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-stwft gza 4v, 40- 4-1)Ihr WC, C+6.41) tssamaggi lid 1110 glebeDecember report 5, 1997 Vol. 25 No. 11 Former Glebe Report editor elected to city council gether central Ottawa communities Inez Berg, former editor of the to find common solutions to prob- Glebe Report, was elected council- lems that affect the quality of their lor of Capital Ward in the November She sees herself working almost life. '97 election. Having spent closely with Regional Councillor and 10 years as editor studying Clive Doucet and Mayor Jim Watson she writing about local issues, said as well as with city staff. for office because "it's a she ran Inez is interested in serving on for this ward. It critical time the Community Services & Opera- needed someone who really cared lions committee and the Policy, to come forward." about the ward Priorities & Budgeting committee. by peo- She was encouraged to run She says she faces a big learning in ple from all the neighbourhoods curve as one of two new councillors. the ward and of all political The Glebe Community Centre reno- stripes, "my rainbow coalition." vation, plans for Lansdowne Park, Campaigning door to door she dis- traffic issues and the impact of than covered more commonalties commercial development on resi- differences across the ward. People dential areas are the main chal- were concerned about quality of lenges, she says. life, traffic, noise and the uncer- tainty around the provincial down- Although not sworn in until De- Photo: Dorion Berg cember 1, councillor-elect Berg loading. And, surprisingly, she got Inez Berg and Clive Doucet celebrate election victories. many questions about the teachers' started work immediately, attend- strike. What can communities do to re- lion, representing eight central ing community meetings and city "My challenge will be to serve the spond to the new shape of govern- communities fighting the Bronson hall orientation sessions and needs of the ward as well as I can," ment?" Inez is proud of her role in expansion. As councillor she will meeting city department heads. She office. she said. "So much is shifting. co-founding the City Centre Coali- continue the process of drawing to- inherits Jim Watson's old Welcome Constable Claude! GCC renovation update The Glebe has a new community BY JENNIE ALIMAN cember 11, as will the Glebe Neigh- beat officer. Cst Claude Cayer There has been both good and bad bourhood Activities Group. started his new assignment in news for the renovation committee. Letters to individual councillors November and has already met some The final report, Nov. 13, of the will be sent on behalf of the GC- of the Bank Street merchants. Right business plan sub-committee shows CRWC, GNAG and GCA. If you wish now he is interested in meeting as that a savings to the city of to make a presentation to PP&B many community people as possi- $100,000 can be achieved in year 5 please let J. Aliman know at 237- ble; he will also be required to of operations through programming, 1347. Letters to councillors would staff the District 1 Community rentals, sponsorship and contribu- also be helpful to ensure that the Centre at 290 Bank St. (at Somer- tions from the Glebe Co-op Nursery city follows through with the set). Call him at 566-1996 (pager). School and the Pantry. The busi- existing five-year capital financing Cst Cayer will learn more about ness plan is posted on the GCCRWC strategy. 10 former been reassigned to the Ottawa Mac- the Glebe December when bulletin board in the community City council will deal with this beat officer 'Skate' takes him on a air- Donald-Cartier International centre and comments may be report December 17. tour. Sr. Cst. Gary Schuiteboer has port. received until December 15, and Next Deadline Snowsuit Fund will be attached for review by the Department of Community Services. January 5, 1998 Give the gift of warmth The business plan incorporates all Ottawa's Snowsuit Fund has a McDonald's restaurants are new the elements identified as being waiting list of 300. That's 300 partners to the Snowsuit Fund, important to this community in a INSIDE joining Canadian Tire, the Bank of children, toddlers and infants who renovated centre. Letters 5 are not yet dressed for winter. Montreal and Budget. All will ac- Elizabeth Trimm, administrator cept donations of money; Canadian On a more sombre note, John GCA 6 Tire and Budget also accept snow- Burke, the city chief administrative at the Ottawa Snowsuit Fund, says Capital Column 8 that the recent snowfalls are help- suits. Right now there is a particu- officer, has recommended that the ful by prompting the public to lar need for suits for 8- to 10- funding for the Plant and Glebe Forum 19 projects be pushed back to the year think about cold and needy chil- year-olds and for babies. Community Centre dren. However the postal strike , At Mutchmor School, the School 2004 and beyond. While we interfered with the distribution of Spirit Council is coordinating a understand that the city is in a Courses insert financial tough place, Glebe C.C. their letters appealing for dona- fundraising drive to support the Books 29-31 tions. Snowsuit Fund. Several classes are has been on the renovation list holding raffles, book and bake sales since 1989, and we are now paying Church 32,33 the It takes about three weeks to pro- and white elephant sales. A special for irresponsible spending in cess a family's request. The fund assembly will be held at the school '80s and lack of maintenance of a Quote of the Month asset. office calls them when a suit is on December 18th at which time city heritage In the depth of winter, I finally ready. Of course boots, hats and each class will present the money The GCCRWC will make a presen- learned that within me there lay an mittens are also essential to winter raised to a representative from the tation to the Policy, Priorities & invincible summer. warmth. Snowsuit Fund. Budgeting committee of council De- Albert Camus NEWS Glebe Report December 5, 1997 2 Malak's generous gift Malak Karsh, internationally generosity to the Society as a token renowned photographer, has gener- of his thanks for the help provided ously donated two beautiful photos to those coping with Alzheimer titled "Confederation Hall Christ- Disease in our community. bourN mas Tree" and "Major's Hill Park To show your support, please Ottawa Valley's Environmental Shoppe and Parliament Buildings" to the consider the beautiful new scenes Alzheimer Society's Christmas and our chapter is offering before you holiday cards this year. start shopping for Christmas and Lots of stocking He began donating hand-picked holiday cards this year. Two new photos to the chapter in 1993 after hastinotes will also be available for stuff ers a long time friend who had sale. Alzheimer Disease became very ill. Call 722-1424 to order your Although his friend has since cards today. Visa and Mastercard Unique gift sets passed away, Malak continues his accepted. for under $10 Winter festival of lights BY ELIZABETH MICHAEL For information on tickets please 567 3168 The Good Morning Preschool and contact Julia Hardy at 797-7502 at 800 Bank St. (in the Glebe) the Glebe Cooperative Nursery Good Morning Preschool or Janet School invite the children of all O'Connor at 798-8189 of the Glebe ages to a Win ter Festival of Lights. Cooperative Nursery School. Join writer and celebrator Caroline 13eeswax candles Parry for traditional stories, po- Q 110 ° ety and songs. A bake sale will zour off &Tee-shirts follow and Santa has even promised 800 Bank St. 567 3168 Limit one coupon per customer Offer expires Dec. 31197 a visit after the performance. It is all happening on Saturday, December 13, in the basement hall of the Glebe Community Centre from FOR YOUR ONE STOP SHOPPING IN THE GLEBE 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon. 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We PHARMACY LOCATION Fort Henry for the weekend. This all enjoyed the trip both ways. OPEN: MON-THURS WE ACCEPT: is the second time down to Fort 8:30-6:00 PM VISA FRIDAY 8:30-7:00 PM NMI MASTERCARD After we got back to the mainland SATURDAY 9:00-6:00 PM MOM DEBIT CARDS Henry in the last four years for 4Elh. both groups. We really enjoy going we headed to Smiths Falls for CLOSED SUNDAY TO ALLOW STAFF FAMILY TIME =MIMI & MAJOR DRUG PLANS down to Fort Henry because they lunch, but it was still raining so we run the program for the cubs and went to the Hershey chocolate plant scouts. The only thing we do is where we got what we wanted. We cook the meals for both groups. headed back to Ottawa where we all This year we visited the RMC and went home. we thought that they were going to We all enjoy going to Fort Henry perform outside the college build- and we hope to do it again. 3 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 NEWS Christmas shopping in the Glebe GLEBE REPORT DEADLINES 1998 BY GERALDINE CLASSEN for everyone on your list. Your neighbourhood shops are We look forward to serving you... MONTH DEADLINE PAPER OUT once again filled to the brim with your neighbourhood store owners. January January 5 January 16 everything you need for Christmas, February January 26 February 6 from practical warm woolens, to P.S. This year merchants of the March February 23 March 6 wonderful works of art. Rediscover Glebe Business Group have all got April March 23 April 3 the joy of strolling our special part together to Light up the Glebe with May April 27 May 8 of Bank Street. Meet your friends lights and garlands to enhance the June June 1 June 12 at the restaurants and coffee shops. magic of the season and wish you NO JULY PAPER Avoid the crowds at the mall, and, all a very merry Christmas. The August August 10 August 21 with the friendly assistance of your decorations will brighten Bank September September 8 September 18 local stores, discover unique gifts Street until Winterlude. October September 28 October 9 November October 26 November 6 Join Neighbourhood Watch December November 23 December 4 ADVERTISING RATES Meeting Wednesday, new residents. We urge all the January 7, 1998, Main Hall captains to attend or send a repre- Advertising rates listed below are for camera-ready material supplied Glebe Community Centre at sentative. in hard copy format (ads on disk not accepted). Typesetting and/or 7:15 p.m. This is a reminder especially graphic services are extra. Screen: 85 line. 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Health Centre), Brian Foran, Neil Zachary, Nathan, & Jacob Morison, Forai-i, Marcia, Max & Dylan George, Nadia Moravec, Rosemary Mosco, 5 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 LETTERS Thanks for vote of confidence Frances Bryce In Editor, Glebe Report, fellow taxpayers. memoriam I would like to take this oppor- We will also have to work together Editor, Glebe Report for many years the Wednesday tunity to thank the residents of to deal with downloading from the Frances Bryce always struck me group of women artists and was in- Ottawa for their vote of confidence other levels of government and as as a very generous and publicly strumental in the setting up of the and support that I received during such I ask for your help when we minded person, rich in social re- Ottawa School of Arts. Few may the municipal elections on Novem- begin our 1998 budget. sponsibility, much as was her hus- also know that she was very influ- ber 10, 1997. Please feel free to contact me in band Bob. She wanted to be an ential in getting politicians and As our city's incoming Mayor, I the Mayor's Office at 244-5380 or artist, a desire that was much senior government officials, such as look forward to working with the fax at 244-5379. frustrated in later years by her Doug Fullerton, to improve our many wonderful communities that I look forward to working with blindness. She devoted her efforts community environment. Ottawa make up Ottawa. our new city council and I offer latterly to helping others achieve will sorely miss her. The next three years promise to them my congratulations. My social and artistic goals. She ran John Leaning be both exciting and challenging. thanks to all those who allowed Working together we will help their name to stand for all public Frances usher in a new century in just over offices. Tribute to Bryce from GCA alumni two years time. Along the way we Again, my sincere thanks for this BY RANDAL MARLIN could be found an expert opinion of will begin the process to prepare great honour and opportunity that I Frances Bryce was mourned by one kind or another. for a new model of government one have been given. early members of the Glebe Com- Randal Marlin, remembers that that is more accountable, less Sincerely, munity Association Executive, who she had a "strong emotional concern costly and more responsive to our Jim Watson remember her as a driving force for the interests of children." She and inspiration in the late 1960s did not seek something elaborate, and early 1970s, with her untiring just a place for a kid to kick a ball Hallowe'en party a hit efforts to make the Glebe a more around. Too much space at the time viewing, not playing Editor, Glebe Report, you to know your efforts were ap- livable community. Michael Pine, was only for She was able to My children and I would like to preciated. GCA President in 1970-71 recalls in, Marlin said. thank and congratulate all those her as "an inspiration to us all." impart her strong commitment to re- If you missed it this year, make sponsible for the organization of Gail Graser, then vice-president, others who kept up the pressures sure you go next year. It will be the Hallowe'en party at the com- an remembers her as "a good lateral which finally led, for example, to annual event to look munity Centre. It was obvious that forward to at thinker" who was "extremely prac- opening up of Lansdowne Park for our house! a lot of time and effort was spent. tical." She was also "extremely community recreational use." Her We all had a great time and wanted Karen, Alan & Devin Clark forthright, a quality which en- influence was largely through deared her to us all," Graser said. persuasive talking, and is probably Frances was able to help out by her much greater than is recognized by Z.. Z.. No ' I . 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GCA Glebe Report December 5, 1997 6 Glebe C.C. renovations put on hold a community presentation for the ELECTIONS who voted for the City Council po- PP&B meeting (see City ad in Glebe Congratulations to the winners: sition and 403 more than the Re- Report). This is not the one and Inez Berg, Bob Chiarelli, Clive gional Council position. only chance to respond to this pro- Doucet, Lynn Graham, Cathy HUNT CLUB ROAD AND AIRPORT By posal but it is important to let the Maguire-Urban and Jim Watson. PARKWAY The GCA looks forward to working G.C.A. City know our views. Other com- As of November with all of you over the next three 28 no word has President munity groups and individuals been received regarding our John years. review should also express their concerns request to the Province. Kane at this meeting. If you missed the results here are This could mean more than just a some numbers. NEXT MEETING delay in the renovation project. Capital Ward had a turnout of The next meeting of the GCA what Board will be 27 CITY: "HAVE WE GOT A DEAL There are a number of issues that roughly 35% depending on January at 7:30 FOR YOU" should be raised. Will the building race you use for the calculation. p.m. at the Glebe Community Cen- "We'll give you constant traffic survive? The City has indicated City Councillor Berg received the tre. and noise at Lansdowne Park at the that they will continue to maintain support of 47% of those who voted. I would like to remind everyone level of your worst nightmare and the building and will set aside an With seven candidates and in the that the GCA board meetings are in return you get to pay high taxes additional $143,000 for unforseen context of local elections it is a open to the public. All residents of and watch your community centre repairs. This money is for the en- strong endorsement Yet when you the Glebe are always welcome. If crumble." Well, not exactly but! tire delay period and not per year. look at the level of involvement you have ideas, concerns or prob- LANSDOWNE PARK Structurally the building is ap- Cou ncillor Berg was supported by lems regarding our neighbourhood, REVITALIZATION parently sound. But, as we've all only 15% of those eligible to vote. contact the GCA. Also watch the Mayor Jim Watson, John Burke, witnessed with the barricading of Councillor Doucet received 37% of notice boards in the Glebe Com- the City Chief Administrative the north doors, the building is the votes cast but only the support munity Centre and at the McKeen Officer, and Janet Foo, Commis- rapidly deteriorating. Just how far of 12% of those eligible to vote. Loeb Store for information on the of Community sioner Services, made will $143,000 go. Will the City be Regional Chair results had Bob GCA. a the GCA the presentation to on willing to replace the boiler should Chiarelli receiving 52% and Peter I can be reached at: Lansdowne Park revitalization pro- it go? Will major electrical repairs Clark 42% support from the 8,520 Residence: 235-1782 between 6- in November. As ject indicated in be made? All repair considerations people who voted. Strangely enough 9:30 pm E-mail anytime: last month's article the potential will be made within the context of this is 317 more than the number [email protected] impact on the surrounding just about everything being ripped neighbourhoods could be dramatic. out during renovations. The three proposals being reviewed How long will clients continue to have investment levels ranging from use a building with peeling paint? carleton to $300 $100 million. Will visitors finally feel uncom- preschool Mr. Burke was very clear in stat- fortable with ceiling panels that ing that he meet would any time look like they are going to fall with community groups to discuss down. Will GNAG be able to operate Spaces this He still available! project. also indicated that at near capacity in a dilapidated the three Programs for children proponents would also building. Will the City keep it open 2 1/2 to 5 years of age. like to meet with various commu- if utilization starts to fall and nity groups to discuss their plans. revenues drop? It is always easier to build some- 235-2255 To quote a local celeb "isn't it thing if the neighbours agree. 63 Evelyn Ave., Ottawa, KIS 006 ironic" that the City would come to A GCA committee has been formed' (located in Lady Evely-n School) discuss a potential mega-project on to monitor the progress of this one hand and justify the delay of a project and provide input to the City. We will also work the much anticipated project on the with other. other communities surrounding Lansdowne Park revitaliza- Lansdowne. tion will, without a doubt, have an impact on our community. It might Watch for announcements dealing The Staff be minor. It might even be a wel- with future public meetings on this project. come addition to our community. It at GLEBE COMMUNITY CENTRE could also be like having a Rider RENOVATION game twice a week fifty-two weeks a Precision Styling City staff have started work on year. Yet the community centre, the 1998 capital budget and it is which has been referred to as the would like to wish all our customers not good news. A staff proposal, heart of the community, is once that will be going to the Policy Pri- again seriously in jeopardy. a very Merry Christmas orities and Budgeting (PP&B) Com- Maybe it is time the community and a prosperous New Year. mittee on December 11, calls for a starts some high level bargaining. "constrained capital budget." What With the potential of a revitaliza- does that mean for our community tion project valued as high as $300 Gift Certificates and Christmas Packs available. centre? NO million, maybe there should be RENOVATIONS UNTIL Also 15% discount on hair products. AT LEAST 2004. room for $2 million worth of com- The staff proposal is predicated munity involvement. Cash in lieu of Schwartzkopf, KMS, Paul Mitchell on two assumptions: no increase in support taxes and no new debt. Based on At our November meeting the 99 Fifth (at Bank) (Fifth Avenue Court) these assumptions and public input following motion was tabled for on priorities, capital spending will consideration in January 1998: Second level Free parking be severely limited. The 1998 bud- "That a representative and trans- get has been delayed somewhat be- parent committee be struck to ex- 233-1464 [1471 I cause of the elections with final amine the makeup and incorpora- approval coming in April. tion of a community board of direc- The GCA will be working closely tors for the Glebe Community Cen- 4r144*-41044 with Councillor Berg in developing tre, to report back by April, 1998." GLEBE NEIGHBOURHOOD ACTIVITIES GROUP 7 Glebe 690 Lyon Street South Report December 5, 1997 Ottawa, Ontario S 3Z9 Tel: 564-1058 G NAG NEWS

Snow Flake Special Dec. 6 1 846 Bank BY ALICE HINTHER Registration for these and many Maple Street December is always a busy month other programmes begins on Satur- (near 5ffi Ave) for GNAG volunteers. Members are day December 13 at 10 a.m. to 2 Tree actively meeting to plan the Snow p.m. in the main hall of the Glebe Flake Special. If you are new to the Community Centre and continues Ph. 234-2337 Glebe, or have never attended, make during regular Community Centre Quilts a point of dropping by on December hours until programmes are filled. 6 from 6 - 9 p.m. This is an event GNAG would like to thank Pao Exquisite quilting supplies, classes & gifts for all ages! We have horse-drawn Quang Yeh and Andrew Davidson wagon rides through the neighbour- for the programme photos in the Make 1998 . . hood, music, entertainment, crafts, brochure. your year to .make a quilt! face-painting, hot chocolate, cider VIDEO DANCE and snacks. Admission is free but Teens, don't forget the Much Mu- We have classes beginning in January for: we ask that you bring an identified, sic Video Dance on Friday Decem- ber 12. There will be two dance wrapped gift to place under our Log Cabin Crib Quilt Beginner's Sampler Nine-Patch tree for charity. sessions one from 6 p.m. until Organizing an event such as the 8:30 p.m. for 11- to 14year-olds Snow Flake Special requires com- and a later one from 9:30 p.m. to mitted volunteers and GNAG is al- 12:00 p.m. for 15- to -18-year- ways looking for new members. At olds. Tickets are $5 in advance or the moment we have two board po- $7 at the door. sitions vacant Adult Representa- Congratulations to our custodian Bill White and his wife Connie on lIE tive and Youth Representative. If you would like to help out either on the birth of their daughter an infrequent basis or a more regu- Michaela on October 24. lar basis, please call the GNAG of- Here are some important dates to Also: Hand Quilting, Machine Quilting, Quillow, fice at 233-8713. mark on your December calendar: In this month's Glebe Report you Dec. 6: Snow Flake Special 6-9 Appliqué, 9-Patch, Photo Transfer, and more! will find the GNAG Winter Pro- p.m. Free admission. (Bring gift for gramme Guide for 1998. Once again charity.) GNAG is offering courses for every Dec. 12: Classic Movie Night 7:30 Winter Session Class List available December 15' interest and age group. We have p.m. $1 drop in several new programmes available Dec. 12: Much Music Video Dance this season including Swingtime 6-8:30 for ages 11-14; 9:30 - 12 Open 7 days a week Dance, Ottawa Valley Step Dancing, midnight for ages 15-18 Monday- Thursday 10-6 Friday 10-8 Saturday 10-5 Sunday 12-4 a children's science programme, Dec. 13: GNAG Winter Programme Junior Floor Hockey, Exploring Mo- Registration 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. saics, Learn to Hope you have a very happy holi- Knit and Your Dog's I MIMII I /EWE. II 1 I II I I Health or Your Cat's Health. day season!

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650 LYON STREET SOUTH (Glebe St. James United Church), TEL. 237-3824 BANK ST. AT SECOND AVE. I I I 111.1 I II It I CAPITAL COLUMN Glebe Report December 5, 1997 8 Councillor faces fiscal challenges and Budgeting Committee (PP&B) now be available at community one Season's Greetings, a safe, from the City's Chief Ad- centres, libraries, indoor pools or peaceful holiday and all the very ministrative Officer, John Burke, on Internet http.city.ottawa.on.ca best in the New Year. recommending suspension of an To get on the PP&B speakers list CAN I HELP? capital projects, among other please call Elaine Fleury, 244- Inez Berg, 111 Sussex Drive, Ot- tawa, KIN By strategies, to ensure "no new debt 5300 - 1 - 3623 or Fax 244-5417. 5A1. Telephone: 244- Councillor authority" and "no property tax in- LANSDOWNE PARK 5367. Fax: 244-5373. E-mail crease" in On November 25, CAO John Burke [email protected] Inez Berg 1998. At the Glebe Community Asso- also gave the GCA an overview of the ciation's November 25th meeting, City's criteria and process for se- The Lung Association residents, many of whom have vol- lecting the three proponents for I would like to thank all the vot- Lansdowne Park The Christmas Seals ers who took part in the November unteered countless hours over eight development. years with companies are Canadian Gateway 10 municipal election and all the working City staff to- Development Corporation, Canderel candidates who put their names ward a renovated centre, expressed grave Management and Development Ser- forward: My heartfelt thanks go to their disappointment to Mr. Burke, Janette Foo vices Inc. and P.C.L. Constructors everyone who voted for me, and to and Mayor-elect Jim Watson. Canada Inc. The successful corpo- all those who worked on and sup- Many also stayed to discuss rate candidate may invest from ported my campaign. It is an hon- possible funding strategies million our to have been chosen to serve as to ensure keeping this project on $100 to 300 to complete the track for 1999. work at Lansdowne Park. Agents Please alve Capital Ward's City councillor. 6-enerously 1 will be working with for the three proponents will be Though I did not officially as- City staff, Mayor Watson and our developing proposals shortly. The THE t LUNG ASSOCIATION sume office until December 1, I was community shocked just after the election to for an equitable outcome to this GCA's Lansdowne Park sub- When You Can't Breathe, committee will be studying Nothing Else Matters._ see the November 7 memo to fiscal challenge. these and Councillors Watson and Arnold On December 11, the PP&B reporting back to the community. If interested please from Janette Foo, Commissioner of Committee will hear public sub- call myself or contact GCA Presi- Community Services, proposing to missions on these key budget doc- dent, CHRISTMAS GIFT! delay the Glebe Centre uments: 1) Long Term Capital Needs John Kane at 235-1782. Community SEASON'S GREETINGS for former Glebites renovation and the Plant Bath com- & Financing Strategy, 2) 1999 Bud- I have enjoyed meeting the many Glebe Report yearly plex until 2004 or beyond. get Guidelines & Workplan Priori- community associations and numer- subscription $ 14.98 The proposal followed an October ties, as well as the Core Services ous residents throughout Capital Contact: Business Manager 23 report to the Policy, Priorities Review. These documents should Ward. I would like to wish every- Sheila Pocock, 233-3047

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP: GLEBE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP CAMF4IGN

Thanks to all the volunteers on the 1997/98 Glebe Community Association membership campaign, listed below Your continuing contribution to GCA activities is a tribute to the tremendous community spirit in the Glebe. The campaign has resulted to GLEBE date in over 1,500 households joining the GCA for the coming year (close to 3,000 adult members, and over 1,500 children). And Community the results are not all in! Glebe residents can still join, at the Main Desk of the Glebe Community Centre. Through your membership Association support, you contribute greatly to GCA leverage in our representations on your behalf to local government.

John Kane, GCA President Val Swinton, GCA Vice-President(Membership) Cindy Delage and Martine Bresson, Campaign Co-ordinators

Area 1 (Dow's Lake) Area Representative - Brian Carroll Block Reps - Bob Fong-Jean Cam Robertson Brian Stetham Susan Killarn Dinah Showman Elsie McDorman Catherine Bell Leeza Cohen Brian Carroll Ted McDorman David Dougherty Chuck Widdowson

Area 2A (_Southwest) Area Representatives - Inez Berg and Cindy Delage Block Reps - Faith Schneider Eleanor Bennett Cindy Delage Shelia Selley Eileen Scot/on Anne Rutherford Fran Cherry Noelle Harris Kristin Teitelbaum Pat Hurdle Barbara Nimigan Freda Binns Eva Golder Judy Field Alain Pare PennyStanford Clare Rogers Glynis Doorbar Kim Lambert Roy MacSkimming Martha Bowers Christian Hurlow Mollie Buckland Irma Lange Helène Bernier The/ma Pranschke

Area 2B (Southwest) Area Representative - Terry Mueller Block Reps - Alison Nicole Lynn Chiarelli Yvette Hazzard Ian Sutherland-Brown Eric Meek Steve Gurman Carolyn Andrews 'Judy Walker David Rampton Betty Neelin Joanne Phillips Kerry Hodgins Terry Mueller

Area 3A (Midwest) Area Representative - Rochelle Handelman Block Reps - Barbara Hicks Maxine Miska SharonBeattie AnnalineLubbe Nancy Stewart Janet Still Christine McKeen June Creelman John McLeod

Area 3B (Midwest) Area Representative - Jim English Block Reps - Michèle Le Lay Kim Urschatz Brian Jonah Nancy Jonah Jane Tallim John Olson Fred Bienefeld Muriel Brown Debbie Kuffner Roger Smith Anne Christie-Teeter Mary/au Bienefeld Jamie Worling Odile Waslander Jim English Barbara Helm Madeline Taylor Jodi Diamant

Area 4A (Northwest) Area Representative - George Hiemstra Block Reps - . Bey MacRae Barbara Cummergen Patricia Brown George Hiemstra Lynda Kelly Fiona Mason RudyKoop Terry Keough Marjorie Lynch Maureen Monsebraaten

Area 4B (Northwest) Area Representatives - Philip and Fiona Mason Block Reps - Ann Illing Ann Joyce JudyBernstein Christine Hollander Connie O'Brien Bob Green Elizabeth MacNab Rob Cushman Hilary Parker CathyRobinson John Longair Valerie Clements Joanna Dean Eleanor Stanfield

Area 5A (East) Area Representative - Dianne Holland Block Reps- Marcia George Doris Walsh Dawn McArthur David Fitzpatrick Dianne Holland Shelia Purdy Irene Mathias Ginny Haysom Frank Szadkowski

Area 5B (East) Area Representative - Reija Hilska-Hall Block Reps - Jane Blackmore Christine Fitzpatrick Ken Scott Greg van Koughnett Mike Mankowski Ginny Haysom Gérard Robard Nancy Dolan Josee Van Dromme Barbara Lunney Harriet Smith Mary-Ellen Harper Area 6A (Northeast) Area Representative- Chris Bradshaw Block Reps - Eleanor Taylor Chris Bradshaw Jeannine Bradley Pat& Debbie Logue Chris Tucker Len Bush

Area 6B (Northeast) Area Representatives- Charles Nixon and Anita Biiguzs Block Reps - Keith Campbell Ruth Button Jane Bower Brian Tomlin Charles Nixon Susan Kirby Jennifer Phillips 9 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 NEWS Young faces on Bank Street BY ERICA MCMASTER is a great staff and there's no doubt If you're a Glebe resident or that Second Cup has that. simply visit the area frequently, Obviously, there are con- you may have noticed that there are siderations when taking on a part- a large number of youth employed time job such as the amount you can in our neighbourhood stores, busi- work while still maintaining good nesses and restaurants. Many of grades at school. Andrea works a these employees are students at- maximum of 10 hours per week and tending local high schools or uni- manages well, but any more hours versities. I recently talked to An- would be too much. drea Findlay about her job in the Some advice: " When looking for a Glebe. part-time job, look for something Andrea is a third-year finance that allows flexible hours, is student at Carleton University. customer oriented and allows you to Some of you might know her as the meet people." For Andrea, her job smiley young manager at Second in the Glebe is a method of stress Cup. After a year and a bit of relief and provides extra income to working there, she said that one of help pay for ever-increasing school Bounce your way through Christmas! the greatest things about working fees. It has also reinforced her in the Glebe is its great community desire to go into management after atmosphere. After working all completing her degree. HUSH PUPPIES® summer at 7:00 each morning, she In coming issues look for more says she really got to know the interviews with youth by Erica, a regulars and it's always nice seeing Glebe C. I. student who is learning 860 Bank Street familiar faces around the Glebe. about community journalism at the Ottawa Another key to enjoying your work Glebe Report. CASUAL FOOTWEAR Just South of 5th Ave. ksorweer 'of LADIES M. CHILDIEN 231-6331 ** DRESS CASUALS WEEKEND CASUALS ACCES3011113 RENOVATION A Christmas Gift for the Woman who deserves everything... SPECIALIST Ucenced Master Carpenter

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This program ily life. is for youth, from the ages of 17- Host families can potentially play 21, who come from all over Canada an important role by helping the office party. to work full time as volunteers in volunteers to integrate and become community organizations and live more acclimatized to their new en- as a group. My groups spend three vironment. Host families are in a it's that time of year again. The snow starts to fall, Santas are in every mall and months in Ottawa, three in Baie St. to position provide participants you have to start planning the Holiday office party. Flipper's would love to help PaulAuébec and three months in with an informal setting conducive you organize this season's festivities. We offer special set menus for 5 to 20 Vernon, B.C. Over the nine months to second language learning and the guests, including non-seafood meals on request. Found in the heart of the of the program I receive three broadening of their horizons and Glebe, Flipper's central location is easily accessible right down to the free groups to the Ottawa house. know-how. underground parking. Now doesn't that make the Holiday season a little more This winter they will be working Billeted participants are ex- merry? at the Boys and Girls Club of pected to participate fully in every Happy Holf2ays and a Healthy New Year frein Flipper:). Ottawa, St. Vincent de Paul Thrift aspect of their host family life. 819 Bank St. (at 4th ave.) Tel: 232 2703 (free parking underground) stores, St. Anthony's school, OPIRG They may accompany you at your =gm MEW EASWA kW= WWI ISM MON IMMIN MBE altEIN IMINII Carleton, the Log Farm Foundation work location, volunteer their ser- and the Museum of Aviation. vices at one of your favourite char- Give us a try he -ore the party. The billeting component of the ity organizations, or continue 1 Brimt in this coupon and a friend for Katimavik experience affords you for working their Katimavik spon- a 2 for 1 lunch of our famous an opportunity to contribute soring agency. Fish & significantly to attaining the goals - During our second rotation Chips. of the program, which include: billeting will be starting at the end Oiler expire3 Acemler 1514 partaking in the social and cultural of December, (Dec. 28 to Jan. 11). L . MAN =En MEN MOM MAINg MUM MOM WM MON life of the host community, getting If you wish to obtain more infor- to know its people and community mation about our program or about and also improving their second billeting a participant please call language. our Katimavik House at 237-5001. Adopt-a-cat The tiny bundle of fur and bones was barely alive when he staggered in from the cold. It's incredible what a little food, love and warmth will do for a cat. "Boots" is now a beautiful one- year-old dark brown tabby who loves to play ball. He's kind of shy 1292 Wellington at first, but the sound of a can- 722-6414 fax 722-6703 opener will bring him running! If you can adopt Boots, who is neutered, vaccinated and an indoor- only male, please call 729-9645. 5.4 ,,, Singles benefit dance (formerly Glebe Pet Service) to assist Food Bank - . The Food Bank will be the big collected that evening, will go to 233_8326 winner from a benefit Christmas the Food Bank. All attending are Over 10 years of dance being sponsored by the Ot- asked to bring a bag of non-perish- service in the Glebe tawa Singles Network. able food. The evening begins with - The Network, an informal alliance a reception at 8 p.m., dancing from Our location: of many of the region's non-profit 9 p.m. and a light buffet at 10 p.m. -,,,, 591 A Bank Street singles groups, has booked its , t, (just south of the Queenswoy) Christmas benefit dance for Satur- Tickets are $12 in advance, or , day December 13 at the Rideau $15 at the door and may be ob- Our hours: Weekdays 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Curling Club at 715 Cooper Street. tained at Nate's Deli at 316 Rideau Saturday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All profits from the event, as well Street or by calling 746-9734, 723- as a large contribution of food 5403, 825-4738 or 747-6576. We core for dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, and small birds & other pets Visit our website @ www.cyberus.ca/glebepetvet 1 3 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 NEWS OBE trustee report changes will depend upon the new provincial funding model and the level of funding for education across Ontario. The provincial gov- ernment has not yet released this By information. OBE BILL 160 THE EDUCATION Trustee QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ACT Lynn On November 17, the Ottawa Graham Board of Education passed a motion urging the provincial government to 1) divide Bill 160, 2) pass now only It is an honour to be able to serve those provisions essential for the as trustee for another three-year establishment of the new district term and I look forward to the boards and 3) allow time to consult challenges ahead in public educa- more widely on other key aspects of tion. Please let me know if there are the Bill. This legislation will fun- issues you would like me to address damentally change public education in my column so that I make the in Ontario. I support the principle best possible use of this space, so of equity of funding across Ontario, generously provided by the Glebe and other features of the Bill such Report. as student representation on the THE OTTAWA BOARD new district boards and the man- OF EDUCATION dating of school councils. However, As of December 31, 1997 the Ot- I am alarmed by the method of tawa Board of Education will cease funding of education and I oppose CUltit to Pxist, closing the final chapter of both the loss of local control of ed- Simple Be a fine 27-year history. On January ucation and the use of regulatory 1, 1998 our 32,386 students, 3,280 powers by cabinet. On balance, I employees and 67 schools will be- cannot support the Bill or its come part of the amalgamated Ot- amended version. tawa-Carleton District School HOPEWELL AVENUE SCHOOL Board. Over the years the OBE has Thanks to Principal Margaret provided quality public education Dempsey and the committee headed in Ottawa, Vanier and Rockcliffe by Nancy Bickford for making the, 790 BANK STREET AT THIRD Park, and has proven to be a leader official re-opening ceremony on PHONE (613) 234-4136 FAX (613) 232-9764 in many fields, including special November 20 so memorable. Stu- education. A celebration of the OBE dents participated fully as mem- is being held at the Adult High bers of the stage band, as members School on December 5. of the primary and junior choirs PATRICK O'ROURKE THE OTTAWA-CARLETON and as speakers. Student Council DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD LAWYER AVOCAT Presidents Lily Coodin (1997- As Trustee-elect for Zone 9 of the 1998) and Kate Puxley (1996- new Ottawa-Carleton District 1997) officially unveiled the Family Law, Real Estate School I will (as of January Board, plaque. 1) be representing public school A NOTE OF APPRECIATION Wills and Estates electors in two City of Ottawa Thanks to Brian McGarry and Jim Initial Consultation Free Wards, Capital and Bruyere-Strath- Watson, my two Capital Ward col- cona. It will be a great challenge to leagues, for their friendship and keep up with the phone calls and e- SUITE 700 TEL: 233-4420 guidance over the last three years. I 200 ELGIN ST. FAX: 237-9450 mails and speak out on behalf of now look forward to working closely OTTAWA K2P 1L5 E-MAIL: porourke@ istarca "downtown" students in a board with Inez Berg and Clive Doucet, for with large suburban and rural the benefit of all residents of Capi- components. How can we ensure that tal Ward. public elementary schools like Vis- My best wishes to everyone over count Alexander (Sandy Hill) and the holiday season and in 1998. MOMENTUM ATHLETICS York (Lower Town) remain open for Lynn Graham, 330 Gilmour Street, The Finest Fitness Club in Glebe & Ottawa South children in those communities? Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 0P9. Tel: 730- Will OBE programs such as Junior 3366. Fax: 730-3589. CUIEAT GIFT Kindergarten and Middle French Internet address: Immersion continue? At the sec- [email protected] IDEAS ondary level, will "congregated" classes continue? If so, will former AEROBICS Carleton Board of Education stu- STRENGTH TRAINING dents have access to the gifted pro- JOIN HANDS IN A CARDIO EQUIPMENT TRAINING grams at Glebe and Lisgar or the PERSONAL GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP. MASSAGE THERAPY Learning Disabilities programs at CHILD CARE Brookfield and Laurentian? Will GIVE TO USC PROGRAMS IN AND ASIA. former OBE students have access to AFRICA Baccalaureate (Offer expires Dec. 31/97) the International Please make your pledge to USC program currently offered at the 858 Bank Street by calling:1-800-5656-USC CBE? Programs will not be altered Lower Level between 56 Sparks Street January and June, but Ottawa KIP 581 there are bound to be changes as of (613)234-68271FAX(613) 234-6842 September, 1998. The extent of the http://www.usc-canada.org 237-4747 NEWSGlebe Report December 5, 1997 1 4 Legal Clinic achievements BY GARY STEIN highlight: a team of local folks, SOUTH OTTAWA LEGAL CLINIC including our community worker, 1997 has been a difficult year for has secured initial funding for a Tons of Stocking Staffers our clients. It's been difficult for community health centre in the un- us, too, in part because many of the deserved South Ottawa/South laws we work with are being com- Gloucester area. In these times of Teas, Teapots & Cozies pletely revvritten. Future columns major cutbacks, that is a major vic- will deal with how we can all adjust tory. Sue Skinner also produced Fine Coffees, Gift Baskets to those changes. However, in this what must be a Canadian first: a year-end article, I want to spread Community Legal Cookbook! It some of the good news that we contains recipes contributed by helped to create this year. South Ottawa residents. It is also WORKERS' COMPENSATION chock full of legal tips and infor- the Tea Party It's always difficult for workers mation designed to answer com- injured on the job to obtain fair monly asked questions. A deli- compensation for their injuries. cious way to feed your family and 103 Fourth Avenue 238-5031 Fortunately, in 1997, two of our impress them with your knowledge clients received very large awards. of the law. Most of the money was compensa- KEEPING LEGAL CLINICS tion for the many years of under- "IN BUSINESS" payments which these disabled Earlier this year, the government The People's Hearings workers endured. Lesson learned: commissioned an independent panel playing by the rules might take to report on the future of legal aid. BY OLLY WODIN sessions and needs more help. CENTRETOVVN ages but we will wait it out and Our staff played a significant role COMMUNITY There is a four-month waiting list . keep fighting where we think our in ensuring the panel understood HEALTH CENTRE .. My brother is not well, who will Since clients will win. what clinics do and recognized the the provincial government stay with them if I have to go on cutbacks LANDLORD/TENANT value in our work. Happily, our to social assistance and Workfare?" A worker told us, "no The "duty counsel" system, in efforts were well received. other social programs and services time to listen." tenants The in which receive free legal panel's report strongly recommends the fall of 1995, the lives of advice from clinic staff at the many people Single Parents "No support for that community legal clinics be a have become more dif- ficult, in bus passes, people are buying the courthouse, continues to be a great cornerstone of any future legal aid particular the lives of local resource. The those who cheapest food, less nutritious food, Ministry of system in Ontario. That's a good struggle with poverty. Housing has told us that duty coun- With the downloading of respon- less clothing for kids. Stress is start. Now we are working to en- wearing sel helps resolve over 90% of all sibility for some provincial social the family down. Our sure that the government does what community has cases. We understand it is being services, the Region has become a become withdrawn, its own experts have recommended! we considered a model for possible use key focus for people trying to cope cannot share with others when TEN all are across Ontario. YEARS OF CLINIC WORK with changes in Social Assistance. in need." Another mother The "I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT clinic celebrated its tenth As a response to these changes, a shared, live in a housing co-op Sue Skinner, our community anniversary in 1997. We held an coalition of community partners and I'm also a university student. I worker, helped organize People's exceptionally well-attended annual came together to create The People's rely on assistance. When riding on the bus Hearings in which several low-in- general meeting during the summer. Hearings. In Ottawa, some of these from school-I overheard two come residents of South Ottawa We hope many more community partners include the Coalition of men in front of me asking, 'Should the testifled before a panel of com- residents will support our work by Community Health and Resource government fund the poor?' One munity-minded professionals and becoming clinic members -- or even Centres, the Social Planning said that the money should not be politicians. They explained what running for the clinic's board of Council and Faith Partners. The given to single mothers. 'What about life offers for families trying to directors! Chris, Dawn, Chantal, hearings have taken place in com- children?' the other asked. Sue I The first man cope and raise children with little and thank you all for your munity locations across the Region. responded with no money. caring for I The hearings were gripping support and we extend our very The goal of these hearings was: To children. believe this and best man was very well organized. They wishes for a happy, peaceful provide a safe and festive place for making the same mistakes continue in January. Another holiday season. people struggling with poverty to as the Ontario government. He was speak out about struggles and suc- judging a person without address- cesses; To document these experi- ing their individual circumstances., ences fully, accurately and Not analyzing the problem. THORNE respectfully; To lobby our new Changes to OSAP have made me &CO. Regional Council about the ineligible for social assistance if I problems faced by those struggling go to school. I decided not to go a garden and gift store with poverty in our Region. back to school and now I have to pay back my loans." Seventy people from the downtown core met at First United Church in The gentle, respectful silence of October to share stories and to hear the afternoon was only interrupted The staff of and support others. What did we by the warmth of the music of Paul hear about? Rooming houses Weber and the creative stretching Thorne d Co. "filling up rooms to the max, lack and movement break led by Mered- (and especially the new of screening of clients, waiting for ith Blaney. repairs." Seniors "cannot get to In January the summary of the guy, Ben) wish you a services because of lack of trans- stories from all five local hearings portation. .. Drug costs are too will be presented to the new Re- happy and peaceful high. I am worried that seniors are gional Council. Everyone is wel- holiday season. seen to cost society too much. We come to hear our experiences. If worked when we were younger and you would like to attend, or if you now we are not looked after. We're would like more information about just getting by." Lack of coun- The People's Hearings, please con- selling services was another con- tact: André Fontaine, Community 802 Bank Street 232-6565 cern "I have a mother who is a Developer, Centretown Community senior citizen, she had 12 therapy Health Centre, 563-4771. 15 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 NEWS Glebe Questions Boyce and the beavers walker had followed the beaver for several blocks down the canal into the inlet, and I picked up the vigil from him, watching a large beaver make its way up onto the western end of the little island, make a few feeble attempts to nibble some By leaves, and then take off deeper Clyde into the inlet." Sanger Worried it might be trapped in the canal, he phoned the NCC con- servation people who said they I promised I would tell something would pick it up. But they didn't of the person who must have lived because two weeks later he saw a the longest in the Glebe and in the beaver swim up to the island in the same house: Florence Crooks at 124 creek. "It seemed about to go up on First Avenue. She was 90 in April, land again, but was stopped from and her parents brought her to this doing so when a second beaver house when she was eight days old. lunged aggressively out of the water We specialize in Beat that, anyone? in defence of its territory. One or She invited me to her house, other of them swam slowly around which she said was built in 1897, the island before taking off." 10% estheti products the fifth on that block. She was A nearby onlooker told Boyce she off having some plumbing done but, was pleased to see a second beaver besides that and some rewiring and arriving, as the first needed a mate. s copper piping, the house had "I think she had it wrong. Beavers Free eyebrow aping wi needed little change in 100 years. are extremely territorial, and it It has high ceilings and is pleas- seemed clear to me these two were antly warm. not about to settle down to domestic lnd gift certificates Her grandfather had brought the bliss. Anyway, it was the only time family over from County Antrim in I saw more than one beaver." The Northern Ireland, and her father sightings he made later were of a William had been a foreman on the beaver smaller than the original railway, which then ran along one. 782 Bank Street 563-1700 where the Queensway now is ("not On October 31 (two weeks after far to walk"). Florence and her the water was lowered) he watched sister Bessie, who died recently, the beaver walk over the greasy never married nor did her brother rocks from the canal into a pool left and "in our day you stayed at at the creek's western end. "A home." She went to First Avenue shallow water body loaded with al- School and Glebe Collegiate, worked gae and weeds didn't seem ideal in National Defence "on the air beaver habitat. The animal swam side" until retiring in the 1960s. around disconsolately in circles a She still reads well without glasses, few times, and finally climbed into and drove a car until two years ago. a huge storm-sewer on the south Neighbours do her shopping and side of the pool and disappeared." walk her dog Mackie. Now, if she mal isn't a staunchly loyal Glebite, find The conservation officer, when me one! phoned again, was surprised the beaver was still there. "He left me Jim Watson, need I add, was quick to send her greetings on her 90th in no doubt that to catch a beaver birthday. Which reminds me to say was no easy task, and one he would rather not undertake. I don't that every candidate I voted for in the five levels of municipal elec- blame him. Whether I was right to tions on November 10 was success- be concerned about the animal's Boyce "I no ful. We hit the jackpot, and it will welfare," adds, have never happen again! idea. I have reason to distrust my own ignorance (someone had put *** ** * * ** * * * him right about some carp mating Something else unprecedented, near Fifth Avenue). For all I know, Kamals Restaurant surely, is what Boyce the beaver had a great summer in Richardson has re-opened at its has seen on his early morning the canal weeds. I hope they did, walks along the canal: "The persis- anyhow, although I saw no sign that original location at tent presence of beavers in Patter- they chopped down any trees, or ate & son Creek on eight occasions be- a lot of succulent leaves." Bank Third. tween June and early November If you walked, Boyce, around the (two weeks after the water had been arboretum or along the Rideau lowered)." River's south shore between Bron- The Same Superb Lebanese Cuisine Boyce, who lives on Second Av- son and Bank, you would see evi- enue, has previously graced this dence of beaver teeth. With a All New Interior Design column with tales about ducks, Chilean flamingo and a rampaging squirrels and spider webs. Writing fisher up the Ottawa River, and of this larger encounter, he says: beavers on our doorstep, who needs 234-5223 "The first time, another canal to go on wildlife safaris? ARTS Glebe Report December 5, 1997 1 6 Glebe Singers concert December 13 Church, 217 First Ave. (near Bank). How to buy Featured this year is Benjamin Britten's richly textured cantata St. Nicholas, a moving tribute to the GLEBE "simple man within the saint." a Guitar. They will also perform 0 Bone Jesu by Marc Antonio Ingegneri as well 1 Head down to Old Ottawa South as traditional favourites. The Glebe Singers are working as Please come and join your friends 2, Find the new Folklore Centre at hard as Santa's elves to put the and neighbours for a well-deserved finishing touches on their Christ- interlude of Christmas music. 1111 Bank St. (Just south of Sunnyside) mas Concert. It will be presented There will be a freewill offering 3.Take your pick of electric or on Saturday, December 13 at 8:00 and refreshments will be served s149.95 p.m. at St. Matthew's Anglican after the concert. acoustic guitars starting from3-8C_ at James Dec. 8 At the Folklore Centre, we choose only the Choral celebration Glebe-St. best guitars from the world's finest Please join us for Wassail, a The concert is Monday., December builders. Each instrument must pass our choral celebration of the Christmas 8th at 8 pm. at Glebe -St.James technician's inspection and be individually season. United Church, First Avenue and set-up in our Repair Shop to become a Glebe -St. James United Church Lyon Street, in the Glebe. Tickets 'Folklore Centre Guitar'. Choir and Musica Viva Singers, un- cost $10 for adults, $5 for stu- Electric or Acoustic -Beginner to Pro der the direction of Brian Cameron, dents. a Centre Guitar. will present an evening of music. This year, make it Folklore The program features Christmas You can buy them in the Glebe at Drop in and enter a FREE DRAW for a Washburn Guitar. Oratorio by Camille Saint-Saens, Glebe St.-James Church office, at Check our special prices on guitars, recordings and more with strings, organ and harp, as Compact Music, and at Wringers well as Christmas Concerto by Restaurant, or in the Market at Ottawa Folklo Corelli. Place Musik. Centre 1111 Bank S Singalong on December 16 730-2887 BY ELEANOR THOMAS The students, teachers and staff of Mutchmor School invite the com- munity to join us in a Holiday Sing- along at Fifth Avenue Court on Tuesday, December 16th, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Refreshments will be 4vailable at the school after the singalong. All are welcome. casons Majinx shares stage with audience "Improbable, unlikely, but never and Sunday, December 6 and 7. reetings! impossible!"- these words per- Shows are at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 fectly describe the December Chil- p.m. daily with an additional show dren's Festival show, Magic Under on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. TickeL; are the Mistletoe, The show will be $7 and include admission to the presented by magicians Majinx at Museum. This show is suitable for Affordable, the Canadian Museum of Nature the entire family. For tickets and . (McLeod and Metcalfe) on Saturday information please call 728-5863. personalized, quality hair care

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A rule we tend to use, are seeking relief and maintain optimal health coughing, sneezing, lack of energy is that decongestants generally are of pain and increased and wellness through our and loss of appetite. The common of little, if any, use in children Youcomfort. You not only chiropractic, massage and cold is not harmful in itself, under the age of two years and have want to feel better, you want nutritional services. however complications can occur if potential side effects. to feel great. That is our goal Whatever your the symptoms of the respiratory If your child has a sore throat for you. needs, call today infection are not managed properly. you may give him (her) warm milk, As a chiropractor, my for a consultation. Colds may result in ear and lung tea or water every hour. Popsicles specialty addresses If we can help, infection, which require the work well also. During periods of your pain and we'll get started intervention of a physician. sickness children usually do not symptoms, gently and immediately. Treatment of the common cold have an appetite. Frequent small effectively without If yours is not a aims at symptomatic relief. The meals with plenty of clear liquids drugs or surgery. chiropractic case, we most important thing is to bring the are quite appropriate. In fact, many will be glad to direct Dr. Ken D. Brough fever down to the level of 37- Is it a cold or something more people turn to Glebe you to the appropriate Clinic Director 37.5°C. Take the child's serious? Take your child to a Chiropractic to reach, healthcare professional. temperature with a thermometer physician if your child I. every three hours. If you notice complains about ear pain, 2. has a that the temperature is rising persistent (more 24 hours) fever 39°C (102°F) and higher, 3. shows higher than 38.5°C, remove clothing Fifth Avenue Court 99F and blankets to let your child excessive fussiness, 4. has "cool off' (room temperature should persistent vomiting, 5. has rapid not be lower than 18°C). The child or difficult breathing, 6. has should be offered a lot of liquids persistent coughing, or 7. refuses and fever medicine, such as Tylenol to drink fluids. Don't forget to be patient and THE GLEBE APOTHECARy (acetaminophen), or the new Advil MEDICINAL CHEMISTS PHARMACEUTICALS-AND HEALTH (ibuprofen) for children, as sensible. It takes about two to four A Health Outcomes Pharmacy Dedicated to Meeting Patient's Needs directed. You may also use a damp days to see any real improvement in your child's condition. Ask your 778 Bank Street (Between Second & Third) towel or a sponge to gently rub your Tel: 234-8587 child's skin. 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SNOWHAWKS SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL 730-0701 41%U.,,,,t444%- NEWS Glebe Report December 5, 1997 1 8 Winter cycling: You can do it BY CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, an old sock may be used as a OTTAWA CYCLING ADVISORY seat cover to help keep you warm GROUP the best tire is a subject of de- For many commuter cyclists, the - bate - some riders prefer narrow onset of cold, snowy weather sig- tires, others prefer wide ones; nals the end of the cycling season studded tires are available com- 754 911(1Street when bicycles are reluctantly put mercially and provide better trac- LOEB e away until next spring. But, by - tion; the best way to improve trac- wearing proper clothing and adjust- tion, however, is to reduce tire air ing your bicycle and cycling tech- pressure to the low end of the rec- niques to suit the weather, it is ommended range possible to safely and comfortably tegular maintenance is a must: Come in extend the cycling season. You can for bicycles with hand brakes and keep warm and continue to enjoy gears, the inner cables must be riding to work or school on all but greased; the chain must also be the coldest and iciest days of win- oiled regularly; a drop of oil at the see our ter. Here are some practical tips end of each spoke will help slow from seasoned winter cyclists. down corrosion; use a bristle brush CLOTHING to clear away snow and slush from layering is the key to keeping the real derailleur and freewheel. effrit warm layers can be taken off as CYCLING TECHNIQUES you warm up when riding; the out- - you need to ride more slowly side layer should be windproof and carefully in winter than sum- for legs, winter tights are a good mer, travelling time usually in- ackaged idea with polypropylene underwear creases by 30% in "good" winter worn underneath to transfer mois- weather. ture away from the body; gaiters (as ride steadily and cautiously k foods used for cross-country-skiing) will and be aware of the drivers around protect the bottoms of your pants you (they may not be expecting to keep your head warm by replac- see cyclists); be ready to dismount ing the foam pads in your helmet and push your bicycle across a and prices with thinner ones to allow room for dangerous intersection or a portion a headband or thin toque; wear a of road with too much snow face mask and ski goggles in very roadways are narrower in the cold weather winter because snow accumulates mitts or warm ski gloves are a along the edge so you may need to When are we open? must; two or three layers are best ride closer to the middle of your Sun 9am-8pm / Mon to Thurs 8am-10pm with an outer windproof layer and a lane so that cars won't be tempted thin inner layer to protect your to pass you; do not ride on side- Fri 8am-10pM / Sat 7am-9pm hands while you lock your bicycle walks wear warm, water-resistant adjust your route according to boots or shoes; waterproof foot cov- the weather- main roads are usu- ers will also help keep your feet ally well-plowed but slushy; local dry and reduce windchill; wool streets tend to be snow-covered socks are better than cotton as they test your brakes often to ensure retain heat even when weL that they have not iced up Member by invitation: THE BICYCLE slow down when approaching CANADIAN-INDEPENDENT group of funeral homes. choose an inexpensive bicycle intersections in case there is little as salt and sand are very hard on a traction; always test surfaces for KELLY FUNERAL HOMES bicycle and it may only last a cou- traction by using your back brake ple of winters; a one-speed bicycle first ,Lrne - Owner with coaster brakes or a used ride slowly around curves; try multi-speed bicycle are inexpen- not to lean with the bicycle as your sive and reliable choices tires need to stay perpendicular to fenders are essential; metal is the ground to provide maximum best and the fenders should be wide traction. enough to deflect snow and slush; If being warm and safe while you also need to allow lots of clear- cycling in winter seems like an im- ance between the fender and the possible challenge, use these tips, tire to prevent snow build-up or consult the Citizens for Safe - a rubber mudflap at the end of Cycling. the front fender will protect your chain and prevent your feet from getting wet lights are a must - a red rear reflector and a white headlight are 585 Somerset Street, Ottawa minimum legal requirements, but Serving the National Capital Region flashing rear lights are strongly 1954 recommended to identify you as a since cyclist putting reflective material on 235-6712 clothing and moving parts of the bi- Canadian-Independent cycle is a good idea; range safety Note: Members must be Canadian Owned and Operated Independent vests and arm and leg bands will of International Funeral Industry Conglomerates. help increase your visibility 1 9 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 FORUM Lansdowne Park Watson's delight or dilemma BY JOHN LEANING Industrial Park. Certainly Ottawa ranged from a Tivoli garden, to Inlet, Patterson's Creek, town- Next March, three months into never benefitted from it as park- housing for the homeless, to a houses adjacent to St. Matthew's Jim Watson's mayoralty, yet an- land. Fairground and parking lot it shopping mall, and to even greater Church and on Third Avenue at other set of proposals for the future has always been. Indeed a lot of the entertainment complexes. Under- Bank Street. A bad example, in ar- of Lansdowne Park will be put be- Glebe was fairground of some sort standably none have ever come to chitectural terms, is the recent fore the City. Jim knows the sub- in the latter part of the nineteenth anything, except fortunately for the extension of the Glebe Centre, a ject well. He has perhaps done century, what with the Mutchmor recent restoration of the Aberdeen piece of suburbia come to town. more for it and its relationship to Racetrack on the west side, Pavilion and the creation of the One of the worst features of the the Glebe and Ottawa South than Metropolitan Park in the north-east surrounding parkland, mostly due Park itself is the backside of the any other recent politician by the corner and the Circus at Renfrew to the clever negotiation of the area south stadium which looks as if it restoration of the Aberdeen Pavil- and Percy. councillor, now mayor. But the is the concrete frame of a building ion and the greening of its hitherto TWO IRRECONCILABLE fundamental problems remain a that never happened. What could DEVELOPMENTS banal surroundings. Now he has an vast, underutilized, yet inadequate advantageously happen is a hotel or So the agricultural fair which be- excellent chance to finally put the and environmentally offensive apartments facing south over the came Lansdowne Park in the whole place to rights and repair the late parking lot and an equally vast, 1880s was canal. A well designed parking damage, (or civilize the excitement, in keeping with the de- ugly and underutilized stadium and velopment of the Glebe at that time. structure could also be slotted in. depending on your point of view) sundry third-rate buildings that Indeed there is a of In fact one can say that Lansdowne lot waste space that has been inflicted upon this are decaying with the years. The Park sparked the modern develop- around the stadium, which, if filled inner residential area over the last only buildings that positively con- ment of the Glebe as we now know imaginatively, could provide a more ninety years. It will be Watson's tribute to our cityscape are the Ab- it. The "electric railway" along useful, sensitive enclosure than we Delight or Watson's Dilemma de- erdeen Pavilion, the Coliseum and now Bank Street and canal parkway were have. It could also absorb and pending on how well he and City the Horticulture building. cover the noise and put in partly because of it. What light of the Council handle it. AFFORDABLE HOUSING performances which are at times so the promoters of the fairground did AND SHOPS FAIRGROUND distracting for local residents. CREATED 1868 not then understand, any more than Rather than massive entertain- BENEFIT TO ALL Before the middle of last century the city fathers of their time, was ment-oriented complexes, Lans- Since the early nineteenth cen- the site of Lansdowne Park was a that they were creating two irrec- downe Park needs human-scaled, tury the Park has been public land of marsh which only the nearby lily oncilable developments an enter- civilized, socially nurturing pro- developed with public money. If pond and Brown's Inlet remain as tainment complex that would cause jects; such as affordable housing anything more is done there, it evidence. Up till then it had been vast traffic and parking problems and shops above necessary parking must be done to the benefit of us Ordnance Land for Canal purposes and a surrounding residential area that will not require trees and all, poor and rich, for all of Ottawa, and there was a lone house could belong- that not tolerate it. No one bushes to cover it up. Private en- but not to the disbenefit of the im- ing to a Mr. ever Craig sitting on a spit thought to put in a'proper ac- trepreneurs and good architects can rmi»diate neighbourhood; and it of must land opposite Pig Island. Then cess system from across the region, do it. The Glebe has several note- be done imaginatively and sensi- in 1868 Ottawa the Agricultural or to plan the "park" in a civilized worthy and good examples of such tively so that it remains a delight Society acquired the Ordnance Land fashion so as not to damage the im- development already at Brown's and not a dilemma. east of Bank Street as a fairground. mediate residential environment. To the immediate north, where the As a result of these errors and Coliseum and the Horticultural omissions the erstwhile fairground Building now are, the Mutchmors is now failing economically and has subdivided their lands into resi- become a drain on the Ottawa tax- dential lots, and built their house, payers' resources. The competition Abbotsford, across Bank Street. On of the Corel Centre and the Jetform one of the lots lived one of Canada's (Lynx) Stadium with their easy ve- cabinet ministers, others were oc- hicular access is proving too much cupied by simpler folk. Some of for Lansdowne Park. In short it is their houses were moved west to in the wrong league. The park is an Ella Street when the Park was outdated, overpaved dinosaur sit- extended north to Holmwood Av- ting in the middle of a community enue in the late 1880s and the Ab- that does not want it there. So it erdeen Pavilion was built. has to change. Just how the fairground got the There have been many proposals misnomer of Park is a mystery if for changing it, all unfortunately one forgets the North American too costly, and too much for an ever misappropriation of the word for shrinking tax base. Ideas have

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EdRonsyn, CD. B A . M ED OFFICE: 728-2664 Sales Representative RES: 233-7869 Fine Art Supplier & Gallery 'ULTIMATE SERVICE! We keep our promises, or you don 't keep us. Building(19 aime041, VilleCitY d' Ottawa Établissement ()Q Budget /0 du budget A) Be Part of the Process Participez au processus The City of Ottawa has begun preparations for the 1998 Budget which has La Ville d'Ottawa a commencé A se préparer à établir le budget de 1998, been delayed until April 1998 because of provincial legislative reforms that dont l'approbation a été reportée au mois d'avril 1998 en raison de la include changes to the municipal property tax framework; a property réforme législative provinciale, qui comprend des changements au cadre d'imposition foncière municipale, une nouvelle évaluation foncière en reassessment for 1998; and transfers of provincial service responsibilities to 1998 et le transfert aux municipalités de la responsabilité de services municipalities. provinciaux. The first major step in building the 1998 Budget is the meeting of the Policy, La première étape importante du processus d'établissement du budget de Committee (PP&B) of Council beginning at 9:15 a.m. Priorities & Budgeting 1998 est la réunion du Comité des politiques, des priorités et des December 11, 1997: on Thursday, budgets, qui aura lieu A 9h 15, le jeudi 11 décembre 1997. A l'endroit suivant : Victoria Hall Salle Victoria Bytown Pavilion - Level 1 Pavillon Bytown - niveau 1 111 Sussex Drive 111, promenade Sussex The Committee will review two submissions that are expected to influence the Le Comité examinera deux documents qui doivent influer sur le contenu content of the 1998 Budget: du budget : Long-Term Capital Needs & Financing Strategy Long-Term Capital Needs & Financing Strategy 1998 Budget Guideline & Workplan Priorities 1998 Budget Guideline & Workplan Priorities Un troisième document, intitulé An additional document, Core Services Review (by Ekos Research Core Services Review, qui a été préparé par la firme Ekos Research Associates, Inc., a servi de guide A la Associates, Inc.), was used as a guideline in drafting the two submissions: it rédaction des deux textes susmentionnés et fera aussi l'objet des will also be included in the Committee's discussions. discussions du Comité. These documents will be available at the following City of Ottawa locations Ces documents seront disponibles, A compter du 28 novembre, aux 28th: beginning November installations suivantes de la Ville d'Ottawa Ottawa City Hall - Client Service Centre Hôtel de ville d'Ottawa - Centre du service a la clientèle Community Centres Indoor Pools Centres communautaires Piscines intérieures Fife Stations Public Libraries Casernes de pompiers Bibliothèques publiques on Intemet - hup://city.ottawa.on.ca Intemet : hap://ville.oliawa.on.ca The PP&B Committee wants to hear the views of residents and community Le Comité veut connaître l'opinion des résidants et des groupes groups. Individuals or groups (one representative per group) may make a communautaires. Particuliers et groupes (un représentant par groupe) 5-minute presentation to members of the Committee on a first-come, first- pourront présenter un exposé de 5 minutes au Comité, selon le principe served basis. Parking validation is available. Interpretation services will be du premier arrivé, premier servi. Les billets de stationnement pourront provided. être validés. Des services d'interprétation seront offerts. Pour de plus amples renseignements, communiquer avec For further information, call the Client Service Centre at 244-5300 e le Centre du service à la clientèle, au 244-5300.

PARTICIPATING IN CITY BOARDS AND PARTICIPATION AUX COMMISSIONS ET COMIVIIMES COMTIiS DE LA VILLE The City of Ottawa is looking for residents who are interested in serving on La Ville d'Ottawa sollicite la candidature de citoyens intéressés à siéger aux the following Boards and Committees: Commissions et Comités suivants de la Ville : ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TAXI ADVISORY COMMITTEE ADMINISTRATION DES TERRAINS COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES FRENCH LANGUAGE SERVICES Advises on all aspects of the taxi industry. DE CAMPING D'OITAWA-NEPEAN TAXIS Provides advice on French language services. Meets at City Hall, 1st Monday of month, Fonction: et administrer les politiques et adopter Fonction : fournir des conseils sur tous les Meets at City Hall, 2nd Thursday of month, 5:30 p.m. règlements reliés A la construction et A aspects relatifs A l'industrie du taxi. 6:00 p.m. l'aménagement el autres règles régissant Réunions : hôtel de ville, le, lundi du mois, ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON To apply, please send a letter of l'exploitation d'un parc. Réunions: sur convocation 17 h 30 EQUITY AND application and copy of your resumé, de la présidence DIVERSITY including your home address to: Pour présenter toute candidature, Worlcs towards the elimination of racial COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES filière de faire parvenir votre demande discrimination. SERVICES EN FRANÇAIS Manager et votre curriculum vitae, avec l'adresse Meets at City Hall, 2nd Monday of month, 6:00 For information: Fonction : offrir des conseils sur les services en au domicile, : p.m. Committee and Council Services français. Réunions : hôtel de ville, 2e jeudi du mois, Carole Langford 17 h 30 Administratrice DISABHITY ISSUES ADVISORY Department of Corporate Services Pour renseignements : COMMTITEE COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR L'ÉQUITÉ Tel: 244-5300 -1- 3617 Services aux comités et au Conseil Recommends policy development on issues 111 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario ET LA DIVERSITÉ related to persons with Carole Langford, Services intégrés disabilities. K1N 5A1 Fonction : oeuvrer A l'élimination de la Meets at City Hall, 3rd Thursday of month, 244-5300, poste 3617 DEADUNE: discrimination raciale. Réunions : hôtel de ville, 2e 3:00 p.m. lundi du mois, 18 h 111, promenade Sussex, Ottawa (Ontario) FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 1998 K1N 5A1 ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY Facsimiles (244-5417) will be COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LES COMMITTEE accepted; however, HANDICAPS ÉCHÉANCE: LE Advises on protection and enhancement of please forward original by mail. Fonction : recommander l'élaboration de politiques VENDREDI 9 JANVIER 1998 natural environment. Meets at City Hall, 4th Please note that applicants may apply to sur des enjeux liés aux handicaps. Les demandes peuvent également être Tuesday of month, 5:00 p.m. several committees but may only be Réunions : hôtel de ville, y jeudi du mois, 15 h télécopiées au numéro suivant (244-5417) mais les originaux doivent LOCAL appointed to one. First and second term COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR ARCHITECTURAL applicants being considered for appointment être envoyés à l'adresse précitée. CONSERVATION ADVISORY L'ENVIRONNEMENT COMMTTTEE will be required to attend an interview. The Veuillez noter que les candidats peuvent présenter leur principles of equity and accommodation are Fonction : offrir des conseils sur des programmes et demande à plusieurs comités, mais qu'ils ne peuvent Advises on all aspects of the City's Heritage considered in des mesures de protection et de mise en valeur de siéger qu'a un seul comité. Les postulants de premier Program. filling all positions. The City has a Participation Expenses Policy which l'environnement naturel. Réunions hôtel de ville, 4e ou deuxième mandat dont la candidature est prise en Meets at City Hall, 1st & 3rd Tuesday of considération devront se présenter a une entrevue. Les covers babysitting, taxis, and expenses which mardi du mots, 17 h month, 6:00 p.m. méfies principes d'équité sont pris en considération in arise from participation ADVISORY COMITÉ CONSULTATIF LOCAL SUR pour combler les charges vacantes. La Ville a OTTAWA NEPEAN CAMPSITE committees only. IA CONSERVATION DE également une Politique de dépenses de participation AUTHORITY The City's Multiculturalism Policy states: "The L'ARCHITECTURE pour couvrir les frais de garde d'enfants, de taxis et les Function: to adopt and administer policies, City of Ottawa is committed to a multicultural, Fonction offrir des conseils sur tous les aspects dépenses engagées pour la participation d'un(e) citoyen(ne) un rules, construction, development and other multiracial society. It firmly believes that ils du Programme sur la Protection du patrimoine de a comité consultatif. a La Politique sur le multiculturalisrne de la Ville stipule regulations respecting the operation of diverse public have significant role to play la Ville. Réunions : hôtel de ville, le, et mardis the y ce qui suit la ville dOttawa se veut une société park. Meets at the call in influencing Municipal decisions, and in of the Chair du mois, 18 h multiculturelle et multiraciale. La diversité du public participating in Municipal as well Government joue un rôle important dans les prises de décision. 12 OTTAWA PUBLIC UBRARY as in the life of the entire community." COMMISSION DES BIBLIOTHÈQUES BOARD PUBLIQUES D'OTTAWA participation de ce public au gouvemement municipal Function: to operate a public library service in A Fonction est souhaitable ainsi que sa contribution la vie Ottawa. administrer un service de bibliothèque communautaire. publique d Ottawa. Réunions : 120, rue Metcalfe, Meets: 120 Metcalfe Street, 3rd Tuesday of *** Day Meetings. 3e mardi, 19 30 \smonth, 7:30 p.m. h ***Réunions le jour. 21 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 BUSINESS NEWS Flowers, candy, something for everyone

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SEASONS'S GREETINGS! 23 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 SCHOOL NEWS Glashan's 109-year history as OBE school BY JIM BENNE The birth of the Ottawa Public Board is usually acknowledged to be 1848 when the first set of trustees were appointed to oversee the education of Ottawa's young. At the beginning, many small schools with one or two rooms were con- structed. In 1888, at the corner of Hugh and Archibald Streets, a one-room school house was built. This school, called Hugh Street School, housed 99 students and one teacher. It soon became over- crowded and a new four-room LYNN GRAHAM school, named Archibald Street School, was constructed on the same site in 1892. Four more rooms were added in 1897 and again in 1905 Glashan Public School, 1966 It is a great privilege when the school name changed to to represent you for Glashan School to honour the pupil pursues personal excellence memorates former leading Glashan inspector who would guide the in individualized and varied cur- educators and students namely another term. Board from 1876 - 1910. A gym ricular/extra-curricular pro- Morgan Park, Bob Goodfellow, Don Season's greetings and and two classrooms were added in grammes that are aimed specifi- Acres, Ed Tweedy, Gloria Ford and 1922 and a third floor was cally at the diverse needs of the Chris Keeley. my very best wishes constructed in 1931. Moses Edey, emerging adolescent in the Transi- Lawrence Code, who taught at for the New Year. who designed the Cattle Castle and tion Years. Students have access to Glashan from 1959-1981, stated in the Daly Building, was the original a variety of enrichment and leader- an Ottawa Citizen interview in 1979 ship Ottawa Board of Education architect of Glashan School. Many opportunities and can partici- when the present school was being pate in extensive Trustee and Trustee-Elect fine teachers, such as Murray extramural ath- constructed, "Glashan has always letic, fitness and Ottawa-Carleton District Curtis and Lawrence Code served in performing arts had the best sports teams in the programmes. School Board this facility. Principals Church, city." His statement rings true to- Programmes Park, and Goodfellow provided at Glashan today in- day as Glashan volleyball teams, clude the regular English pro- direction in this setting. In the coached by Rick Desclouds, have 730-3366 1970s, teachers Vern Fraser and gramme for Grade 7 and Grade 8, won 13 Provincial Volleyball Ad paid for from the Trustees Personal Dave/Janet Alexander directed the late French Immersion pro- Communications Budget Championships since 1981 - a Glashan musicals Bye Bye gramme with a Grade 7 entry point, student record unprecedented in Ontario and the Birdie, Oklahoma, South Pacific, enrichment programme at schools. and Oliver that were renowned Grade 7 and Grade 8 for highly able board-wide for their staging, acting students. As well, the English as a Along with Rick Desclouds, cur- and presentation. In 1979 this second language programme gives rent teachers Jim Bennett, Gillian school was torn down and replaced language development support to Smith and Dwight Daugherty have with a new building that stands new immigrant students. served a combined total of 100 today on the east side of the Many city-wide OBE exemplary years in Glashan School and fondly original site. programs such as the Stock Market remember teaching in the old Currently, under the leadership and Sadler School House units Glashan School where the dark halls of Principal Susan Rahn, Glashan originated at Glashan School under and classrooms of the three-storey staff provide a positive, active, the leadership of Glenn Kletke, Lin building were rich with an aromatic The Lung Association high-quality, child-centered Dickson and Vern Fraser. blend of books, ink, and water- Christmas Seals learning environment for 341 stu- The Glashan awards system that based paint. dents in Grades 7-8 in a bilingual, celebrates student excellence in The Ottawa Board of Education multicultural milieu. 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We ready! tory and filled with a great deal of were alumni, and other community mem- Bickford said Hopewell was "di- Popular children's entertainer warmth and admiration for what the Hopewell bers who offered enthusiastic lapidated and badly in need of up- Marie Soleil started with a fun- community and that in- cludes anyone who knows and loves praise for the renovations. grading. filled concert for the Primary Di- our school has Linda Sayer, parent of two It would not have met any health, vision. It was standing room only achieved with the renovation of Hopewell School. Hopewell students and an alumna, fire, or safety code in the city of as Marie Soleil led the children, said the renovated school is beauti- Ottawa," she said. with the comical help of Primary Under the leadership of Hopewell ful. "I keep thinking back to what The $12.7 million project, paid teachers, through some of the best- teachers Liz Bone11 and Donna it used to look like and then I come for by the Ottawa Board of Educa- loved children's songs. Walsh the school's history was on in and say, 'It's so new!" tion, stayed within budget said The Junior Division welcomed display in the Memory Room. Many people were honored during school trustee Lynn Graham. their She own celebrity, Olympic ath- Throughout the day alumni could be the ceremony for their hard work said it took considerable political lete Sue Holloway (cross country seen, along with today's students, during the renovations, including pressure to make the renovations a skiing and kayaking), for a motiva- leafing through class registers, Nancy Bickford, chair of the reality. tional talk. Ms. Holloway partici- looking for their names or their Hopewell re-opening committee. "It was a community effort," said pated in the 1976 and 1984 class photo. And there was at least Bickford said she was touched by Graham. "I applied the pressure at Olympics and brought along the one reunion. Two gentlemen, whose the attention she received during the board, but the community did a silver and bronze medals she won Hopewell days date back to the the ceremony, but insisted she tremendous amount of for work as kayaking for the children to mid-1920s, were reunited for the could not have done it without the well." Graham, who admire described the and hold. The Intermedi- first time in 70 years when they dozens of teachers, staff, parents, evening as wonderful, ates said the held a special assembly, were both visiting Hopewell Novem- and Hopewell alumni who volun- school will also be inviting used as a com- former Principals Bill ber 20 for the reopening celebra- teered. She also said the students munity centre by the Ottawa South Langdon and Exton Varty to share tions. played a key role as ushers and community. greeters, decorators, and entertain- The new Hopewell opened its ers (the band and choirs per- doors to students in September. formed). Bickford said the last two months' Hopewell was closed for the '96- activities have been aimed at SPORTS & SPINAL INJURY CLINIC '97 school year to undergo the dra- preparing the school to greet the matic renovations which saw the entire community and to show it off school gutted down to brick and to best advantage.

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WM. A private clinic specializing in the You Made Our Day! 41111M1111111 care of: The students, parents and staff of Hopewell Avenue Public School sudden or recurring back pain would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support of 11111111111111111111111 111. the Reopening Festivities held at the school Thursday, November 20, 1997. sudden or 11111111 recurring neck pain Allegra Print & Imaging Hortus Urbanus Pugpwash Books Boushy's Loblaws Billings Bridge Signs 10111.111 Quality moms tendinitis, Davidson's Jewellery Loblaws Pretoria ScotiaBank ZafrawrOMINIMINM. sprains, or strains Framed! Mayfair Theatre Southminster United Church Fresh Fruit Company Marie Soleil Starbucks (The Glebe) Girl Guides of Canada, Maple Tree Quilts Starbucks (Ottawa South) MI6=Ma MD's 01-IIP covered Colonel By District Mother Tongue Books Traffic Design Bernie Lalonde, M.D. Glebe Apothecary Ottawa Folklore Centre The Emerald Ivy Glebe Home Hardware Robert Gauvreau, M.D. PHYSIOTHERAPY extended health Ottawa South Business The Papery Glebe Loeb Association TD Bank Eleanor Cox, B.P.T. coverage Glebe Report OSCAR Vitalair Health Care Hillary's Cleaning Select Business Centre, West Coast Video 1095 Carling Avenue, Suite 101 Ottawa, Ontario KlY 4P6 Tel: (613) 729-8098 Hopewell School Council Arnprior 25 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 SCHOOL NEWS The giving season at First Avenue School BY J. C. SULZENKO area bounded by Lyon, Wellington, KNITTING GENERATIONS Grades 2 and 3 to work in groups of This time of year focuses us on Main and Billings Bridge. 1500 15 or so with two seniors who vol- sharing what we have with others. people receive three-days of emer- The Knitting Generation is now unteer over lunch time on Mondays. Activities at First Avenue leading gency food supplies each month. off to a running start, or should I The activity will go on for the whole up to the holidays center on cele- Last year First Avenue students, say, casting off in style. The pro- year and should yield wonderful brating in different ways. parents and staff provided over 700 gram, under the province-wide, scarves, pencil holders and other First Avenue students, staff and items to the Centre. Starting in De- Uniting Generations of Ontario ini- objects, guaranteed to warm, at a parents take part directly in chari- cember, there will be a drop-off tiative, brings seniors and students minimum, the hearts of anyone together. This year, there are table campaigns throughout the point at the school for donations of over lucky enough to receive them as year. To date, as a result of the nutritious, non-perishable food. 40 boys and girls signed up from gifts. lack of school participation in the This year's target is to supply 1000 Hallowe'en UNICEF campaign, the items. school has volunteered to collect HOLIDAY CONCERT any UNICEF boxes left in the Glebe DECEMBER 16 to forward on to the Fund. As well, In terms of special events or pro- a hot dog lunch staged by the Stu- grams linked to the holiday season dents Council in October raised at the school, children in some around $200 for the United Way. classes will write cards that the ("Wicked" hot dogs were cooked by Christmas Exchange can send to the Principal himself, the kids people who will be alone over the say!) holidays. The Junior Choir has A number of other charitable ef- performed at several retirement forts are now underway. They in- homes in other years and will clude: The Snowsuit Fund: Last likely revisit the Glebe Centre in year the school collected a consid- December. The Choir has also been erable amount of cash and donated invited to sing at an upcoming over 1000 items to the Fund. This meeting of the Ottawa Historical year, as of the first week of Decem- Society. Grade 4 classes will re- ber, the collecting begins again for turn to the Royal Bank at Bank and outerwear in good condition not First to help decorate the tree only snowsuits, but boots, hats and there, a project always well re- First Avenue Knitters Juniors and Seniors gloves. The earlier received, the ceived by customers and Bank per- sooner warm clothing will reach sonnel, And the ERRATUM the Glebe Report's apologies, he alike. Holiday The those who.need it. Concert at the school on the evening November column omitted noted that "Given the open gateway, The Centretown Emergency half of what parent volunteer John the real issue is to help kids learn of December 16 will bring together Longair said on Food Centre Grades 1-3 and teaching about the to use technology, particularly the students from the Internet. Operating out of the McLeod- Junior Choir to celebrate the season For the record and with Internet, wisely and ethically." Stewarton United Church at 507 in their special way. This year, as Bank, this Centre, supported by a part of the evening, the School coalition of Centretown churches Council will hold a bake sale. As .ok41-T4,0:41-F4*41-10:4-11*-4.0.40:- and working with the Ottawa Food well, students will make and sell Bank, provides groceries to a large their own holiday crafts there, with number of single people, families the proceeds flowing to charitable kGlebe Fashion CleanersA and the homeless in need in the organizations. 38 Years in the Glebe Biggest ski & skate sale ever! Claudia McKeen, coordinator of In spite of this the line-ups were the First Avenue, Mutchmor and long and we thank everyone for Hopewell annual ski and skate sale, their patience and support of this Extend is very pleased to report that this annual project. A post-event year's sale was the most successful meeting will determine how the Season's one ever. process can change to make it even In spite of having to change the better for next year. Greetings date of the sale as a result of the Claudia would especially like to teachers' strike the results were thank all of the volunteers who put more than double that of last year. in long hours in preparing and pre- 4. to ail- A number of changes helped speed senting this event. up the handling of the goods and a See you on the ice and on the second cash register was provided. slopes.

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All the students appearance, habitat, diet, mating, the "loony." J. Because I like animals, otters in the class completed amazing how the beaver's home is made, and S. Why did you choose the loon especially. projects on Canadian topics, other interesting facts. In the sec- for your project? M. Why is the otter a symbol of including the Canadian coat of ond I section told about how the D. Because I did not know a lot Canada? arms, the Parliament Buildings, beaver became a symbol of Canada. about them. They sounded J. The otter is a Canadian symbol hockey, the maple leaf, the Here are some of my interesting interesting and I wanted to learn because river otters are abundant Snowbirds, the CN Tower, the facts: I. Beavers can hold their more about them. only in Canada. beaver, Canadian coins, the breath for up to 15 minutes and can S. Describe some main points M. Where do they live? Confederation Bridge, otters, bons, swim up to 800 meters without about the loon reported in your J. Otters live in the burrows of totem poles, and inukshuks. Here coming up for air. 2. Beavers have project. other animals, mostly muskrats. are interviews with some of the, been on Earth since the Ice Age They can be found not only in project writers. 15,000 years ago. When their D. There are four kinds of loon in rivers, but in lakes, marshes, and skeletons were dug up they were Canada, the yellow-billed loon, the other bodies of water. Although THE BEAVER found to be as large as bears. 3. Arctic loon, the red-throated loon, they have their dens on land, they S. Why did you choose the beaver The beaver's lodge (home) can be as and the common loon. They eat are excellent swimmers and spend as your subject? large as an ordinary bedroom. 4. fish, and are almost wholly aquatic. most of their time in the water. K. I chose the beaver because I Beavers can swim faster than some In fact, they have trouble lifting off M. What do they eat? thought that it would be very inter- fish. the water to fly, and must have lots J. The otter eats a wide array of esting to research and learn why it S. Thanks for your time Kevin. of space to do so. They only go on food, ranging from duck to its was chosen as a symbol and the na- land to lay their eggs. Loons mate favourite food, crayfish. tional animal of Canada. for life, and they are very protec- M. What are some other interest- S. Why is the beaver a symbol of tive of their eggs and young. ing facts about the otter? Canada? S. What was the most interesting J. Otters are playful, active ani- K. It was chosen as a symbol of information you found about the mals. They have flaps of skin that Canada because beavers are hard- LOONS loon? close over their ears and eyes when working animals, and the Canadians Project by Devin Pihlainen, in- D. Loons can sink out of sight they dive. Their most common thought that would represent them terviewed by Simon Neuwelt-Broder when swimming by letting all the sound is "UN UN UN." very well because Canadians are S. Why does the loon represent air out of their bodies. M. Thank you Jason. I learned a hard-working people. Canada? S. Thank you for the interview. lot about otters from your project. What a precious pet! The Precious Pet Company held an by licking me on the face with tuna imaginary contest in Ms. Mitoraj's breath. YUK! He brings up each CHRISTMAS TREES grade 5 class. The company was piece of toast in his mouth, so I searching for a wonderful pet to don't eat that corner of the toast. BANK ag SUNNYSIDE N.E. CORNER appear in its pet food commercials. He even makes me sausages, but The students were invited to nomi- eats half of it on the way upstairs. nate a pet to star in the TV ads. Besides what he eats, the food is Each student wrote a letter to the excellent! WIDE VARIETY OF company telling why his or her pet After our meal he starts his should be the one. The winning pet warm-ups for the day. He does 200 FRESH LOCALLY GROWN was Rocky the cat. Jake the dog and tail curls, 500 paw pushes and 300 ONTARIO TREES: Samson the dog were runners-up. whisker bends. Then he has a nice Their owners' letters appear below. cat nap. Every Thursday he tries to Balsam Fur MY CAT ROCKY beat up the dog next door. Scotch Pine BY LEE LARGE That may not sound smart, but he Norwegian Spruce My cat Rocky is black and white is very intelligent. He helps me do and has the same markings as a rac- my homework every night. He uses White Spruce coon. I feel that Rocky is the most his food to practise math sums on intelligent, athletic and precious the floor, but he finds his stomach pet in the world. Best of all, he more important than math. He eats serves me breakfast in bed! the numbers as he goes. Every morning I wake up to the It would be to a hard find cat Drop by and see fresh smell of french toast. The better for your contest than my cat only problem is Rocky wakes me up Rocky! Whitey & Chin for friendly, Introducing Susan Wilson expert advice BY HEATHER SZADKOWSKI AND Hall College in England. She enjoys JULIA DOERING, GR. 6 reading, travelling and doing Susan Wilson teaches Mutchmor crafts. She has travelled to Cuba, NEW SUPER FUNNEL School's Junior Kindergarten class. Mexico and the Dominican Repub- to bundle up your tree for easy transport! She has been working with children lic. Her favourite was Cuba. Ms for about eighteen years, and has Wilson is kind and works well with worked with kids one to five years children and we are glad to have ONCE AGAIN, PART OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY old. Mrs. Wilson went to Basford- her at Mutchmor. 27 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 SCHOOL NEI/VS Teachers & Bill 160: What all the fuss is about BY KEVIN BUSH, advocating a more inclusive and Mrs, Tiggy Winkle's TEACHER ENGLISH MEDIA, representative, decision-making GLEBE COLLEGIATE process. Today, unfortunately, there ap- Maude Barlow and Heather-Jane wishes you peace and pears to be a persistent prejudice Robertson have written compre- against the subject of education and hensively on the right-wing al- those who make a profession of its liance and the politics of education happiness! study. Given the worthiness of the in the text, Class Warfare: The As- role of education minister, why has sault on Canada's Schools (Toronto: our present Ontario government Key Porter Books, 1994). You are persisted in presenting individuals encouraged to pick up a copy Fill oat a ballot and drop it choose to (approximate cost is $20) in order who consistently ignore off at any of oar 4 locations the relationship between education, to become more aware of the Ontario society and culture? Given the vast government's assault on public ed- to Win a $5o" crayola resources that are readily available ucation and their repressive politi- to the minister and his employees, cal agenda. The following quote %flopping lioacrier this is not a question of incompe- demands serious consideration, tence or lack of accurate informa- given the political climate of our (no caf/ valae). Draw date tion, it is an issue associated with times. December 14, 1997 power. When Richard Patten (MPP Ottawa) states that he can no longer "The trick is to keep doing outra- represent the people that voted him geous things. There's no point in to provincial parliament, what he is passing the same scandalous piece Name: saying is that the voice of many of legislation and then giving time people is being silenced. When the to get worked up about it. You have Number: teachers of Glebe Collegiate partic- to go right in there and top it up ipate in a political protest, the with something even worse, before 809 Bank Street 234 - 3836 struggle is to regain this voice. the public have a chance to work Centre 721 - 0549 When parents, teachers, taxpayers out what's hit them." Jonathan Coe, Bayshore Shopping and students demand the "gutting" What a Carve Up! ( Harmondsworth, Rideau Centre 230 - 8081 of Bill 160, it is because they are UK: Viking Books, 1994). Place d'Orléans 834 - 8988

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FREE NAXOS SAMPLER " 10 YEARS OF SUCCESS" WITH PURCHASE OF 3 NAXOS CD's sale ends Wednesday,Deeember 24 SCHOOL NEWS Glebe Report December 5, 1997 28 Glebe Collegiate Conference showcases careers for women in science BY TALAT AL!, joint chair for Women in Engineer- and Algonquin College set up in- "An interesting activity which CAREER EQUITY COUNSELOR ing in Ontario. Monique Frize formative and attractive science helped distinguish between careers Glebe Collegiate's Co-operative worked as a clinical engineer for 18 and engineering displays. Students in science as well as finding out Education Department again co- years, initially at Hospital Notre- enjoyed their favourite pizza lunch what a good career for me would hosted Showcase for Women in Sci- Dame in Montreal and then was ap- while they looked at the displays. be." pointed as Director the Regional ence (SWIS) Conference '97. An an- of Students actively participated in "Great conference, great speakers Clinical Engineering Service in nual event for the last three years, filling out questionnaires which and a lot of information." Moncton, New the SWIS conference was co-hosted Brunswick. She is a entitled them to many door prizes. "The speakers showed me ev- professor that with the Secondary School Curricu- and a researcher at Car- According to the students who erybody can do it if they put their leton University and the University lum division of the Curriculum attended the conference, it was an mind to it -- it made me realize a of Ottawa. Services Department, Hillcrest, Ne- event that they would love to see lot of things ... like we have many pean, Rideau and Ridgemont high repeated every year in the Ottawa choices for our future." schools. There were nine workshops pre- Board of Education. The experience " SWIS opened my eyes to a lot of About 200 female science stu- sented in the SWIS Conference by and information they gain from this information that I couldn't access. I dents from the participating leading female professionals. They conference is invaluable. Comments really liked the display set up . . . schools attended. The conference included a computer science ex- overheard included: we need more opportunities like was a resounding success. Students pert, a marketing strategist, a "It was fun....a great idea, it this in future." appreciated the opportunity to look planning and operation profes- helped me think about my career." at the wonderful careers in science sional, a mechanical engineer, an "I think the SWIS is an excellent "SWIS was a chance for me to see and engineering that unfolded environmental engineer, a scientist, idea because it gives information how women have evolved in the during the conference activities. an aerospace engineer, and profes- about science for women. Now I workplace. I wish other students This year's keynote speaker was sors of biochemistry and pharmacy. think I will consider a career in could have had the same chance I Dr. Monique Frize who holds the Carleton and Ottawa Universities engineering." had to listen and learn." Glebe Collegiate student profiles BY ANN HYLAND & ANDREA misses his grandparents who were you're only young once, right? How- challenge which she very much CARTER, STUDENT SERVICES, like parents to him, but he is in ever, for most of her high school enjoys. She is considering a future GLEBE COLLEGIATE touch with them and plans to visit years, Morgen denied that the fu- in education or maybe social work, Periodically the Glebe Report will when he can. It was hard to be ture was reality and not illusion, and though the grades she has feature profiles of students attend- placed in Grade 6 with much and simply didn't choose to work as achieved may be strong enough that ing Glebe Collegiate. Both students younger kids but Solomon has hard at her academics as she now this career path is a possibility, presented this month are exem- worked hard to make up for lost feels she should have. "I wish I had such added bonuses as scholarships plary as students and active mem- time. He credits his teachers at kept up with my math, and devel- and academic awards (especially bers of the Glebe Collegiate com- Glashan and Glebe for working with oped better study habits," she now the kind we all love - the financial munity. It is hoped that by pre- him and helping him to get involved laments,"... you actually do need ones) quite simply are not. When senting these profiles the commu- in school life. to listen to all that advice from you consider the cost of post-sec- nity will develop a greater under- Solomon enjoys all his school ac- parents, teachers, counselors and ondary education, these days, hav- standing of those students who pass tivities. Going to Ontario Champi- brothers and sisters." Morgen re- ing socialized yourself out of the by their doors on their way to and onships for the Soccer Finals in grets the choices she made in re- running for such rewards can be a from school each day. 1995 is a memory he'll always gards to her education to such a de- pretty sobering realization - not to SOLOMON RUSTON cherish. He is very pleased to be a gree that she feels compelled to of- mention a very expensive one. Meet Solomon Ruston, Peer Media- leading member of the Glebe Inter- fer advice to those up and coming Morgen is very happy with her tor, soccer player, Glebe Interna- -national Guides, the group of stu- students who still have time to life, and quite proud of what she tional Guide and Student Council dents responsible for welcoming make the changes that will save has accomplished - as she should member. Although Solomon is a new students to our school com- them the frustration which she is be. However, she wishes that back typical, active, hard-working munity and helping them to fit in. now experiencing. "Just work in Grade 9 she had realized that Glebite, his story is far from typi- The Guides represent many coun- hard," she says, "it's more reward- there actually was life after high cal. tries and speak 28 languages but ing when you do, and actually get school, and she really needed to was Solomon born in Eritrea. His Canadian-born students can be the results you want." Morgen's start preparing for it then . . . early life was deeply affected by Guides too. All it takes is a desire message? Don't settle for less than enabling her to head off to the fact that his country was at war. to make people feel at home. your best - don't be mediocre. university with a handful of hon- Solomon doesn't remember much What's your definition of "hero"? Morgen is the first to admit that ours and a world of opportunity about the war but he does know that Solomon is too modest to think of her present situation is her own ahead of her, rather than a tinge of he lost family members, notably an himself in this way but I know that fault - that laziness and other pri- regret, and just maybe, the possi- uncle who had been like a brother the next time I'm feeling that it's orities caused her problems. Don't bility she will not have the oppor- to him. When Solomon was three, too much trouble to get up and get get the wrong idea, - Morgen has tunity to make all her educational his mother emigrated to Canada to to school on time, I'll think of still accomplished some great dreams come true. build a new life, leaving Solomon in Solomon Ruston. things. A co-op student, Morgen the care of his grandparents. He MORGEN BURCH works each afternoon at Mutchmor was unable to attend school because Morgen Burch is one of many OAC Public School in several classes, a of the war. When he was ten, students here at Glebe caught up in Solomon's mother was able to begin the frenzied excitement and trepi- the process of immigration. Solomon dation of applying to university. spent a year in Kenya, waiting for Where to go to school, what program qALA JaN/ELL0; his visa. At last, he had the oppor- to study, to live in residence or not tunity to go to school and he com- - the choices are endless. For Mor- "Sterling Silver pleted two grades in one gen, though, there is some regret OK 4- K qoid year! PRICES June 20, 1991 is a very important mixed in with the excitement - and AT VERy REASONABLE date for Solomon (and for Glebe!) On it is only now that she is realizing p cuhd cectio that day, Solomon arrived in Canada it. 1103+4 jeweikry nets/ and was reunited with his mother Morgen has had a great high jewellery wor41, 2nr.' of 541es after ten years. They hit it off right school experience - lots of socializ- contact James a+ 613-233-03240 away and are very close. Solomon ing and having fun - after all, 29 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 BOOKS From the Glebe to the streets of crime Sue Raven BY MEREDITH OLSON Physiotherapy Clinic Like many other youngsters growing up in the Glebe, Jeremy Mercer loved Tintin. Main Street Medical Building No doubt those illustrated tales 194 Main St., Suite 205 of the young reporter heading off on 567-4808 yet another adventure with his faithful little companion Snowy (Milou) struck a chord. Personalized Assessment Today, the twenty-something Treatment & Education Jeremy is living his own version of Heres stories. No Waiting List After graduation from Immaculata High School, Jeremy travelled Early Morning And through Europe and Australia be- Late Afternoon fore studying journalism at Car- Appointments Available leton University. This led to a job with the Ottawa Citizen, where he is by WCB, PSHCP now a crime reporter. Covered & Extended Health Care Insurance In his new career, he has encoun- tered a wide array of interesting characters but perhaps, none so colourful as four young men he has portrayed in his new book The 97-1; .1172z.721. Champagne Gang published by Warwick Publishing, of Toronto. I 00) NEW This tale based on the gang's au- s+ DELHI dacious spree of break-ins began as MTHAN CUISLN-E RESERVE NOW a feature article in The Citizen. It FOR l'OUR CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS was soon apparent that this story luncheon or dinner parties. "The food tasted too good had the makings of a book. not to be fresh, authentic and A three-week leave of absence in properly cooked, with much of it prepared to order" May gave him time to conduct a Ann DesBrisay, The Ottawa Citizen. October 24, 1996 whirlwind series of interviews with LUNCHEON BUFFET all the major players and write 7.95 (MONDAY-FRIDAY) DAILY DINNER MOMS for two from eight of the book's 10 chapters. The 29.95 rest was 683 BANK at Clemow in the Glebe completed on weekends Jeremy Mercer at his book launch. 237-4041 8I and other spare moments. Lots of Fret, Parking on own lot The Champagne Gang tells of the 'ET 'TT -ET- 7.P1 gang's beginnings, their elaborate cracked the case and caught the of young men engaged in a life of break-ins and resulting lavish gang. crime. lifestyle. 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Tel: (613) 235-4740 For an *appointment, call 730-0801 e-mail: moralagsympatico.ca Open 7 days a week Mon to Fri 9 9 Saturday 9 6 Sunday 10-4 Walk-ins welcome Free consultation 31 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 BOOKS News reporting must never sacrifice content for style The next step required typeset- screen or CD ROM, Bird laments the This well-researched monograph ting and printing which the lino- changing nature of the newspaper serves not only as history and mir- By type machine provided, releasing trying to compete with new tech- ror of the current state of the Sharon molten lead into column-wide slugs nologies including the Internet. newspaper industry, it also pro- Abron of type. And while the papers The information age is exploding. vides a realistic guide for newspa- needed readers they also needed But just how much fall-out can the Drache pers wishing to benefit from new advertisers to pay for the expensive brightest and most powerful citi- technology. Bird's cardinal rule is production. zens have access to? Bird's greatest that content can never,be sacrificed But two major innovations in this concern is that the rich and power- for style in a "true" news story. THE END OF NEWS century accelerated the news revo- ful will be able to afford and The medium is not the message, the By Roger Bird lution, the introduction of the hu- therefore receive more and more message has priority. And the Irwin Publishing, 165 pages man voice and the video image. sophisticated selections of infor- public in a democratic society has $24.95 (paper) With radio and television both the mation. the right to know the truth. spoken word and the moving picture The End of News is a grabber of a challenged the traditional linear title, a bit frightening too. What approach to recording the daily exactly is news? For Roger Bird, news, which stressed content, who teaches at the School of Jour- rather than what the news sounded nalism and Communications at or looked like. Newspapers ap- Carleton University, news is not peared very "grey," in comparison. CO static; it is the lifeblood of our By the 1970s and 1980s democratic culture and it repre- McLuhan's Global Village had be- HOME REPAIR sents a common reality. Bird's con- come a reality for most people in cern in this current study is that the developed world. With a flick news as we have known it is likely of the switch you can hear or see nAtZtfae/ to occupy diminishing space in our what is happening around the cor- CLAA-k 44444 cultural landscape; news is not be- ner as well as around the world. 4-0.1.01) coming less relevant, just harder to Bird investigates whether this is find. good in his current study. Sadly, call your new neighbour in News will not disappear, but it the kind of objective reporting that Ottawa South for a free estimate will become less effective. "It will used to filter its way through the Michael Reynolds 730-1247 become a minority occupation, an newsroom hierarchy is vanishing. irrelevant activity in media land- There was a way to write, and con- scape defined mostly by entertain- tent, even if it were "grey" had to ment on the one hand, and on the be delivered objectively to the other, specialized costly data pack- reading public at the lowest price. aged for elites who can afford it in The public in any democratic soci- order to achieve their personal and ety has the right to know all the political goals." facts that make up a news story. In a chapter entitled From Guten- Now the cost of an average daily berg to the Global Village, Bird newspaper keeps escalating traces the history of news from the (approximately $3.50 per week; hand-operated press invented by just under two hundred dollars a Johannes Gutenberg in the mid year). Why should the ordinary 1400s to regular news sheets called Canadian read a newspaper Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport when Master Plan Project coron tos which appeared in Europe he/she can turn on the radio or TV in the 1620s (the French courante, for his/her daily news fix? Will a derivative of courir, to run, asso- the rationale be that radio and Notice of ciates speed with the delivering television are free (despite hidden Public Open House and receiving of news). However, costs of advertising and rising Location: RA Centre, Gatineau Room 2451 Riverside Drive the writing of news regarding do- costs of cable) once the initial Ottawa mestic policies was considered a payment is made? form of sedition. Bird is also aware of the "trust" Dates Tuesday, 9 December, 1997 The first coron tos smuggled into that is inherent with listening or Timer 500- 9:00 pm England were printed in Holland a watching particular anchor per- Purpose: to allow an opportunity for the public to and contained only news from Eu- son who reads the news. How this become familiar with the Airport Master Plan rope. It was against the law in Greene, project, the background information used in the person (Lorne Walter analysis and to assist in the identification of England to publish domestic news. Cronkite, Peter Mansbridge) sounds issues and constraints Similarly, in Boston in 1690, a and/or looks affects how we think commentary on domestic policy about the facts filtering into our entitled Publick Occurrences, both living rooms; these anchors become Foreign and Domestick was sus- intimate companions compared to pended by the government of Mas- newspaper reporters who appear sachusetts after the first issue. distant. In actuality this is not GORDON CONSTRUCTION Still, the elite in Europe and the true and the newspaper article is Americas in the 18th century were. because of its "greyness" more di- Design- Build Speckdists to read more news rect and challenging to the reader. gradually able Additions about trade, politics and economics Still, Bird is the first to endorse in well-edited papers. This was that radio and television news can Renovations. before the advent of newspapers be just as reliable as written news. Decks which needed a cheaper raw mate- Much as my previous Glebe Report Interlock rial; they got it in 1860 with column (Ruined by Reading, Octo- www.gordonconstruction.com ber) lamented the lack of time for newsprint made from inexpensive 594-8888 58 Main Street (at Hawthorne) wood pulp. books in favour of the computer CFURCH-NEWS Glebe Report December 5, 1997 3 2 Christmas Services in the Gkbe Glebe-St. James United Church Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church 650 Lyon St. S. 194 Fourth Avenue CHRISTMAS SERVICES December 24 4 p.m. Children's Service with Pageant Geared toward December 7 11:00 a.m. Sunday School Pageant & White Gift yotinger families. Tickets required.* December 21 11:00 a.m. A servi of Lessons & Carols 6 p.m. Children's Service with Pageant. Tickets required.* December 21 4:30 p.m. Blue Christmas 8 p.m. Family MassCelebration of the Nativity. Tickets December 24 7:00 p.m. An Intergenerational Communion Service required.* 11:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Communion 10 p.m. Family MassYoung Adult/University. A 'Folk' December 28 11:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 am (one service only) Celebration. No tickets required. January 4 Epiphany Communion at both services Midnight Traditional solemn celebration with choir, brass and presentation. No tickets required. St. Matthew's Anglican Church December 25 9 a.m. No tickets required. 130 Glebe Avenue near Bank (Handicapped access) 11 a.m. No tickets required. Tlv_. people of St. Matthew's cordially invite you to join us in our *Call 232-4891 to reserve Christmastide celebrations. tickets. Tickets for masses are free and are needed only for crowd control. December 7 7 p.m. Choral Evensong with the Anglican Chorale December 31 7 p.m. Celebration of flight into Egypt December 24 7 p.m. Sung Eucharist with Blessing of the Creche 11 p.m. New Year's Mass, followed by wine & and a 11 p.m. Midnight Choral Eucharist cheese toast to the New Year at the Glebehouse, 194 December 25 10 a.m. Sung Eucharist Fourth Ave. We'd like you to join us. December 28 7 p.m. Christmas Festival of Nine Lessons and January 1 11 a.m. Mass Carols 2 - 5 p.m. Father Joe LeClair invites not only the St. Giles Presbyterian Church parishioners but the community of the Glebe, friends and neighbours for an Open House at the CHRISTMAS EVENTS 1997 Glebehouse on New Year's Day. December 12 6:30 p.m. Carol Singing in the Glebe, pot luck supper and after we will sing in local stores and on the sidewalk. Fund raiser for the Emergency Food Centre. Come and join in, it is fun! Call 235-2551 for more details. St. Matthew's Messiah December 14 11:00 a.m. "Brother Heinrich's Christmas" by John On November 22 and 23, the to the high standard of the perfor- Rutter during the worship service. A modern, lively cantata eighty members of the combined mances and in recognition of the with dance and drama! Men and Boys' and Women and enormous effort involved in such a December 21 11:00 a.m. The children of the congregation will Girls' Choirs of St. Matthew's An- large scale undertaking. tell the Christmas story through drama and music during glican Church performed Handel's This was the second concert in the service. Messiah under the direction of St. Matthew's Centennial Year December 24 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Traditional carol services. Matthew Larkin, Director of Music. series. On March 29, the choirs Everyone is welcome. Free will offering is given to the They were joined by the Thirteen will perform Bach's Mass in B Union Mission. Strings (augmented), and soloists Minor while the special Centennial Sandra Stringer, Daniel Gillis, Celebration concert on May 1 will Fraser Rubens and Gary Dahl. En- be conducted by the choir's former thusiastic audiences, more than director, Brian Law. Further 1,100 over the two evenings, gave information on this series is standing ovations, both in response available at 234-5482 or 234-4024.

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Sunday, December 7, 7:30 p.m. 'Carol Sing with special music and after-service refreshnrients Sunday, December 21, 11:00 a.m. Choir Christmas Presentatlo HAPPY 40th BIRTHDAY Wednesday, December 24, 7:00 p.m. Father Joe Christmas Eve Candlelight Service A special evening with special music for the whole family from all your friends t>14,j, apvng yoap Aiet4,4 axa as as coo0d4.0aeo Grae 7(74; at Durty Nellies of° gloseWma.s. qatoae éocatedat lise otSEockylii a4.ri aa.h. 33 Glebe Report December 5, 1997 CH URCFINEWS

The meaning of Christmas THE GLEBE CHURCHES WELCOME YOU BY MIRIAM OXENFORD world. He was worshipped by CHURCH OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (Roman Catholic) As I write this, we are well into shepherds, outcasts of society, who Fourth Avenue at Percy Street 232-4891 the glitz and glitter of a Canadian were the first to hear the news of Father Joe Le Clair, Pastor commercial Christmas season. his coming. Only later did the wise Rev. Anthony O'Sullivan in Residence Songs of Santa, snowmen, reindeer men arrive from the east to bring Masses: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9:30 AM and peace on earth pour from loud- him gifts; gold, the gift for a king; Saturday, 9:00 AM 4:30 PM speakers in stores everywhere. The frankincense, the gift for a god; Sunday: 8:00 AM 9:30 AM 11:00 AM 8:00PM malls are full of shoppers seeking myrrh, the gift for a death. Per- (Elevator Access for the handicapped. Loop system for the the perfect gift for Uncle Walter haps it is here that our tradition of hearing impaired) and Aunt Harriet. Children's vi- Christmas giving really begins. FIFTH AVENUE FREE METHODIST CHURCH sions are no longer of sugarplums, Indeed, let us celebrate this 2 Monk Street (1 block west of Bank & Fifth) 233-1870 but of the latest Barbie doll or Christmas! But let us realize that Minister: Rev. Stanley J.T. Hanna Nintendo game. The music, the the commercialism that surrounds Sunday: Youth Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. pretty lights and gaily decorated us has little to do with the real Morning Service at 11:00 a.m. stores and windows all encourage meaning of Christmas. To give as Youth Group at 6:30 p.m. us to spend for Christmas is a God has given to us, let us offer Adult Ministries Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. time for giving. warmth and comfort to someone who Wednesday: 12 Noon Service And so we plan and wrap our is lonely or homeless perhaps a Friday: 12 Noon Eucharist gifts, we decorate our homes and student, unable to go home for the prepare a feast. As the day comes holidays. Let us feast, and share FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH closer, our headache intensifies with someone who is hungry; let us Fourth Avenue at Bank Street 236-1804 and we secretly wish it were all show the love of the Christchild to Minister: E.J. Cox over. Is this all there is to Christ- someone in need. It is in this way mas? Thanks be to God, no, amidst our busy-ness that we truly Sunday Services: Morning Worship 11:00 AM humanity's version is not all there make time to worship the child GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH is. whose birthday we celebrate. Come, 650 Lyon Street 236-0617 Christmas is the celebration of let us adore him, Christ, the Lord! Minister: Rev. Jack Nield the birth of the Son of God. He was New Ventures in Celebration 9:30 AM (Family Service) born in a stable, probably a cave in Miriam Oxenford is Chaplain at Worship 11:00 AM plus the rock, among the homeless of our the Glebe Centre. Christian Development Program (ages 3-13) Miriam Oxenford retires ST. MATTHEW'S ANGLICAN CHURCH Glebe Avenue near Bank Street 234-4024 from Glebe Centre Priest-in-charge: The Rev. Janet Smith Miriam Oxenford retires this De- Holy Communion: 8:00 AM -:ember after four years as pastoral Choral Eucharist & Church School: 10:00 AM care co-ordinator at the Glebe Cen- Choral Evensong: 7:00 PM (first & third Sundays) tre. Responsible for spiritual and Weekday Eucharist: Thursday 10:00 AM religious care for residents and Counselling by appointment 234-4024 families, she has worked two days a (Handicapped accessible from parking lot. Loop System) week visiting residents one on one. THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) She set up a program of volunteer 91 A Fourth Avenue 232-9923 pastoral care visitors and trained Cleric Betty Hurst them. Sunday Service: 10:30 AM Now 66, she says that retirement CHINESE will be quite a change after so many OTTAWA UNITED CHURCH 600 Bank Street years of being involved. "It's been 594-4571 fun and I've enjoyed the people," Minister: Rev. Otto Ng. Co-worker: Rod Bennett she says. "I've learned a lot from Sunday Services: Sunday School 9:30AM the people here. Older people have Cantonese/Mandarin & English 11:00 AM an incredible amount of wisdom." OTTAWA DEAF FELLOWSHIP Total Communication at Fifth Avenue Free Methodist Church 2 Monk Street (1 block west of Bank & Fifth) Minister: Pastor Dick Foster Sunday Service: 2:00 P.M. Blue Christmas service Dec. 21 ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Bank Street at First Avenue 235-2551 Christmas is not a time of joy for Minister: Rev. Duncan Kennedy everyone. There are many in our Youth Coordinator: Colleen Smith community who find Christmas to Sunday Service: Worship11:00 AM Church School 11:15 AM be a difficult time. This is CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION AND ST. NICHOLAS particularly so if you have suffered (ORTHODOX CHURCH IN AMERICA)55 Clarey Avenue 236-5596 the death of a loved one in the past Clergy: The Rev'd Fr Andrew Morbey 523-1928 year. Others may just find a sad- The Rev'd Dr Symeon Rodger 725-9215 ness comes over them at Christmas. The Rev'd Fr Lionel Dixon On Sunday, December 21 at 4:30 VIGIL 5 pm Sat HOURS 9:30 & DIVINE LITURGY 10AM Sun p.m. we will have a Blue Christmas PRAYER SERVICE (Moleben/Akathist) 10AM Tuesdays Service. This service will acknowl- VESPERS 7PM Wednesdays LITURGY 7AM Thursdays edge the sadness, and focus on the peace that God offers. EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH (Hispanic Ministry) Everyone is welcome at Glebe-St. Bank St. at Fourth (Fourth Avenue Baptist) James Church. The service will be Pastor Rev. Pedro Morataya 741-0628 held in the sanctuary. Sunday Service: 3:00 PM Wed. Prayer Meeting 7:30 PM if you have news call the Editor at 236-4955 or write to the Glebe Report, P.O. Box 4794, . WOR DS Station E, Ottawa, KIS 5119. Glebe Report December 5, 1997 34 South branch library news BY 1-IMENE MERRITT Happy In keeping with the pattern of the past year, more changes are coming to Ottawa South Library. Holidays In December, we will be installing computers that will provide public ac- cess to the Internet. Upon presentation of a valid Library card, you may from all of reserve time on one of these stations on a day-to-day basis. The Ottawa South Library will also be holding an ongoing book sale in the us at KCC!!! Branch. The sheer volume of donations received from our readers and of books withdrawn from the collections to make room for constant new ar- Quality, colourful clothing for rivals has provided us with a sizeable stock and good selection of books to parties and play, offer on sale to you. South Branch, in conjunction with the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association, is trying this out as a pilot project to Gund toys and see whether book sales in branches are of interest to the community and a viable means of fundraising. Our books for sale will be located near the other playful gift ideas. magazines and newspapers. All proceeds from these sales will be applied to the purchase of additional computer equipment and library collections. Celebrate the Season with us on Dec. 7 UPCOMING EVENTS 2:004o 4:00 at Kid's Cosy Cottons 517 Sussex Dr. > Hear We will be resuming our author reading series on Thursday, January 8 at Sylvia Helen Vincent read from her award winning children's a 7:30 with reading by Brian Doyle. book: How Do Crocodiles Fly? CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS Bebes en la biblioteca: music, rhymes and stories for babies in 12:00 to 3:00 on Sussex Dr. > Family rides on a horse-drawn Spanish, Mondays at 9:15. wagon, Saturday stories and films for 4- to 7-year-olds. Saturdays at 2:00 to 3:30 on Sussex Dr. > Festive music of the Canadian 10:30 a.m. Centennial Choir and Storytime for 3- to 5-year-olds. Mondays and Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. and Wednesdays at 2:15. SANTA CLAUS !! lime for tvvos. Stories and films for 2-year-olds. Wednesdays at Kid's Cosy Cottons 10:15 a.m. January 7 to February 11 inclusive. Pre- registration. 517 Sussex Dr. 562-COSY (2679) Babes in the Library. Music, stories and rhymes for babies up to 18 months. Fridays at 1:15. January 9 to February 13 inclusive. Pre-regis- tration. Valentine's Day draw. Guess the number of candy hearts in the jar! Remember to include your name and telephone number. Valentine's Day Special: February 14, 2:00: Stories and a craft for Valentine's Day. For 4- to 7-year-olds. Pre-registration. 45 minutes. Brian Doyle to read January 8 BY HELENE MERRITT I have a brother, nine years my junior, who, like most brothers I am convinced, has never been an avid * Louise Tardif FCSI, CIM reader. A born librarian, I have forever been trying to convert him Investment Advisor and to this day believe that he 236-0103 somehow managed to get through high school reading nothing but Mad magazine. Except perhaps for one novel: Brian Doyle's Up to Low. I noticed this title in a book store once and immediately purchased it thinking The recipient of the 1997 Hans this was the opportunity of a life- Christian Andersen Award, Mr. time: our family owned a cabin Doyle will be reading at Ottawa tucked away in the woods of the South Branch Library on January 8, Gatineau Hills at the time and we 1998 at 7:30 p.m. could access it only by driving About my brother: he's still not through Low, Quebec, the setting of an avid reader but Christmas is this 1982 Brian Doyle novel. coming up: maybe I could con him Aha! thought I! Here's something with a title by John Grisham or my brother is bound to read: he'll Michael Crichton or . relate to this, he'll know what the author is talking about! 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