was the larg- in the plans of the West Carleton Garden The Garden Club is trying to have a va- themed scavenger hunt est bunker in a series of Club and Horticultural Society. riety of gardens on the tour including through the four storey such bunkers built across [email protected] The Club’s annual plant sale will take vegetable gardens as well as gardens place on Saturday, May 25 at the Carp with ponds and flower gardens. If in- Farmers’ Market. terested please email president@wcgc. This is not only a major fundraising ca for more information. event for the Club but also it provides The Garden Club is also looking for vol- residents of the area with an opportuni- unteers who would help out on garden ty to acquire plants for the garden which tour day, being stationed at the various come from Garden Club members. This gardens on the tour to answer questions means that the plants are tried and true and help out the garden owner. for the West Carleton climate and will In addition to touring local gardens, perform well in an area garden. the garden tour will feature a tea room This plant sale will be followed by a which will be held at the Huntley garden tour which the Club is planning Community Association’s mess hall on and hosting this year on Saturday, June the Craig Sideroad in Carp. Admission 15. to the tea will be included in the price Four gardens have already been of the garden tour tickets. lined up for the tour and more are being sought. It is not just restricted to [email protected]

Looking back to 50 years ago YOUR From the Carp News Report by Gwen McGee in the HOME, March 13 and 27, 1969 issues of The Stittsville News: On the afternoon of March 5, a crisp winter’s day with lots of sunshine, 56 children of all ages enjoyed a school YOUR holiday by going with their toboggans, sleds and flying saucers for a sliding party on the Weldon Johnston hills. TOWN, Cheers, laughter and screams were heard for almost three hours. The tired children finally returned to the house YOUR where Mrs. Johnston and a couple of neighbours served them homemade buns, doughnuts, cakes and drinks. They then returned to their own homes after a fun day AGENTS. of winter fun…Sixty-eight women attended the World Day of Prayer service at St. Paul’s United Church in Carp on Friday, March 7. The Anglican Parish of Huntley com- bined with St. Michael’s Catholic Church at Corkery for the service. Those leading the service were Mrs. Eber Caldwell, Mrs. Walter Bishop, Mrs. John Shackleton and Mrs. Robert Jefferson. Mrs. Don Boyd, wife of the rector of St. Paul’s, was the special speaker ... At the service at St. James Anglican Church on Sunday, March 23, a sanctu- ary lamp donated in memory of the late J.S. K. Tyrell was dedicated by Archdeacon William Christie…. 16 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News Area Scout troops planning trip of a lifetime BY MARIAM ARDEL-AKHER with their Scouts troops. Tonya Hughes, scout- activities. or public transit tickets Jamborette, Hughes said. An international event er with the First West She said one of the ac- and a map, and must She added they have at- Twenty-eight area youth held every four years, the Carleton and Second tivities is a supervised find their way back to the tended Canadian equiva- and scouters will get the European Jamborette will Arnprior Scouts, said 60-km hiking expedition campgrounds. lents, the last one being in chance of a lifetime this include troops from 53 their time will be con- where youth are dropped This will be the first time Nova Scotia, but nothing summer as they head to countries all staying on sumed by excursions to off “in the middle of no- First West Carleton and as far the Netherlands. the Netherlands to hike, the campgrounds, the museums, scout crafts where”, provided with Second Arnprior will be Hughes said each group camp and see the sights Haarlem Jamborette. and other scouting resources, such as train attending the European member will have to raise $2,500 each to attend. She added in total they have raised about $12,000 so far and hope to raise roughly $500 per person at their upcoming Valley Pub Night fundraiser at the Constance Bay Community Centre on March 23. “For most of our fund- raisers, (the troop mem- bers) get what they put in. So, they have to partici- pate in the fundraiser to benefit from it,” she said. “They’ve had a year and a half to plan for this, so we’ve encouraged them all to do their own odd jobs as well.” On their day off, Hughes said they will be taking the youth to several war mon- uments and museums including Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele Museum, Tyne Cot Cemetery and Menin Gate. They will also be trav- elling to Belgium for an overnight trip. “They’re really excited. Some of them are kind of Submitted nervous because this is Scouts of the First West Carleton and Second Arnprior troops will be visiting a number of war monuments and sites when they are in the Netherlands this something that they’ve summer for the European Jamborette which will be attended by Scouts from 53 countries. never done before, leav- ing mom and dad and also flying across the world,” Hughes said. “At the same time, once you get them talking about what we’re going to do when we’re there, they just roll into an ex- cited gaggle of youth,” she added. As a special add-on to the trip, Hughes said the group will also be stop- ping in Iceland for 24 Submitted hours to either go hik- Scouts have been brushing up on their paddling skills in ing or walk around and preparation for the European Jamborette in the Netherlands see sights, hosted by an this summer. Icelandic scout troop. News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 17

Submitted Scouts and leaders from the First West Carleton and Second Arnprior troops are travelling to the Netherlands this summer to attend the European Jamborette, an international Scouting event which will be attended by Scouts from 53 countries. The Scouts will visit a number of war monuments and sites while in the Netherlands and as a special add-on to the trip will be stopping in Iceland for 24 hours.

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Make a difference and sign up today at relayforlife.ca 18 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News Pending closure of Camp Woolsey upsetting for Guiding movement BY TRACY NOBLE sustainable.” Woolsey’s closure has Ontario Council moni- been upsetting for many Since 1939, Camp tors the number of camp members of Ottawa’s ac- Woolsey, located along bookings each year, tive Guiding community. the Ottawa River at the and recent trends have For Andrea Hogue end of Dunrobin Road, indicated that nearly Reynolds, a past Guider has been a go-to camp- two-thirds of camping and mom of a Spark and ing destination for gen- activities are now tak- Guider, the announce- erations of Girl Guides of ing place at alternative ment was an emotional Canada (GGC) members. camping locations, such one. But as of October 31, as conservation areas. “Woolsey offers girls 2020, Camp Woolsey is The Council is current- the opportunity to have slated to permanently ly piloting a number of a safe space. For my- close. It is one of 16 camps outdoor experiences at self, as a young girl, it scheduled to shut down facilities that offer fully was a space to escape and be put up for sale. facilitated camping ex- the stresses of everyday The Girl Guides’ Ontario periences, which some life and feel confident. I Council has struggled Guiders have been look- knew my way around, I with operating many of ing for. tried new things, and my their camp properties be- “Presenting programs mom knew where I was, cause of the lack of volun- to girls is what we’re how the Girl Guides op- Submitted teers, decreased usage, as all about,” says Birnie. erated, and how well we Swimming together in the Ottawa River at Camp Woolsey is one of the activities that results well as increased mainte- “We’re not property man- were taken care of. As a in lifelong friendships and memories. nance and infrastructure agers. We want to enable parent, I also see this and costs. camping experiences want this for my girls.” important…it’s only Girl the committee contin- to compare it with past As provincial commis- through accessible pro- While Hogue Reynolds Guides. Other camps can ue to fight to save the numbers to see how it is sioner, Susan Birnie, grams that all our mem- understands there are be expensive and out of local landmark and are doing. They will also look says, “many of the camps bers can enjoy. The net other camp options for reach for some girls’ fam- working on a plan for at the volunteer base as we are closing were de- proceeds received from the Girl Guides of Canada ilies. At Woolsey there is ongoing improvement well as ongoing mainte- veloped in the 1980s and the sale of the camps are to use, she doesn’t feel it access to waterfront and and maintenance of the nance issues before any the infrastructure is of committed to the con- is the same. “Woolsey trails. It would be a real camp, increased volun- decision will be made, the age where significant tinued development of doesn’t just provide a loss to the organization teer support, and are Birnie promised. work is required. We don’t outdoor experiences for wonderful outdoor ex- to lose this space.” attempting to increase In the meantime, out- have the funds or the vol- girls.” perience, it belongs Hogue Reynolds and a the number of campers door activities and camp- unteers to make them The news of Camp to the girls, and that’s Woolsey Camp commit- through increased pro- ing continue at Camp tee are fighting to save the gram offerings. Woolsey. One way to as- camp. Their efforts have While Birnie appreci- sist in the #SaveWoolsey included a GoFund Me ates the passion behind efforts is by volunteer- account that raised just wanting to save Camp ing at the Woolsey Camp over $7,000 for new items Woolsey, she wants peo- Work Weekend on April 27 for Camp Woolsey, as well ple to understand that the and 28. as a community meet- closure of several camps There is also a Woolsey ing and a #SaveWoolsey does not mean camping Community Campfire Facebook Page. is of any less importance on May 11, 2019, from 6 Their efforts came after to GGC. to 8 pm, which is an op- a 2017 message from “We are just looking at portunity to meet those Provincial Council stat- doing it differently,” she passionate about saving ing that “it is possible said. Woolsey and see why so that a site may reverse its GGC wants to make it many Guiders in Eastern financial situation due simpler for Guiders, es- Ontario consider this to increased usage and pecially for those who camp their second home. if that is the case, we will may not be familiar with Volunteers do not certainly review the site camping or do not own have to be members to for possible continua- camping equipment, ac- help with clean up or tion, among the new ex- cording to Birnie. maintenance. periences offered.” When asked if there is For more information on An initial plan to save a chance Woolsey could the plight to save Camp the camp submitted to stay open longer, Birnie Woolsey or for volunteer- the Ontario Council last said, “Never say never.” ing information, email Submitted fall was not accepted. The Ontario Council the Camp Committee at Canoeing on the Ottawa River at Camp Woolsey is one of the popular activities at the long Despite the decision, is keeping its eye on 1stWoolseyCC@gmail. time Guilding camp for the Ottawa area. Hogue Reynolds and usage and will continue com. News Community Voice - March 21, 2019 19 Camp Woolsey lives on in Bytown Museum exhibit BY JOHN CURRY with an author friend, These are a kit list showing instrumental in establish- Julie Cote, was hoping to what a Woolsey camper ing this permanent Guide The writing is on the wall produce a book on Camp needed, a Girl Guide whis- camp for the Ottawa for Camp Woolsey. Woolsey’s history. The an- tle and a photo of the camp area. Mary was president Not only is the longtime nouncement changed this gate. The first set is from the of the Ottawa Guiding Girl Guide camp at Crown as she shifted focus, cre- 1930’s while the second is Association at the time. Point in West Carleton ating a Facebook page to from 80 years later, show- In its first couple of years, under threat of closure in share Camp Woolsey’s his- ing that despite the passage before being officially 2020 despite efforts of a tory with its campers and of time, the core experience named, it was commonly group trying to save it but supporters. for the Woolsey camper re- referred to as the Girl Guide also, more literally, its 80- She also reached out to mained the same. Site at Crown Point. It even plus year history is now the Bytown Museum to Photos showing activities had a Crown Point Camp displayed in text, photos, use its Community Gallery and scenes from Camp Song. maps, songs and memo- as the location for a Camp Woolsey are used through- The camp did not function rabilia on the walls of the Woolsey exhibit. Her sug- out the exhibit. Emma from 1943 to 1947 because Community Gallery at the gestion was accepted but herself particularly likes of the war effort, during Bytown Museum in down- she had to wait about a year a photo from the 1950’s which time the camp prop- town Ottawa. until the gallery was avail- which shows a group of erty became rundown and This exhibit was the brain- able. This gave her time campers sitting on the edge in need of repairs. This child of Emma Kemp, a to fine-tune the story she of the camp’s dock, looking prompted a major effort in 2016 history graduate of wanted to tell in the exhibit, out into the Ottawa River the 1950’s which saw over Carleton University who building a timeline around at sunset time. To her, this six buildings constructed, has a 20 year relationship the camp’s different de- photo really captures the electricity and plumbing with Camp Woolsey, begin- cades from its beginnings spirit of Camp Woolsey. added and other upgrades ning as a camper at the age in the 1930’s right through She feels that the whole included. One thousand of four and later working on to 2017. exhibit really tries “to get trees were planted in staff there in the summers. Photos, documents and the feeling of nostalgia” John Curry photo what became known as “It has been such a big part memorabilia are shown that exists among those Grant Vogl, collections and exhibitions manager at the Coronation Grove to mark of my life,” she says about for each decade, hopeful- who have attended Camp Bytown Museum, holds a replica cutout of Rosie the Racoon the 1953 coronation of her Camp Woolsey expe- ly evoking memories for Woolsey over the years. who was adopted as Camp Woolsey’s mascot in the year 2000 Queen Elizabeth. riences, adding that they the viewer. She wanted to Emma found the decade with the name coming from a “Name the Mascot” contest Centennial Lodge was have helped make her the show the development of which included the Second held for Ottawa area Girl Guides. opened in 1967 while a new person that she is today. the camp’s culture through World War years a “little bit Lloyd Lodge was opened in Before it was announced its songs, maps, photos, challenging” to capture number of photos which permanent galleries. 1981, replacing the former in the spring of 2017 badges and memorabilia. due to fewer items avail- convey even more sto- “It was a perfect fit for us,” Lloyd Hall, which had been that Girl Guide camps in Emma tied it all to- able since the camp did not ries and memories. And he says about this Camp built as a dining hall in 1939, Ontario, including Camp gether on the walls of the operate for several years as for Emma herself, she has Woolsey exhibit which but had to be demolished Woolsey, would be closed Community Gallery by Guiders were busy with the found the whole experi- will run in the Community in 1977. and sold off, Emma, as starting and ending the war effort. ence rewarding. She knows Gallery until May 12. The exhibit includes sev- a history student, had exhibit with three identi- The Facebook page has personally how much the Vogl says that the mu- eral maps of the Camp been looking into Camp cal items on display, albeit produced a lot of posi- camp means to the Guiding seum has received a lot of Woolsey site, including the Woolsey’s history and separated by eight decades. tive feedback, including a community of the Ottawa feedback about the exhibit, earliest known taken from area. both in person and on-line. a camper’s newsletter in While a student at There are a lot of stories 1950, a late 1950’s map and Carleton University, she over Camp Woolsey’s 80- a recent rendering of the would sometimes wear year history, all sparking site. Camp Woolsey clothing memories, he says. Camp Woolsey is now slat- and inevitably she would be The exhibit, aptly titled ed to close in the fall of 2020, stopped by other students “Camp Woolsey: Memories to be sold off in 2021. A who had attended or even of Ottawa’s Girl Guide “Save Camp Woolsey” cam- whose mothers had gone Camp” takes the viewer paign exists and if commu- there. decade by decade from the nity support and increased Emma is full of praise for camp’s beginning in 1937 usage happens, the camp the Bytown Museum for when a farm property along may be saved from closure. its cooperation and help the Ottawa River at Crown It also looks like the Camp in presenting the exhibit. Point was purchased Woolsey exhibit will live on And the museum in turn is thanks to Girl Guide fund- after its May 12 ending at happy with the partnership. raising efforts. the Bytown Museum. The Grant Vogl, the collections The camp was official- Pinhey’s Point Historic Site Woolsey Exhibition photo and exhibitions manager, ly dedicated and named at Dunrobin has shown in- This photo from the 1950’s which shows a group of Girl Guides sitting on the end of the dock notes that the Community on July 6, 1939, taking its terest in hosting the exhibit at Camp Woolsey, looking out at canoeists on the Ottawa River is one of the photos in the Gallery exists to tell sto- name from Mary Woolsey this summer. exhibit “Camp Woolsey: Memories of Ottawa’s Girl Guide Camp” which is now on display at ries about the Ottawa area and her husband, Major the Bytown Museum in Ottawa. that are not covered in its E.C. Woolsey, who were [email protected] 20 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice News

John Curry photo The Laurysen Kitchens Ltd. factory is located on the Carp Road just north of highway 417 in West Carleton. The business was founded by John and Adri Laurysen in 1970. Laurysen Kitchens has been evolving for nearly half century BY JOHN CURRY operation five years later. factory building was In 1998, Laurysen’s Castrucci, Guiseppe 150 to 200 cabinets per In 1985 a re-branding ready for occupancy, with turned its focus to kitch- Castrucci, Corey day, operating one shift. Laurysen Kitchens Ltd. saw the firm replace its almost all of their 65 em- ens and vanities and away Laurysen and Michael Over the years, Laurysen is approaching its golden framed construction ployees pre-fire re-join- from doing commercial Laurysen. has won numerous anniversary. methods with higher pro- ing the fold. millwork. In 2016 Laurysen awards at both the na- The family business was duction methods to keep Further advancements And more change con- Kitchens Ltd. took steps tional and local lev- founded 49 years ago in up with market demands and improvements con- tinued. In 2000, a manu- to improve its produc- els. One particularly 1970, with a third genera- and trends. tinued to be made in the facturing system software tion scheduling software prized award is the John tion now involved. The introduction of ensuing years. Laurysen’s was implemented and program improvements, Laurysen Memorial It has not always been computers in 1987 that started to import ther- later continued to be up- allowing the firm to pro- Award, which the firm smooth sailing as many could produce a printout mal doors from Europe graded to become a more vide more realistic and received in the Ottawa will remember a disas- of a kitchen design was in 1989, a new product integrated and robust achievable delivery dates Home Builders Award trous $5 million fire in the next big step forward. which was later pur- system. for customers. competition, named, of 1987. Disaster would strike chased from Canadian In 2008 a water-based The year 2017 brought course, after the compa- A 2013 decision to elim- that year with the dev- suppliers. In 1990, a de- ultra violet spray line major change too with ny’s founder. inate inventory stock astating fire destroy- sign catalogue was pub- for cabinets was imple- the firm opening a sec- Laurysen. was and proceed “kitchen by ing Laurysen’s 40,000 lished to help the firm’s mented, reducing the ond production facility voted “Best Kitchen kitchen” caused delivery square-foot factory on dealer network in Eastern environmental impact in Carleton Place, pro- Manufacturer” in the an- slowdowns and proved Carp Road near highway Ontario. The firm’s first of the factory as it moved ducing countertops and nual Consumers Choice to be a difficult transi- 417. The building was tractor trailer was ac- the company away from other products to free up Awards program for over tion. But alterations were razed, and the equipment quired in 1992 as its solvent based finishes for more production space 20 years in a row. made and difficulties and materials inside lost. dealer network expanded its products. This was bet- at the busy Carp Road The family business has were sorted out. Fifteen staff were working across Ontario. ter for the environment factory. supplied some high pro- John and Adri Laurysen in the factory that fateful Another tragedy struck and for staff health and The continuing and file projects such as pro- founded the custom- morning. in August, 1994 when the process is still in use steady drive to improve viding millwork to the kitchen business in 1970 Loyal customers stuck the company founder as of 2019. the firm’s computer and Ottawa Heart Institute near the present day in- with Laurysen as they re- John Laurysen died at In 2010 Michael software systems con- in 1991, to the Supreme tersection of Hwy 7 and built, starting up again the relatively young age Laurysen, whose grand- tinued in 2018 with the Court of Canada in 1993, Hazeldean Road. It later 10 days later in a trans- of 58. The family carried father founded the com- installation of enhanced the Ottawa Senators’ moved to a new shop on formed 5,000 square on, keeping the owner- pany, joined the business, computer programmed Palladium (now Canadian the Carp Road, beside foot former pig barn on ship under the Laurysen with his brother Corey cutting and routing soft- Tire Place) in 1995 and for what was then known as Richardson Side Road name. Computers con- coming on board in 2011. ware, allowing more yield the kitchen at Rideau Hall the Rump Dump and the east of Carp Road. With tinued to influence its The firm re-branded itself from raw materials. in 2000. The firm supplies Mulligan farm. In 1979, elementary equipment growth and service, with with a new logo in 2012 Today, Laurysen various home builders, Bill Laurysen joined and multiple shifts, or- designers bringing lap- and in 2015 it formed a Kitchens Ltd. has 121 em- including Minto and his parents in the grow- ders were filled. tops on the road to cus- new production man- ployees at its Carp Road Mattamy. ing business. His sis- Within three months, a tomer’s homes, starting agement team including factory, where the shop ter Caroline joined the new 45,000 square foot in 1995. Bill Laurysen, Caroline is capable of turning out [email protected] Community Voice - March 21, 2019 21 COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY ELECTRICIAN HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING HOME IMPROVEMENT Centennial Electric Gilles Renaud Heating Ltd. WOW! 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CALL 613-458-6423 x101 TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! 22 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice Sports Optimism reigns for future for West Carleton Inferno BY JOHN CURRY College’s sports management program who are looking for experience. The West Carleton Inferno’s inaugural Miotia also wants to be more involved season in the National Capital Junior with the community, such as supporting Hockey League has left team president the food bank and offering attractive ar- and general manager John Miotia full of rangements to team sponsors. He defi- optimism for next season. nitely wants to do more marketing next While the Inferno finished out of the season and to host more special nights playoffs in its inaugural Junior C season, like having minor hockey players wear Miotia sees a lot of positives from what their jerseys to a game. happened on the ice this year, not only He admits that among the lessons with regard to team performance but learned this past season was how to also how to manage a team. property control admission to home He says that the Inferno have what he games, admitting that the team suffered describes as a “great core” of players that some losses when fans avoided the gate. will be returning next season and hope- He also says that this past season fully will be joined by some new play- taught him that the team should hold ers that will add to the group. This past more practices at the beginning of the season the Inferno were a young team, season when they were needed and playing against teams with older play- fewer later in the season, especially at ers. Junior C covers ages 16 through 21. the time when players might be writing Miotia says he was both pleased and examinations in school. surprised by some of the talented local He also wants to organize more team players on the team, some of whom he bonding experiences next season, such John Curry photo described as really shining in their play. as a fun day at the Carp outdoor rink. John Miotia, president and general manager of the West Carleton Inferno of the National They will be returning next season. This past season the team occasion- Capital Junior Hockey League, holds a firefighter’s helmet bearing the team logo which is the The team will continue in its scouting ally awarded a Player of the Game award team’s player of the game award. of midget and juvenile players, always which was in the form of a firefighter’s with the goal of having local players in helmet with the Inferno team logo on for years. He originally thought of a team managed a spring hockey program. its lineup where possible. it. It was well received and plans are for in Almonte and even looked at Kanata Miotia is a busy guy, working full time This past season the Inferno had play- the award to be presented at every game or Stittsville as possible locations but he while also running the Inferno as well as ers not only from Carp but from Kanata, next season. opted for Carp, calling it a good location operating a Mega’s Hockey Shop outlet Richmond, Stittsville, Dunrobin, Miotia would also like to have a little with a great arena featuring a fine can- for skate sharpening and hockey prod- Ashton, Kinburn, Almonte, Nepean and earlier ice time for the team’s Saturday teen, good dressing rooms and nearby ucts at the W. Erskine Johnston Arena. He Kars, among other places a little farther night home games, advancing the restaurants. had been operating the business online afield like Kemptville, Sudbury, Luskville start time to 7 p.m. rather than the 8 “Carp has an identity,” he says, adding for a while but this January opened the and London. Miotia believes that Junior p.m. which prevailed this past season. that there’s “a lot of passion about hock- outlet at the arena, seeing it as an op- C hockey provides players with an op- Whether this will be possible remains ey here in West Carleton.” The Inferno portunity to provide a service to the area. portunity to play a fully sanctioned to be seen. He would love to have Friday are affiliated with the West Carleton Miotia is happy with the fan support level of competitive hockey while still night as a game night but that’s the night Minor Hockey Association. which the team received in its first year, being able to pursue education or work for public skating at the W. Erskine He was on the waiting list for a National citing a lot of repeat customers. He is or other life experiences. It can also be Johnston Arena in Carp, so that will not Capital Junior Hockey League team for thankful for all those who supported a stepping stone for younger players, be happening. three years before being able to acquire the team over the past season. helping them develop and go on to play He believes, though, that Inferno Junior the Blackburn Hamlet Inferno and re- The Inferno are hoping to host a golf Junior B. This past season the Inferno C hockey is a great and reasonably locate the team to West Carleton. His tournament this summer and sponsors had several players affiliated with the priced night out for a family. Admission entrance to the league was accepted are currently being sought. Richmond Junior B Royals, with the op- is only $8 per adult, $5 for seniors and unanimously by the other teams. He ac- The West Carleton Inferno played in the portunity to play several games with free for children. Add in a couple of hot quired the Blackburn Hamlet Inferno five-team West Division of the National them. dogs from the canteen at the arena and jerseys as part of the deal which is why Capital Junior Hockey League, compet- But it is more than just the on-ice prod- a family can enjoy a fun night at an en- he kept the name Inferno for the team. ing against the South Grenville Rangers, uct that is making Miotia look forward tertaining hockey game. The team’s head coach and associ- North Dundas Rockets, Metcalfe Jets to next season. He feels that he learned Miotia admits that he could not run the ate general manager is Hamish Fraser and Morrisburg Lions. The five teams some lessons in the Inferno’s inaugural Inferno without the involvement of his who has coached previously with Perth, in the East division are Clarence Castors, season that will result in a better team wife Bev who is the team’s vice-president Richmond and Arnprior in Junior B Vankleek Hill Cougars, St. Isidore Eagles, operation next season. but really is so much more. He calls her hockey. Miotia says that although the Bytown Royals and Gatineau Hull One big lesson was that the Inferno “my rock” who keeps him grounded, Inferno did not have a winning season, Volant. The Junior C league, which has need more volunteers to help with the an “organizational queen” who does a Hamish is an excellent coach. been around since 1968, covers a wide running of the team. Miotia is hopeful myriad of duties and comes up with lots He admits he has always had a passion rural area, making for a lot of travel by that the Inferno can attract high school of ideas for the team. or hockey, being a defenseman when he the teams involved. students looking for volunteer hours Miotia himself had harboured the played and then involved as a trainer or and even volunteers from Algonquin dream of owning a junior hockey team manager but never a coach. He has also [email protected] Sports Community Voice - March 21, 2019 23

John Curry photo Action takes place under ther watchful eye of a referee (right) as Fitzroy Harbour (dark jerseys) and Constance Bay play in a West Carleton Outdoor Hockey League game (ages 10-12) between the two teams at the Community Centre rink at the Carp fairgrounds. Another season for West Carleton Outdoor Hockey League BY JOHN CURRY Harbour, Constance Bay socks are returned. place on Saturday, March and Dunrobin partici- Again for this 2018-2019 9. It’s hockey played the old pate in the OHL, play- season, the OHL wrapped The OHL is organized fashioned way – outdoors. ing home games on local up with a year-end cel- and run by volunteers The West Carleton outdoor rinks while trav- ebration tournament day who serve as coaches or Outdoor Hockey League elling to away games on on the indoor ice at the W. referees. (OHL), which dates back as the rinks in neighbouring Erskine Johnston Arena in many as 50 years, is consid- communities. Carp with the event taking [email protected] ered one of the few outdoor Games are usually played hockey leagues still operat- on Saturday mornings ing in Canada and may be while teams usually prac- unique in all of Ontario. tice once a week in the eve- Running from late nings. Games, though, are December/early January weather dependent since until late February/early they are played on out- March, the OHL offers a door rinks. Mild weather hockey program on out- or snowstorms can disrupt door rinks in the West the scheduled games. Carleton community that Teams play in various is co-ed, recreational, co-ed age groupings in- non-contact and non- cluding 5-7 years old, 8-9 competitive, with players years old, 10-12 years old of all skill levels including and 13-15 years old. About beginners welcome. It’s all 200 players are involved. about having fun playing These players wear full hockey. Thanks to the use equipment including of outdoor rinks, costs and helmet, pads, gloves and hence registration fees are hockey pants. Hockey much less than for orga- jerseys and socks are pro- John Curry photo nized indoor hockey. vided by the teams on pay- John Curry photo Fitzroy Harbour (left) and Constance Bay (right) players Teams from communities ment of a deposit which is The referee gets ready to drop the puck for a faceoff in a battle for the puck along the boards in a West Carleton throughout West Carleton returned at the end of the West Carleton Outdoor Hockey League game between Outdoor Hockey League game. including Carp, Fitzroy season when the jersey and Fitzroy Harbour and Constance Bay teams. 24 March 21, 2019 - Community Voice

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