December 2015

Embassy Photo: Sam Garcia Unity and solidarity: People gathered at the Embassy of France on Sussex Dr. to share their grief and www.newedinburgh.ca support in the wake of the November 13 attacks in Paris. See page 9 for details. Two of three retail spaces booked at Minto site, but tenants still top secret By Jane Heintzman of the ground floor slab of of the project has also been A good selection of units on question. Perhaps we should Behind the hoarding at Minto Beechwood was slated resolved, and a special light all floors and in all price raise a glass to this one? Beechwood and MacKay, to begin in the second week feature is expected to be ranges is still available, and If you happen to observe Minto’s construction crew is of November and wrap up operational as the building a new five percent deposit construction activity on beavering away and it won’t about two weeks later. The takes shape in 2016. Kevin structure for smaller units the roof of the pharmacy be long before the building ground floor is the most com- promises more detail early in (below 1,000 square feet) has this winter, it may well be structure begins to emerge plicated of all the levels in the the New Year, and hopes to been introduced as an incen- Minto, not the owners of from the ground later this building, and once it’s com- organize a community event tive to firsttime buyers. the pharmacy building, who fall. High Rise Development pleted, the subsequent floors sometime in late summer to Yet again, we’re obliged are undertaking this minor Manager Kevin Harper is will be constructed at a rate launch the light installation to report that the identity of structural upgrade. City by- happy to report that work of roughly one every 10 days. (Lumière weekend comes to the retail occupants at Minto laws require that the owner is slightly ahead of sched- If all goes as planned, it’s mind). Beechwood remains shroud- of a large building located ule, creating some welcome hoped that the structure will After a predictably quiet ed in mystery, but it appears in close proximity to a much flexibility to accommodate be topped off by the end of summer, condo sales have that two of the three available smaller one is responsible for weather-related delays dur- February. reportedly rebounded this spaces are now locked down, the structural integrity of the ing the winter. He is particu- The cladding and colour fall, fuelled by Minto’s major while negotiations continue roof of the lower building larly pleased that the Record scheme of the building have Condomania event on Oct. to finalize the third. The only in the event of snow and ice of Site Condition recently been finalized in the last few 24 when hundreds of pro- tantalizing hint we were able spillover from the high rise. filed with the City and the weeks, and Kevin is confident spective buyers turned out to extract from Kevin is that Minto has already altered the Province reported a spot- that the materials will blend to investigate the options. one of the new businesses rooftop design of their build- lessly clean building site, an well with the streetscape and Half a dozen condos in Minto will be especially welcome, ing to minimize the problem, enviable record which is far age beautifully. The thorny Beechwood were sold that as it will “save residents a trip but is still planning to under- from the norm. question of how to add inter- weekend alone, the majority out of the neighbourhood” to take some minor reinforce- Kevin reports that pouring est to the blank west wall of them with two-bedrooms. secure the mystery item(s) in ment of the pharmacy roof. Help St. Bart’s bring a Syrian refugee family to Ottawa By Gina Watson are now asking is what can sponsor a Syrian refugee response so far has been very brother has been a parishio- The photo of Alan Kurdi they do to help Syrian refu- family,” says David Clunie, positive. Funds towards the ner at St. Aidan’s. Over the washed up on the beach, gees—the largest refugee Rector at St. Bartholomew’s $30,000 target are flowing in course of several years, the which circled through the movement since the Second Church on MacKay St. and people are volunteering people of St. Aidan’s have media this past summer, is World War. In September, Parish to do everything from filling come to know the extended seared into memory. “The St. Bartholomew’s Council and concerned out the forms to finding the family and understand their The question many people Anglican Church is taking parishioners gathered to learn family housing,” he said. plight. action. We are planning to about the situation in Syria “St Bart’s will bring the This is not the first time and the plight of one par- family to Canada under that St. Bart’s has sponsored ticular family, forced to flee the Private Sponsorship of a refugee family. Previously, Syria and living precariously Refugees program offered by families have been brought in Lebanon. the Canadian government. to Canada from Sudan and They are a family of five: We must provide financial Rwanda. father, mother and three chil- and other support to the fam- “There is renewed energy dren. The father worked as a ily for at least one year after around the issue of refugees. dental technician in Syria and they arrive in Canada,” he People in the parish and in the mother is an art teacher. said. “And we hope that the the community are stepping The father was kidnapped family will arrive within the forward to offer assistance” in Syria and the family had year.” says Clunie. “We welcome to pay a significant ransom The family that St. Bart’s anyone from the community to secure his release. They plans to sponsor would also who wants to get involved.” fled from Syria and cannot have the support of a relat- If you would like to con- go back. ed family that St. Aidan’s tribute to this initiative please “In order to bring this fam- Anglican Church in Ottawa is contact David Clunie at St ily to Canada we need to raise sponsoring. The mothers of Bartholomew’s at Stbarts@ $30,000,” said Clunie. “The both families are sisters. Their bellnet.ca. Page 2 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Strong support for exciting possibilities in New Edinburgh tion with present program- would have to be addressed. report on the Forum that can ming arrangements. They Residents suggested that be shared with the commu- thought the Fieldhouse in there would be a need for nity, and to consider what that Stanley Park could expand a sound business plan and to do more, and their view of a clear governance structure, pathway might look like and New Edinburgh House as a and raised questions about how it can be navigated. Tim Plumptre centre for NECTAR activities the relationship of such a Look for more information NECA President was that, while it provides structure to the three exist- on the New Edinburgh web- lots of programming, its room ing community organizations. site and in this publication as sizes, space constraints and In addition, issues related to we move ahead. access issues are significant noise, traffic, security, design A New Edinburgh Community at the same time. Through disadvantages that a new cen- – and of course funding – Forum co-hosted by the small group discussions at tre might overcome. would all require consider- Crichton Community Council tables spread about the room, Asked what kinds of pro- ation. Participants looked for- (CCCs), NECTAR and the participants were invited to gramming they’d like to have ward to a process that would New Edinburgh Community address the following issues: available, the groups were be open and transparent, and Alliance (NECA) has yielded satisfaction with current com- not short of ideas: music, provide further opportunities strong endorsement for pur- munity programming, the child care, fitness, visual arts, for community involvement suing the idea of a new com- desirability of moving for- community events and rental as plans evolve. munity centre for our neigh- ward with a possible new spaces were all mentioned, as The path sketched by the Deadline bourhood. community facility, the needs well as some possible com- forum participants promises Over 50 residents gathered such a facility might address, mercial aspects such as kaya- to be a long one, but the pos- for the next issue of the at St. Bartholomew’s church and the challenges involved king on the Rideau or a café sibilities for New Edinburgh New Edinburgh News hall on Oct. 29, 2015, to take in establishing such a facility. where residents could get are exciting. Representatives part in this forum and also With regard to the first together. of the co-hosting organiza- JAN 10 to participate in NECA’s question, participants Along the pathway to such tions expect to meet shortly [email protected] annual general meeting, held expressed some dissatisfac- facility, a lot of challenges to review a more detailed NECA MEETINGS All Welcome The NECA board meets nine times a year, normally on the third Tuesday of each month at 8:00 pm. No meetings in July, August, or December. During October, NECA holds its annual gen- eral meeting (AGM) and a regular board meeting. Meetings will be held at the NECTAR Centre, 255 MacKay Street. Meetings are open to all New Edinburgh residents. Anyone wishing to make a presentation to the board should please contact Tim Plumptre in advance to arrange scheduling. Our next meetings are: Tuesday, January 19, 8 pm Tuesday, February 16, 8 pm Any changes to this schedule will be posted in advance on the New Edinburgh website, newedinburgh.ca. Your NECA Representatives 2015-2016 Noor Ahmed Transportation & Safety 613-746-0354 [email protected] Sarah Anson-Cartwright 613-745-4194 [email protected] Patricia Begin 613-742-8838 [email protected] Sylvaine Bélanger [email protected] Ted Bennett [email protected] Roslyn Butler Secretary 613-746-8037 [email protected] Jennifer Irwin Jackson Communications 613-862-8777 [email protected] Gail McEachern Heritage & Development [email protected] Cindy Parkanyi Treasurer 613-745-8734 [email protected] Tim Plumptre President 613-852-6557 [email protected] Ex officio: Christina Leadlay New Edinburgh News 613-261-0442 [email protected] December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 3 Jane Heintzman honoured with Community Brick Builder Award By Jennifer Irwin Jackson blazers, and community lead- for the community as one tion herself in the heart of any The Brick Award for ers. of the paper’s principal con- issue that may impact New Community Builder is award- This year, the New tributors. If there is news Edinburgh. ed to individuals who make Edinburgh Community breaking to broadcast from We are very fortunate to a notable contribution to the Alliance (NECA) expand- Beechwood to Sussex, res- have her on our side when character and strength of our ed the criteria of the Brick idents and municipal lead- issues arise, protecting our community. Award and added a category ers go right to her. Eloquent, unique and rich history and New Edinburgh is not just to recognize these important compassionate, engaged… heritage, and makes us proud a grid of streets, lanes and contributions. this year’s recipient has been by spreading the word on our houses. It is a neighbourhood It was difficult to choose one active in the community for community’s vibrancy. packed with history and it individual for the Community years and continues to posi- is a neighbourhood packed Builder Brick Award as this with people who love liv- neighbourhood benefits from ing amongst the stories it a wealth of individuals dedi- NEW EDINBURGH NEWS holds. New Edinburgh is rich cated to enhancing all that we 255 MacKay Street, Ottawa, ON K1M 2B6 in architecture, green space, love about New Edinburgh… nationally-known waterways, but we have a very wor- historic bridges and official thy recipient. It is my plea- Publication dates: Oct. 1, Dec. 1, Feb. 1, April 1, June 1 residences. sure to present this year’s Inside the houses of this Community Builder Brick Deadlines: Sept. 10, Nov. 10, Jan. 10, March 10, May 10 neighbourhood are many Award to Jane Heintzman. Publisher: New Edinburgh Community Alliance individuals invested in main- The 2015 Community taining the vibrancy of the Builder Brick Award win- Advisory Committee: community, the connection ner is a central figure in Photo: Sarah Anson Cartwright Roslyn Butler Brian Gallant between neighbours, the the community. She was a NECA presented Jane Jane Heintzman David Horley beauty of the unique land- Heintzman with the Community strong advocate against the scape and the integrity of the Brick Builder Award for Jane’s Vanier Parkway extension, Gemma Kerr Cathy McConkey area’s history. contributions to the character which was the spark that Cindy Parkanyi Dave Rostenne There are many residents and strength of the neighbour- set the flame for the found- Jim Watson who stand out as social inno- hood. The award was presented ing of NECA and the New vators, history buffs, artists, during the NECA annual gen- Edinburgh News. And, she Managing Editor Christina Leadlay eral meeting, Oct. 29. storytellers, business trail- continued to voice her love [email protected] 78 Wurtemburg 613-261-0442 Great potential, shame about the name Associate Editor/ Senior Writer Most recently is its avia- 613-741-0276 Jane Heintzman tion and military history. I’m [email protected] told that one of the names put forward was North Star, Advertising Manager Brian Gallant a reference to one of the [email protected] Christina Leadlay Second World War aircraft that was flown from the for- Photographer Louise Imbeault Managing Editor mer Rockcliffe airbase. Not to mention the poetic celes- Production Manager Dave Rostenne tial connotations of the North Star, guiding people home. Distribution Manager Jonathan Blake “Wateridge Village at pointment, and I find that I’m Then there is the deep [email protected] Rockcliffe” has been selected not alone in this opinion. The indigenous history of the as the name for the future New Edinburgh residents I Rockcliffe lands, which Proofreaders Sandra Fraser development at the for- have spoken with agree that is ceded Algonquin ter- Cindy Parkanyi mer Rockcliffe air base, a Wateridge is neither particu- ritory. CLC could have massive swath of prime larly exciting, nor intriguing. gone the route of Windmill Submission Guidelines: Articles, photos and letters to the land located south of the It evokes the type of beige, Development Group for their editor may be submitted to the Editor. The Editor reserves Rockcliffe Parkway and east anodyne names dreamed up Chaudière Falls redevelop- the right to edit for length, content and legal considerations. of the Aviation parkway. in boardrooms for remote ment and chosen a name like Submissions selected for publication will be published in Canada Lands Corporation suburban developments. Zibi (an Algonquin word both a hardcopy and an electronic version. Letters to the edi- announced the name on Nov. CLC claims the logo, a tri- meaning “river”). The name tor must include the writer’s name, address and phone num- 9. In their press release, the colour swoosh of blue, green reveal sparked some contro- ber to be considered for publication. arm’s length, self-financing and a spiral of gold will versy, but a large portion of The New Edinburgh News (NEN) was established as a non- federal Crown corporation “serve as a visual reminder First Nations leaders support profit community newspaper in 1976 and is published five said this name was “selected of the connections between the project as an opportunity times a year by the New Edinburgh Community Alliance among many strong names as land, water and community at for employment and mean- (NECA) and supported by its advertisers. The New Edinburgh it evokes the natural physi- Rockcliffe. These three ele- ingful collaboration with the News is distributed free of charge by volunteers to residents cal features of the beautiful ments are central to both the rest of Canada. Plus I think of New Edinburgh as well as to area schools, libraries and Rockcliffe Lands site, which rich aboriginal and aviation Zibi is fun to say. local businesses. Views expressed in the NEN are those of lies on the shore of the Ottawa history of the site.” I ques- Whether it’s too late to contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the River and is home to many tion whether people are really change the name, let’s hope editorial staff, the publisher or the advertisers. natural ridges.” going to remember the logo, that the future of Wateridge The New Edinburgh News is also made available online at the I would love to see the 30 years after the develop- as an eco-friendly, self-sus- New Edinburgh community website: short list of “strong names”, ment is complete. It’s highly taining village will not disap- because if “Wateridge” is the unlikely. However, the name point. It’s a long-term proj- www.newedinburgh.ca strongest of the lot, that is Wateridge will be more last- ect that will have a profound disconcerting. ing, and it’s a shame this impact on the Manor Park My first reaction to the name didn’t give a nod to the and New Edinburgh commu- Printed in Smiths Falls by Performance Printing name “Wateridge” was disap- site’s rich history. nities. ISSN 0703-9042 Page 4 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Local church gives new hope to students in Liberia By Rev. Joel Crouse gregation, which has previ- After 120 years in the neigh- This is a success story ously built a well in Liberia, bourhood, St. John continues about what happens when sponsored four refugees from to be a strong supporter of the a diverse group of people the war-torn country and sent local food bank and the Gary comes together and refuses more than a thousand school J. Armstrong Centre, as well to give up. It’s the tale of two kits to Africa, began raising as funding a women’s medi- refugees determined to give money for the project. This cal clinic at the Shepherd’s of back. And it is a testament to was the easy part. In fact, this Good Hope. how a commitment from our neighborhood helped pay for Finally, the solution came small neighborhood in New the school through the New from another Liberian refu- Edinburgh can reach across Edinburgh Garage Sale and gee, Eric Wowoh in Texas, an ocean, and transform the donations made at several who, like Mr. Matthews, had lives of families on a faraway drumming festivals hosted at found success in a new home, continent. the church hall on Crichton and wanted to give back to This month, in the Liberian Street. his native country. Two days village of Galai, construction Despite overwhelming need after signing a contract to begins on the community’s among its citizens, Liberia work together, with St. John first school. Before rainy is a difficult place for non- committing additional funds, season arrives, the 10-room governmental organizations a group of villagers in Galai building is on track to be to work because of corrup- met to choose the spot where finished, providing education tion and bureaucratic red the school will stand. to hundreds of children, who tape. A committee at St. John This achievement is an have spent too many years sought to find a partner to instructive lesson for Canada, taking shifts in a one-room build the school, but there as we prepare to host 25,000 was a problem at every turn. new refugees from another Photo by Jesse Matthews house with no windows. Behind these happy students is the old school that will be repalced It took five long years for Some groups backed away war-torn part of the world. in Galai, Liberia, thanks to the tireless efforts of Crichton Street’s St. John Lutheran Church to because they could not nav- They will arrive here with St. John Lutheran Church. make this happen. The idea igate the red tape, another little but the grit and potential was first brought forward by group was turned down by to contribute to the fabric and back to the founding fami- When we truly embrace this a member at the church, a St. John because they wanted identity of this nation - like so lies of this neighborhood, diversity as a nation – and as former refugee from Liberia religious strings attached to many others before them. and youth focused on social a neighborhood – we are able named Jesse Matthews, who the project. Experts told us Like this country, St. John justice. Several of the fami- to accomplish miracles. Just knew firsthand that the chil- it could not be done. But we itself is a diverse group: a lies that worship on Sunday ask the parents in Galai, who dren in Galai desperately persevered. St. John, despite community of young pro- are also new Canadians. That will soon be sending their needed a school. The con- being a small church, has a fessionals and tradespeople, diversity is a gift – a driving children to a new school, with long history of persevering. seniors with roots that go force to get good deeds done. a roof to keep out the rain. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 5 Get involved in Ottawa 2017 and Sciences has selected Ottawa as the host city for the 2017 JUNO Awards. Ottawa has hosted the JUNO awards before and while this event was a great success, we want Jim Watson to do something even greater Mayor of Ottawa in 2017. Our vision is to fill the city with music across venues of all sizes, ending with the Awards Gala at the In 2017, Canada will cele- Canada’s confederation. Canadian Tire Centre. brate 150 years as a nation. This is an exciting opportu- As diverse as Canadians We are working hard to pre- nity to not only commemorate are, we plan to host an pare Ottawa to welcome the the progress we’ve made as a equally diverse selection Mayor Jim Watson, along with MPPs Yasir Naqvi and Bob Chiarelli, country as host of these cel- nation, but it is a chance to of large signature events. Ottawa 2017 Bureau Director Guy Laflamme and representatives ebrations. I still remember the look to the future. The energy, Joining the JUNO awards in from the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, cel- excitement of Expo ’67 dur- excitement and investments 2017, Ottawa is set to host ebrate Ottawa being named host to the 2017 JUNO Awards. ing Canada’s centennial year. generated by Ottawa’s 2017 the Canadian Video Game Canada rallied together to celebrations will serve as a Awards, Canadian Track and Canadiens and the Ottawa Line Light Rail project which create a year of memories and catalyst for long-term tourism Field Championships, The Senators. I believe it would will be truly transformative. experiences that crossed gen- growth. Canadian Olympic Curling be a fitting tribute to com- 2017 is also expected to mark erations, and we plan to do it In fact, tourism is Ottawa’s Trials - Roar of the Rings and memorate Canada’s favourite the opening of the Ottawa once again during Canada’s third largest economic sector, many more to be announced. past-time through hosting Innovation Centre and the sesquicentennial. after the public service and Along with Ottawa 2017, an outdoor Winter Classic opening of a new Ottawa Art That is why Ottawa Tourism high tech industry. Our aim in the City of Ottawa is work- between these two historic Gallery and revitalized Arts along with the City of Ottawa 2017 is to generate a signifi- ing hard to attract the CFL’s franchises. Court. and community partners cre- cant boost in tourism, which Grey Cup and an NHL Winter In addition to preparing a Ottawa 2017 will be a once- ated the Ottawa 2017 Bureau. presents a tremendous oppor- Classic. year of memorable celebra- in-a-lifetime celebration As the spotlight descends tunity for local businesses to I am particularly excited tions, the city is undergo- and I encourage you to get upon the capital, Ottawa grow, hire, and we have made at the prospect of a Winter ing unprecedented growth involved. If you would like 2017 is working hard to posi- significant progress so far. Classic as December 19, 2017 and infrastructure renewal to to plan your own commu- tion Ottawa as THE place I recently had the pleasure marks the 100th anniversary ensure we are ready to wel- nity event, volunteer or sim- for all Canadians to celebrate to announce that the Canadian of the first NHL game ever come the nation. At the centre ply learn more, visit www. the 150th anniversary of Academy of Recording Arts played, between the Montreal of this is the Confederation ottawa2017.ca. Secondary school boundaries under review ber of specialty high schools Education as an area where School Review consulta- offering programs to students the OCDSB spends more tions will be included on the from across the Board. These than the amount the Province agenda. Stay tuned for more are: designates for that purpose. details. • The Arts program at Zone meeting To reach Chris Ellis, please Canterbury HS call 613-818-7350, email Chris Ellis • The High Performance My next zone meeting will [email protected] or visit Public School Trustee, Zone 6 Athlete Program at John be in late January. Secondary www.SchoolZone6.org. McCrae Secondary School • The International Baccalaureate (IB) In the next three years, the tinuously for meaningful Program at Colonel By Ottawa-Carleton District Board-wide consultations. Secondary School. School Board (OCDSB) will Two information reports As the Board addresses be reviewing the boundar- have recently been presented high school accommodation ies and programs of all its to trustees: issues, there is a sense that schools and what facilities are • Report 15-126, Secondary we should consider how these needed throughout the Board. School Review: Secondary specialty programs are struc- Beginning with secondary High Skills Major (special- tured before getting into area schools in the current school ized grade 11 and 12 pro- reviews. Do we need more year, the Board will look at grams related to 19 indus- specialty high schools, fewer programs and how schools try sectors such as con- or do we have the right bal- can be configured (e.g. JK struction and health); and ance? to 8, JK to 6, 9 to 12, 7 to • Report 15-127, Secondary 2016-2017 Budget 12, middle schools) to best School Review: School meet on-the-ground commu- Configurations (includes The first report from OCDSB nity needs. Once options and possibility of more schools staff on considerations for priorities have been explored, with grades 7 to 12). the 2016-2017 budget sig- individual schools will be The probable consultation nals that cuts will likely be reviewed on an area-by-area period for the two reports is necessary and that significant basis. from November to January. cuts “can only be achieved During this process, as your Reports including recommen- by the reduction of spaces trustee, I will be available to dations on desirable options occupied and maintained by discuss your views and any will tentatively be present- the OCDSB”. In other words, concerns by phone, e-mail ed to trustees in February it is probable that decisions and through my website. I for decision at the end of to close some schools will will also hold regular Zone February. be made in 2016-2017. The meetings and advocate con- The OCDSB has a num- report also identifies Special Page 6 New Edinburgh News December 2015 pagne, j’ai eu l’occasion de présenter des priorités qui sont importantes pour nous tous : • Faire en sorte que les Mauril Bélanger fonctionnaires soient trai- Madeleine Meilleur MP Ottawa-Vanier tés équitablement et avec MPP Ottawa-Vanier respect. • Faire en sorte que le réa- ménagement de la base A new government aérienne de Rockcliffe Preventing child abuse soit guidé par la nécessité Le français suit everyone to have a place There is no commitment ers, operators or employees d’atteindre les objectifs First, I would like to thank one can call “home”. higher than the one we have of child care programs or cen- the constituents of Ottawa– I intend to act on those pri- d’équilibre, de viabilité et to our children. While many tres, police, and lawyers. Vanier for re-electing me as orities and look forward to de durabilité. Il s’agit de children receive uncondition- This responsibility is not their representative in the taking an active role in the l’un des projets les plus al love and support from their new. There has been a general House of Commons. 42nd Parliament. attendus d’Ottawa et cela parents or guardians, not all statutory obligation to report For the eighth consecutive Canadians from coast to représente une belle oppor- are so fortunate. It is our col- a child in need of protection term, I am proud to be able coast to coast have chosen a tunité au niveau de la plani- lective responsibility to make since 1965. Those reporting to continue my work as a new and positive Liberal gov- fication urbaine. sure no child falls through the abuse or neglect to a CAS Member of Parliament and ernment, one with an ambi- • Lutter pour la poursuite de cracks. do not need to be certain a address issues that are impor- tious vision for the future and la livraison du courrier à Our province is committed child is in need of protection. to supporting a child wel- “Reasonable grounds” refers tant to the riding as well as a real plan for a strong middle domicile. Il est nécessaire Canada. class. fare system that protects vul- to the information that an de rechercher une solu- nerable children and youth. average person, using normal During the campaign, I had An example of the positive tion plus terre à terre que the opportunity to highlight In Ontario, Children’s Aid and honest judgment, would change which I am very proud la simple élimination de priorities which are important our Liberal government will Societies (CASs) are man- need in order to decide to ce service. Une solution to us all: be implementing is that we dated to protect children who report. The Child and Family • Ensure public servants are will prioritize significant new qui permettrait d’assurer are, or are at risk of, suffering Services Act (CFSA) speci- treated fairly and respect- investments in affordable la viabilité financière de abuse or neglect. CASs are fies that a person who acts fully. housing and seniors facilities Postes Canada tout en com- required to assess all reports in accordance with the duty to report is protected from • Make sure the Rockcliffe as part of our new, ten-year pliquant moins la vie des of suspected child abuse and neglect, and provide neces- liability, unless the person air base redevelopment investment of nearly $20 bil- gens. is driven by the need for • Lutter pour des loge- sary services to all children in acts maliciously or without lion in social infrastructure. reasonable grounds for the balance, viability and sus- ments plus abordables et need of protection. The duty to help keep all suspicion. tainability. This is one of * * * le droit de chacun d’avoir Ottawa’s most anticipated children safe is not limited They say it takes a village Un nouveau gouvernement un endroit que l’on peut to the government alone. On to raise a child, and it is our projects and a very signifi- appeler « mon chez-nous ». cant urban planning oppor- J’aimerais premièrement this, the law is clear: every collective duty as a society Je compte également pren- tunity. remercier les commet- person who has reasonable to make sure each and every • Fight for the continua- tants d’Ottawa-Vanier de dre une part active aux grounds to suspect that a child child in our province has tion of door-to-door mail m’avoir réélu en tant que leur travaux et aux délibérations is or may be in need of pro- an equal chance at a bright delivery. A more grounded représentant à la Chambre des de la 42e législature. tection must report that sus- future. solution than simple elimi- communes. Les Canadiens, d’un océan picion promptly and directly If you suspect a child you nation of this service is Je suis fier d’être en mesure à l’autre, ont choisi un nou- to a CAS. This includes indi- know is suffering abuse or required, which would de poursuivre, pour un veau gouvernement libéral viduals who perform profes- neglect, please contact the ensure financial sustain- huitième mandat consécu- positif, un gouvernement qui sional or official duties with Children’s Aid Society of ability of Canada Post tif, mon travail en tant que respect to children, such as Ottawa at 613-747-7800. a une vision ambitieuse de health care workers, teach- while making things less député fédéral sur des enjeux l’avenir et un plan solide pour complicated for people. d’importance pour la circon- renforcer la classe moyenne. • Fight for more affordable scription et pour le Canada. Un exemple du changement housing and the right for Tout au long de cette cam- positif planifié par notre gou- vernement libéral et dont je suis très fier, est la priorisa- tion de nouveaux investisse- ments dans les logements abordables et les résidences pour personnes âgées, dans le cadre de notre investissement historique dans les infrastruc- tures sociales de presque 20 milliards de dollars sur dix ans. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 7 Quartier Vanier: 2015 year in review for almost 110,000 jobs, or the city. However, none can approximately one in five of quite compare with the mag- all jobs enumerated in the nificent ones found in the city that year. Ottawa’s BIAs QVBIA, thanks to the tal- employ people in more than ent of a local horticultural- By Jamie Kwong, 20 different employment sec- ist, Karen Hogan, who was Executive Director tors, which include: federal referred to the QVBIA by Quartier Vanier Business public administration, profes- Councillor Mathieu Fleury Improvement Area sional services, accommoda- (Rideau-Vanier Ward). 2015 has been a very busy tion and food services, retail, Other QVBIA beautifica- year for the Quartier Vanier and manufacturing (City of tion initiatives underway at Business Improvement Area. Ottawa’s Economic Update the moment include proactive QVBIA is a not-for-profit BIA Edition, 2015). graffiti removal services, new organization which repre- Highlights of the year: decorative banners installed sents over 466 property and Beautification along the three mainstreets, business owners. Our mission façade improvement grants is to represent, enhance and Under the direction of the promote a prosperous busi- Board of Directors, the to incentivize business and ness area along our diverse, vibrant and historic main- The Quartier Vanier Business Improvement Area Map: Beechwood streets. Our vision is to create Ave., Montréal Rd. and McArthur Ave. an environment where cre- ativity is welcomed. and 32 LED upgraded over- and Lumière Festival, the The overarching goals of hanging lights were installed QVBIA played a lead role in the QVBIA are: on the Beechwood corridor. organizing the Future Block • To promote the Quartier For this specific project, the Party, a free community event Vanier area as an attractive QVBIA has partnered with which brought together over business area the City of Ottawa to invest 30 organizations to creative- • To invest in the beauti- a total of $140,000 in the ly animate what was once a fication of the three beautification of Beechwood, vacant lot in Vanier. As we mainstreets (Beechwood with the QVBIA contributing wrap up this year, the QVBIA $60,000 towards the large- Avenue, McArthur Avenue looks forward to continuing and Montréal Road), scale project. implementing strategies to work towards a vision for Marketing and economic the Quartier Vanier area as that make our three main- development streets more attractive and a vibrant, diverse destination Another major focus of the welcoming for property area in Ottawa. Please stay owners, business owners, QVBIA this year was to share tuned as we will be host- patrons and local residents with all of Ottawa the amaz- ing our Annual General • To raise awareness and Photo by Claude Brazeau ing attributes of this dynam- Meeting in late January 2016 increase engagement with Local horticulturalist Karen Hogan helped make QVBIA’s distinc- ic, urban area. To this end, where we will share with the tive large flower pots magnificent this summer. the QVBIA actively sought our local stakeholders community the exciting ini- out opportunities to engage BIAs and the Ottawa econ- with the local community tiatives in store for 2016! omy: Update QVBIA has many beautifi- property owners to invest groups. It is our belief that Thank you for your sup- According to a recent report cation initiatives underway in their buildings. Another a strong, cohesive and col- port of our 466 merchants in from the City of Ottawa’s right now, including the Large major QVBIA project in laborative community are the Quartier Vanier Business Economic Development and Red Flower Planter project 2015 was the installation the key ingredients for the Improvement Area! Innovation Department, the spearheaded by former direc- of new LED Lampposts for success of any neighbour- For more details on the QVBIA ranks fourth high- tor Marwan Rassi, former Beechwood Avenue! Twenty- hood. In addition to taking QVBIA, contact Jamie Kwong est of the 18 BIAs in Ottawa owner of Rassi Coiffure Inc. two LED pedestrian lights part in Beechwood Solstice at [email protected]. in terms of employment, on Beechwood. The QVBIA accounting for 8, 611 jobs (7, was the first to bring these 241 of those jobs being full- large planters into the com- time and 1,370 part-time). munity. Now, there are simi- Across the city of Ottawa as lar large flower planters in a whole, the 18 BIAs account many other areas throughout Page 8 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Deadline for the next issue of the Construction season winds down, New Edinburgh News: JAN 10 budget season gears up City’s HCDs – http://bit.ly/ HCDStoryMap. Budget 2016 The draft budget was tabled Tobi Nussbaum on Nov. 12. Throughout the month of November and into City Councillor, Ward 13 early December, committees and boards have and will con- tinue to deliberate budgets for Construction on the east will resume in the spring of the departments they over- Minto Bridge span will con- 2017and vehicles will be per- see. Members of public can tinue with sandblasting and mitted to use all three bridges attend the remaining commit- deck installation before shut- again in the summer of 2017. tee meetings to offer their ting down in mid December. I will continue to work with views and suggestions before All three bridges will be open City staff to maintain pedes- the final budget is approved. to pedestrians and cyclists trian access when possible. Here are the committee dates. over the winter until work I invite you to attend. Heritage Conservation begins again in the spring. • French Language Advisory District Some landscaping and site Committee – Nov. 26 reinstatement for the eastern The public comment period • Environment Committee – bridge will be carried out in for the New Edinburgh plan Nov. 27 spring 2016. Construction for is now closed. City planners • Community and Protective the central bridge will start have received a large vol- Services Committee – Nov. in summer 2016 and most ume of constructive and help- 30 of that work will be concen- ful feedback. Staff will be • Finance and Economic trated on Maple Island rath- working to incorporate this Development Committee – er than Stanley Park. Crews feedback into the final draft Dec. 1 are on track to have all the documents which are now • Transportation Committee bridges fully re-open perma- expected to be considered – Dec. 2 nently for pedestrians and by the Built Heritage Sub- • Transit Commission – Dec. cyclists by the end of 2016. Committee on Jan. 14, and 3 Final work on the centre span by the Planning Committee • IT Sub-Committee – Dec. on Jan. 26, 2016. Both meet- 4 ings will offer an opportunity Council will vote on the final for members of the public to budget on Dec. 9, 2015. I will present their views, either in continue to provide updates person or in writing before and reflections on the 2016 they go to Council for final budget process via my web- approval on Feb. 10 2016. site, www.tobinussbaum.ca. For those interested, the If you visit the website now, City has created a story you will have access to the map of Ottawa’s Heritage report that resulted from the Conservation Districts budget consultations I co- (HCDs). This web tool iden- hosted with Rideau-Vanier tifies the location and pro- Councillor Mathieu Fleury. vides information on all the HELP WANTED! Does the newspaper business pique your interest? Are you an organized, detail-oriented resident of the community with a few hours to spare every couple of months? The New Edinburgh News has a volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking for an account executive to manage client relationship with advertisers. Primary tasks include communicating advertising submission requirements and deadlines to existing clients, and following up with the renewal of their advertising campaigns. Excellent community and customer service skills are an asset. If interested, contact Brian the advertising manager at nen- [email protected]. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 9 News You May Have Missed Christmas Services By Christina Leadlay and the final recommendations from 6-8 p.m. at 40 Elgin St. A listing of area churches Jane Heintzman are presented to Planning Learn more at www.ncc-cnn. offering Christmas and Committee in the spring of gc.ca. Vigil at French Embassy Advent services. See websites 2016. If passed, the new rules 259 Beechwood to be for details. will be the first major change demolished to Ottawa parking require- MACKAY UNITED ments in over 50 years. These Ottawa East News reported 39 Dufferin Rd. 613-749- measures could have a major that city’s built heritage sub- 8727, mackayunitedchurch. impact on congestion in the committee has approved plans com Beechwood corridor. to demolish 259 Beechwood Dec. 20, 7 pm - Coming in Ave. to make way for three Out of the Blue Christmas Could our MP be the next two-storey units with vary- House Speaker? Service. ing setbacks, to be built by Dec. 24, 4:30 pm - Ottawa-Vanier’s Liberal MP Arcon Homes. The original Christmas Eve intergenera- Mauril Bélanger has report- structure, built in 1953, is tional service with commu- ST. COLUMBA edly been lobbying hard to be a one-and-a-half storey sin- nion. chosen as the next Speaker gle-family home fronting 24 Sandridge Rd. 613-749- of the House of Commons. Beechwood and has a stone ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN 5103, stcolumbaottawa.ca Current Speaker Andrew wall marking the change in 326 MacKay St. 613-749- Dec. 24, 4 pm - Family ser- Embassy Photo: Sam Garcia Scheer (a Conservative from grade from sidewalk to front 1731, stlukeottawa.org vice with children’s story- Following the horrific attacks Regina, Sask.) has not put his yard. Corona Ave. resident Dec. 1, noon - Advent lunch time in Paris, France, on Nov. 13, name to stand for the Dec. 3 Susan Ross was quoted as with fellowship and singing Dec. 24, 9 pm - Choral diplomatic leaders in Ottawa election, to be conducted for saying while the developer Dec. 6 and Dec. 13, 10:30 Eucharist with candlelight gathered outside the Embassy the first time by preferential has been cooperative and am - Advent services and carols of France on Sussex Drive to ballot. Other Liberal MPs in neighbourly, she would have Dec. 20, 10:30 am - Dec. 25, 9:30 am - Holy express condolences in mem- the running include Halifax’s liked the applicant to have Children’s Christmas pageant Eucharist ory of the victims. Dozens of Geoff Regan, Quebec’s Denis paid more attention to the cul- and Jesus’ birthday party Dec. 27, 9:30 am - Choral bouquets of flowers lined the Paradis, Newfoundland’s tural heritage impact assess- Dec. 24, 7 pm - Christmas Eucharist fence outside the chancellery, Scott Simms and Toronto’s ment. Sub-committee chair, Eve candlelight and carol ST. ANDREW’S which was the site of a candle- Yasmin Ratansi. Bélanger Tobi Nussbaum, said Ross’s service 82 Kent at Wellington, 613- light vigil on Nov. 14. Flags has been our area’s MP for points need to be considered Dec. 25, 10:30 am - 232-9042, StAndrewsOttawa. were lowered out of respect at 20 years and is bilingual. as part of the Beechwood Christmas Day ca/Christmas the embassy, Parliament Hill, The role of Speaker brings Community Design Plan ST. JOHN LUTHERAN Dec. 20, 4 pm - Brass an extra $80,100 on top of and the Rockcliffe Park and at Ottawa City Hall. 270 Crichton St. 613-749- ensemble and candlelight the base MP salary, a car and Secondary Plan. carols with the Choir of St. Changes for parking space driver, private apartment in 6953, stjohnlutheran.ca mandate Royal Swans to winter at Dec. 6 and 10, 10 am - Andrew’s Church. Centre Block and the offi- Park Safari Dec. 21, 7 pm - The Blue In keeping with the city’s cial residence known as “The Advent services push to reduce car depen- Dec. 20, 10 am—Children’s Christmas service allows Farm” in the Gatineau Hills. music and words to touch dence, planners are recom- The Speaker also chairs the Christmas pageant and lun- mending a significant reduc- cheon held in main hall at the hurting heart, and to light powerful Board of Internal a candle in the midst of the tion of the minimum number Economy. MacDonald-Cartier Academy of parking spaces required Dec. 24, 7:30 pm— darkness. for new small residential and Capital Urbanism Lectures Christmas Eve Candlelight Dec. 24, 6:30 pm - The mixed commercial/residential The Capital Urbanism Lab, Service children and youth of launched by the National Dec. 25, 10:30 am— St. Andrew’s present the developments in the urban Photo by Simon Leadlay core. Draft recommendations Capital Commission last Christmas Day Service held Christmas pageant & carols. include: year at 40 Elgin St., hosted Ottawa’s royal swans ended in the main lounge of the Dec. 24, 10 pm - The Choir • For the inner urban area: more than 35 mostly full- their summer on the Rideau Gary J. Armstrong Long of St. Andrew’s leads us small-scale developments, house events. The NCC has River on Nov. 5 and are now Term Care Facility, Porter in the Lessons and Carols. both residential and non- followed up this year with wintering this year at Parc Island. Experience an hour of assur- residential, would be a series of 10 lectures on Safari located near Montreal, Dec. 27, 10 am—First ance and beauty, of scripture exempt from minimum urban themes, which kicked according to the Ottawa Sunday of Christmas lessons and song, of anthem and meditation. parking requirements. off in October with presen- Citizen. Since the 1960s, the ST. BARTHOLOMEW’S Parking for non-residential tations on Eco-design for swans have spent the winter Dec. 25, 11 am - Celebrate 125 MacKay St. 613-745- the birth of our Saviour with uses, like retail, would be Cities and Suburbs, and on in a heated wooden structure 7834, stbartsottawa.ca Tactical Urbanism. Coming on Leitrim Road, but Kevin joy-filled carols and read- reduced by half. Visit website for details. • For Mainstreet (including up in December and in 2016 Wylie, general manager of ings. Beechwood) and urban are seven presentations on public works, said “signifi- mixed-use areas: exemp- a variety of fascinating top- cant operational and safety tions for parking spaces ics, many of them with direct concerns” have made the would apply to low-rise bearing on our community: building unsafe for the birds. apartment buildings (under • Dec. 3 — Archeology The city has entered into a four storeys), apartments in in the Capital Region: two-year partnership with mixed-use buildings, busi- Discovering our Past Parc Safari for the swans’ nesses under 5,500 square • Jan. 14 — Urbanism Online winter care, which will cost feet, grocery stores under • Feb. 18 — Creating a River $22,000, plus feed and vet- 10,700 square feet and Culture in the Capital erinary care – the same cost offices on or above the sec- • March 16 — The “ART” of for housing and care for the ond storey. City Building swans in Ottawa. Parc Safari A series of consultations on • April 7 — Park Stewardship: has “quite a nice setup,” for the possible changes will Best Practices the birds, said Laila Gibbons, wrap up Dec. 18. (contact • May 4 — Urban Forests city manager of parks, build- minimumparking@ottawa. • June 21 — Aboriginal ings and grounds services. ca) One more round of con- Architecture and Design There are nine mute swans sultations is planned before Most lectures will take place and two Australian swans. Page 10 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Burgh Business Briefs - By Elizabeth Gray-Smith and Jane Heintzman - THANK YOU TO OUR ADVERTISERS of savoury pies, tourtières, specialty cookies and cakes As we approach the end of another eventful year, the New for holiday entertaining. If Edinburgh News staff salute our loyal advertisers, many of you haven’t yet sampled the whom have been longstanding supporters—some of whom savoury pies such as curried have been with us since the earliest days of our paper. The veggie sweet potato, curried simple but compelling fact is that without the support of these turkey sweet potato, Aussie businesses, the NEN could not continue to bring you the pie, and of course, tourtière, regular round-up of happenings in the neighbourhood that they’re well worth a special you’ve come to anticipate and, we hope, enjoy. For the major- trip to the store. In our house, ity of our regular advertisers, subscribing to our paper is first they’re a simple and satisfy- and foremost an expression of support for the community as ing staple, not only at holiday opposed to purely for promotional purposes (though we hope meals but throughout the win- to be of some value in the latter capacity as well!) We are ter when the weather is chilly extremely grateful for their loyalty and support, and look for- and appetites are hearty. ward to working with them in the coming year. If the business continues to If you’re a new business in the area and are interested in thrive and grow at its cur- joining our advertising roster, you’re welcome to get in touch rent pace, Chris is hopeful with us. You’ll find all our contact information on page 3 that at some point in the not of this issue, as well as on the community website at www. too distant future, a satel- newedinburgh.ca (click on News and Events, follow the link Photo by Louise Imbeault Bread and Roses’ new manager Sean Giroux with owner Chris lite business may be in the to the New Edinburgh News). You can also check out our cards–fingers crossed that the Advertising Rate Sheet online. Green. shops such as Jacobson’s a deli manager and even in new location will be back on New things rising at bakery could be firmly established. and Epicuria in our own the fresh produce area. The Beechwood where Bread and It’s fast approaching five Regrettably, the plan encoun- neighbourhood, as well as bakery is a new and wel- Roses got its start over two years since the fateful tered some bumps on the Ideal Coffee in the ByWard come challenge, which Sean decades ago! We wish Chris, Beechwood fire destroyed road, as at the time of the Market. At the same time, is tackling with enthusiasm, Sean and all the staff at the our community’s commercial move, wholesale clients were the bakery has taken hold in and he is optimistic about bakery a happy holiday sea- core, and drove even the sur- feeling the pinch of a lack- the Manor Park area where the prospects for building an son and continuing success in viving businesses to seek new lustre economy and cutting its regular retail clientele is even stronger business in the the New Year. JH locations. When Bread and back on their orders, while steadily expanding, and the St. Laurent location. Taking it beyond poinset- Roses owner Chris Green the retail business proved staff has been beefed up to a Another piece of good tias sporadic. And in its first year was forced out of his bus- complement of nine to handle news at Bread and Roses, Walk into Mood Moss tling bakery in the heart of the bakery was plagued by an the growing demand. particularly for those of us unusually long, harsh winter. Flowers right at 9am and our shopping area, he opted Following the departure of who have been loyal clients you’ll find a calm not typi- for more spacious premises Happily, those lean years Isabella, the cheerful front- since the bakery’s first days have passed, and the bakery cal of its usual daily energy. at 323 St. Laurent Blvd., of-house operations manager 25 years ago, is the return of Aprons are hung, vases are partly in the hope that the is now thriving in its new before she returned to her Norbert Weiler, (referred to location, fuelled by a robust neatly stacked, flowers and larger production facilities native Australia last summer, by Sean as “Dr. N”), the mas- greenery rest undisturbed could serve as a base for and expanding wholesale Sean Giroux has taken over ter bread baker who many operation. Bread and Roses in the walk-in fridge, and an expanded wholesale dis- as bakery manager, bringing will remember as the creator owner Eric Cardinal stands tribution operation to offset products –in particular Chris’ to bear 16 years of experience of the gluten free and organic popular line of sourdough momentarily in one place. the dauntingly high costs of in the food business. Sean has loaves which drew customers But the calm doesn’t last. the move, and buttress the baguettes– are now available “done it all” when it comes to to Beechwood from all over in a wide range of food stores In just 10 minutes, the staff retail business until a new the food trade, having worked the city. Norbert moved on to begins to walk in, grab an Manor Park-based clientele and cafés throughout the city, as a butcher, a cheesemonger, other employment when times including high-end specialty apron and get to work. It were tough at the bakery, but doesn’t take long for flowers he has recently returned to the to be pulled from the fridge, fold and is busily working on for stem trimmings to fly to a new organic bread line and the floor, and the sound of a red fife wheat bread to be craft paper being cut with introduced to the neighbour- razor precision to fill the air. hood early in the New Year. “This is one of the busiest Welcome back, Norbert! times of the year for us,” said Needless to say, Bread Eric. and Roses will be hopping In the weeks leading up through the Christmas season, to the first big snowfall, the with its traditional offering store is busy, populated with December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 11 the shelves and coolers for farm in Cornwall, U.K., and handsome gift baskets are an specialty items or gifts for packaged in rustic clay pots. ideal option for those who friends and relatives. And to Also on the shelves this year dread the mad crush of shop- make it even more captivat- are decorative olive boards, ping malls and overcrowded ing, these displays are con- spoons and bowls made by parking lots. You’ll find a gift stantly changing so there’s hand in Andalusia, Spain, catalogue on the website at always something new to from the trunks of fallen olive www.jacobsons.ca and you catch your eye. trees. After all these years, can order online and have Though the store ranks Susan knows her community your order shipped anywhere high on the eye-appeal well, and let’s face it; we’re a in Canada. There are also gift scale throughout the year, doggy crowd. For your pam- catalogues available at the Jacobson’s at Christmastime pered pooch, she’s offering store. is right off the charts. Each an entertaining selection of Santa Claus himself will year, owner Susan Jacobson Harry Barker toys (including be dropping by the store on and her staff close shop fleece slippers!) and doggy December 12, and if last for several days in early Christmas stockings, so no year’s visit is any guide, November, and beaver away member of your household plenty of eager children and to transform the premises into need be left out on the big adults alike will be on hand a dazzling display of holiday day. to greet him. Wonder if he’ll merchandise, with specialty As always, Jacobson’s leg- get a tangy chunk of five- Photo by Elizabeth Gray-Smith Christmas décor is ready to go at Mood Moss Flowers. items from all over the globe endary cheeses will be flying year old Parmesan to take the to tempt your palate, decorate Christmas décor. Artificial- “It is just this great main street your table or tree, fill family berry wreaths pop in red and right next to downtown,” he Christmas stockings, spruce white on the walls, modern said. “I took a gamble tak- up your kitchen, or enliven wooden tree mantle decora- ing a 10-year lease, but it all holiday entertaining. And did tions stand tall on counter- worked out. I hope to help I mention hostess gifts? It’s a tops, and ornaments hang make Beechwood Avenue a one-stop shop for these items from the surrounding walls. destination street again.” throughout the year, but in the “We are not just ready to go Contact Eric and the Christmas season, it’s virtu- with the Christmas season, Mood Moss team at ally an essential service! we are already doing it,” he moodmossflowers.com or Susan’s Christmas extrav- said. call 613-741-1774. EGS aganzas are the product of Eric is on his way out – out Jacobson’s: Action Central a full year of preparation, to spend the morning doing for the festive season including extensive travels the rounds with clients who For close to a decade, in Europe and the U.K. to have requested outdoor win- search out distinctive high ter planters. This is the ulti- Jacobson’s has been a jewel in the crown of the retail quality items. She has made a mate service in seasonal curb practice of introducing a new appeal. You’d be hard-pressed community on Beechwood, combining high quality mer- range of merchandise each Photo by Marie Mullally not to see his work on your Christmas, and this year is Jacobson’s owner Susan Jacobson with Terri Dubi and Meaghan daily commute, either on the chandise from both local and international sources with no exception, with an abun- Kenny. doorsteps of your neighbours dance of tempting possibili- or bookending Bridgehead’s eye-catching in-store displays and efficient, friendly service. ties for holiday decorating, off the shelf this year as a place of milk and cookies this front door. entertaining and gift giving staple of holiday entertaining. year? JH Give Eric an urn and he’ll In recent years, its renowned collection of fine cheeses has adorning the shelves at 137 Susan is introducing a few Keeping local eyes on-trend find the right balance. “I add Beechwood. High on the new lines for the holidays, evergreens, magnolia, pine- made it a destination business With over 1,000 frames to for cheese lovers throughout agenda is an extensive line including five-year old Italian cones, dogwood, artificial of intriguing and colourful Bonati parmesan, a 30 kg peruse and choose from and berries, and birch ornaments. the National Capital Region, a top-notch assortment of and cemented its reputation Christmas ornaments made whopper of a cheese of which Last year it was all about by U.K. designer Gisela there are only two in Canada brands – from Jimmy Choo, stars, but this year I add balls as a leading light on Ottawa’s Ray-Ban, Fendi, Gucci, to Jill gourmet food scene. Graham (giselagraham. –one right here in our ‘hood! made of birch.” co.uk/collections/). To complement the cheeses, Stuart – Nuvo Optometry is But, it isn’t just about the Regulars at Jacobson’s will the “it” place for eyewear in be aware that visiting the And at this dark season, you’ll find fresh breads from outdoor arrangements. Many there are candles galore to Nat’s Bread, True Loaf and the area. And, with sophis- of his regular and returning shop is a far cry from a quick ticated and trusted optome- trip to the grocery store, when light up your dining table or our local Bread and Roses, customers ring him for that living room. The new import- along with an endless array try services in the back, one eye-popping centrepiece. you hone in on the items on might just call it a one-stop- your list and make a beeline ed selection includes elegant of fine crackers and biscuits. “They want something they True Grace beeswax candles, Last but not least, Jacobson’s can show off at the early- for the cashier. Even if you Continued on page 12 have a list when you drop with such natural fragrances December holiday party that as flowers, cucumbers and will last until Christmas day,” in at Jacobson’s, it’s impos- sible to resist a lingering look fresh tomatoes capturing the he said. “There’s lots we can aura of the English country- do.” at the appealing displays of intriguing and often unusu- side, and St. Eval all natural Eric opened the floral bou- candles made on an organic tique just over a decade ago, al merchandise, and to scan a time when Bridgehead had yet to stake claim across the street. He points outside the win- dow across the street, “that foam shop was still there when I first moved in here… and we had MEC at the other end…it was all before the fire.” It was always his goal to open doors on Beechwood. Page 12 New Edinburgh News December 2015 To top it all up, Nuvo respects a two-year warrantee on any defects and welcomes drop-in frame tune-ups. After all, their mantra is “See bet- ter. Look better. Feel better.” Nuvo Optometry is located Photo by Elizabeth Gray-Smith at 178 Beechwood Ave. Call Elizabeth Gray-Smith tries on the Ray-Ban Clubmaster in a light them at 613-749-0481. EGS metal frame. “It is a bit retro,” said Renée. “It is certainly much more popular now.” More space, a new face at Continued from page 11 rent fad palette. “Colours Studio One shop for all your vision needs. have to go with your com- Personal Trainer Craig Elizabeth Gray-Smith plexion,” said Renée. Adams, owner of Studio dropped in for a tour of all “Reading glasses are a big One PT at 1 Springfield Rd. the eyewear on offer, sitting purchase here,” said Renée. (above the Second Cup), is still in their glory in perfectly Not necessarily knocking the delighted to report that the lit wall-to-wall display cas- pharmacy-bought pair, but business has experienced a ings. Renée Lavallée, Nuvo Nuvo Optometry can take “growth spurt” in the past Photo by Louise Imbeault Optometry’s in-house regis- them to the next level. “We year, with a busier than Studio One owner Craig Adams with co-trainer Todd Annand. tered optician, was on hand have all shapes and sizes and expected summer season and a deluge of new clients sign- of training (two sessions per 1600 square feet), with a fully to walk through the trends we can recommend the right week) will be offered free of equipped gym and smaller and to help this Burgh Biz lens, like the BluTech lenses ing up this fall. The major- ity of clients are residents of charge. The timing is perfect cardio work out room where the neighbourhood (including if you’re thinking of sign- clients can drop in to keep one recent recruit from the ing up in December to get in up their exercise regimes newly launched Kavanaugh), shape for the ski season (or between training sessions. and are taking advantage of the holiday party circuit), and Craig is well aware of the the convenient, walkable you get a welcome reprieve deceptively modest exterior facility to keep up their fit- for your budget as the stress- appearance of the Studio, and ness regimes. Since Craig ful gift-buying whirlwind sets welcomes visitors to see the opened two years ago, his in. premises at first hand and to Photo by Elizabeth Gray-Smith Another piece of good news meet the trainers. To arrange Reading glasses from Nuvo Optometry with some edge and style. clientele has ballooned from fewer than 20 regulars to at Studio One is the coming a visit, you can reach him at addition of about 600 square 613-740-1555 or at craig@ contributor try on some of for those who use screens more than 80, and is steadily rising. feet of space to the gym facil- studioonept.com. And it if the latest fashion frames on most of the day.” ities, thanks to the acquisition you happen to be struggling for size. While I couldn’t try on the Craig and his co-train- er Trevor McMann offer of an office area at the back to think of gift ideas for a “The trend remains big, children’s line, Renée notes of the second floor recently friend or family member, how bold and plastic,” said Renée. that they carry some of the Personal Training sessions largely on a one-on-one relinquished by Second Cup. about a gift card for a package “But, watch for it. Round is coolest frames on the trend Craig reports that the new of sessions at Studio One PT? coming. Some of it is already scale. “We have moved so or couples basis, and have recently introduced small space is especially welcome Based on my own experience here. But round is going to far beyond that Winnie-the right now, as it creates more with one of our boys, they’ll hit.” She also notes we are not Pooh-look to colours, bold group classes on Saturday mornings. With the influx of flexibility for Todd to hold thank you for it and gain a really reaching south of the frames and every contempo- additional sessions with his whole new lease on life! JH border for our fashion cues. rary shape,” she said. “Kids new clients in recent months, a new trainer –the third new clients as he settles into Stanley Ave.’s own Indian “Typically, Canada follows these days want the same his role at the studio. Craig Europe in terms of glasses.” frames as their parents.” Musketeer!– has just been bazaar added to the line-up. Todd expects the renovations to According to Renée, trends From the cat-eye to the high begin very shortly and with “My house looks like an tend to have a two-year cycle, bridge to the faux-brow, they Annand will be offering one- Indian bazaar,” say Victoria on-one and small group ses- luck, to be completed by which somewhat coinciden- are elements of frames that the end of the year—just in Walker, owner of Holy Cow tally aligns with insurance can balance the jaw line or sions beginning in December, Textiles and Homeware. and interested readers should time to accommodate a New plans for new eyewear. frame the face. “These details Year’s resolutions spike after “And, I always have the tea As for colours, there are matter in making the match,” take note that for his new on… just like a bazaar.” clients, the first two weeks Christmas! plenty of colours on the cur- said Renée. Looks can be deceiving, and Victoria’s Stanley Avenue if you haven’t yet dropped home serves as both a ware- in to the Studio, you may be house and a display studio under the mistaken impres- for the hand-made, directly sion from a glance at the front sourced silk and wool prod- window that it could be rather ucts she imports from her cramped and dark. On the travels to India and Southeast contrary, however, the facili- Asia. ties are bright, airy and amaz- “I’ve always loved tex- ingly spacious (now about tiles,” she said. “The textures, December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 13 the colours and the stories way into eclectic and colour- however, Marwan is ready to behind them…each piece I ful children’s rooms. cut back on the onerous office have to offer has a story and All will be on display at the and administrative aspects of behind each piece there are upcoming Holy Cow Textiles his work, and to take things real people.” and Homeware trunk sale, a little easier now that he has On her trips to source these running from Dec. 4-6 at reached the venerable age of ‘works of art’ as she calls 116 Stanley Ave. Check 50. He might even begin to them, Victoria meets with Facebook at HolyCowOttawa take a regular lunch break! artisans and the organizations for details on drop-in times. Looking back on the past representing them to ensure Victoria also welcomes any- 15 years, Marwan takes pride all of her products are ethi- one to make an appointment in the quality and stability cally produced. to see, feel and discover the of the business he has cre- She recently returned from a many stories behind each ated on Beechwood, building trip to India where she picked of the pieces she imports. his clientele largely through up a wealth of unique items. Contact Victoria at 613-744- word of mouth and on the “They all follow me back 1624 or see Facebook. strength of welcoming, per- home after these long trips,” “I’ll have the chai ready,” sonal service. Over the years said Victoria wearing a she said. EGS his clients have included such reversible indigo-work jacket Changing of the guard at luminaries as Prime Ministers she picked up from a designer Rassi Coiffure Paul Martin and Jean Photo by Marie Mullally she met in Jaipur. “And, now Chrétien, but all have been Marwan El Rassi (left) and Ray El Hage (right) discuss style with they are here, ready to find a After 15 years as the owner accorded the kindness and Grace Abouzaid. of landmark Burgh busi- home.” respect that Marwan has held new idea: “If you believe in for all of its support over ness Rassi Coiffure at 2 Victoria first started her as first principles of the salon it, just do it!” the years, and urges residents Beechwood Ave., Marwan home-run business as a small for staff and customers alike. Social outreach in the com- to stay engaged and to keep El Rassi recently sold the enterprise, knowing that the In addition to the demands munity has also been high working to further strengthen operation to long-time stylist storefront model is not nec- of running his business and on Marwan’s agenda and he and enliven the neighbour- and colleague Ray El Hage. essarily the only channel to serving his regular clientele, has been a strong supporter hood. We wish Marwan well Ray has worked with Marwan get quality products into the Marwan has been active in of community causes such as in his new, more relaxed role at the salon for 14 years and hands of those who want it. the community since his schools and women’s shel- and look forward to staying in is well positioned to take the “I started small to see how it arrival on Beechwood, serv- ters. He was recently a mov- touch as he remains an active helm and maintain the large would go, but, in fact, I got a ing on the Quartier Vanier ing spirit behind the building presence on Beechwood. JH and loyal customer base that great response,” said Victoria. Business Improvement Area of a playground for the chil- Marwan has built up over the Pianist welcomes new stu- “Now, here I am building up (QVBIA) Board of Directors dren at Assumption Catholic years. Although he is in the dents for holiday shopping.” for four years, and working School in Vanier, rallying process of hiring two addi- Most of her customers first hard to promote and support the community and with the Accomplished musician tional stylists to buttress the connect with her through small businesses in the area, aid of Senator Vern White, and piano teacher Petya current complement of three, word-of-mouth and social as well as to advance the raising the funds to under- Karakoleva has been the Ray has no plans to make any media, and then return for ambitious beautification pro- take and complete the project senior ballet pianist at the major changes in the opera- what she boasts as afford- gram launched by the QVBIA within a year. School of Dance since 2009, tions of the salon, sticking to able pricing for quality prod- and culminating, most recent- Marwan truly loves this and offers private piano les- the time honoured principle uct. And, she has a lot of ly, in the installation of new neighbourhood and believes sons in both English and “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” product on offer. Silk jackets, lighting on Beechwood. In strongly in the importance French to students of all ages The good news is that luxurious scarves, and hue- the course of his research for of promoting the small busi- and abilities (“from four to Marwan will remain at the popping jewellery are abun- the project, Marwan met with nesses that make it a lively 104”!) in a studio at 200 salon to give Ray a helping dant. And, for home décor, New York Mayor Bloomberg and interesting place. He is Crichton Street in the heart of hand in the early stages fol- she has gathered a significant and took to heart Bloomberg’s grateful to the community collection of vibrant pillow lowing the transition, and his advice about implementing a Continued on page 14 coverings and unique throws, friends and clients will be hand-block print table linens happy to learn that he will and whimsical table scatter- continue doing what he loves ing (which are all the rage best: cutting and styling hair. in homeware stores), along After more than two decades with items that can find their operating his own business, Page 14 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Continued from page 13 He admits that most of cial statement preparation our community. the, “tax work,” can be done or small business counsel at Petya has a distinguished online now. But, he also 613-749-7013. EGS knows, by virtue of his cli- record of achievement in the BURGH BUSINESS BITS musical realm, having grad- ent base, that many entrepre- uated Magna Cum Laude neurs and busy folks simply New on Beechwood: from the National School of want somebody else to man- Matnik Spa Music and Dance in Plovdiv, age their taxes and map out When Lee Ann Zanelli closed Bulgaria, with a degree in their bottom line. With some the doors of Beautymark piano pedagogy and perfor- help through community Esthetics at 2 Beechwood mance. In 2002, she went paper advertising and, admit- Ave. this summer, it wasn’t on to study with Mykola tedly, through classic word- long before esthetician/sport Suk, one of the leading piano of-mouth, his attracts a solid massage therapist Abby pedagogues in the U.S., at client list. And, they return to Bassin caught sight of the the University of Nevada Las call on him for his number- For Lease sign on the premis- Vegas where she was award- crunching skills, deep CRA es and made her move. Abby ed a full scholarship as a knowledge, experience in and is the owner of Matnik Spa piano performance major. In attention to tax returns, and which currently operates at Photo courtesy Petya Karakoleva confidentiality. Nevada, she acquired wide- Pianist Petya Karakoleva has a studio at 200 Crichton. 92 rue Laval in Gatineau, and ranging artistic experience in “I’d like to say I’m as busy for some years, she has driven her roles as pianist for such in the Russian, U.S. and inspired to begin the New as I want to be,” said Michael. by the corner at Beechwood organizations as the Nevada Canadian teaching systems. Year on a musical note, “But I love meeting new and the Vanier Parkway on Ballet Company, Opera Las She describes her own teach- you can reach her at 613- people and can handle new her commute to work. The Vegas, Cirque du Soleil and ing style as “versatile…. 327-0670 or at petya_art@ clients.” He not only man- attractions of that spot have Las Vegas Contemporary depending on age, expecta- yahoo.com. JH ages the files of his regular always had strong appeal for Dance Theatre. tions, personality and skills,” The neighbourhood tax clients, he is well equipped her as a prospective location As a student, Petya special- and enriches her technical man and experienced to handle the for a new business, so when instruction with music and art unexpected. He can help a ized in ballet accompaniment, Overlooking the Rideau the sign appeared, she was and it was at that time that she history, theory and period his- family navigate through the quick to stake her claim to the tory to give students a more River from a second-floor paperwork that comes with a encountered Barbara Riske, window on Stanley Avenue former Beautymark space. a former senior ballet pia- complete understanding of death in the family and sup- Renovations to the prem- the works they are studying. sits Michael Edwards in his port a small start-up work nist with the Royal Winnipeg home office. He’s an expe- ises have been underway for Ballet. When Petya’s fam- Since her move to Canada, through their financials. several weeks, and when we Petya has performed in rienced chartered accoun- Michael’s busiest time is ily embarked on a move to tant. He is also known to spoke in early November, Canada in 2008, Ms. Riske Toronto, Montreal and February, March and April. she was hoping to launch the Ottawa, including appear- many in the neighbourhood “It is clockwork around that recommended that she make as the man who crunches Beechwood Matnik Spa by contact with The School of ances at the NAC, the time,” he said. “But, I like it late November. The spa will National Gallery of Canada their numbers and gets their all.” Dance and the Greta Leeming tax returns in perfect order. offer much the same esthet- Studio in Ottawa, a fortuitous and the Canadian Museum of It might seem hard to ics services as its predeces- History. This fall, she was the While he may not boast about believe that Michael spends piece of advice which led it, Michael has gathered more sor Beautymark, including ultimately to Petya’s employ- proud recipient of the Royal a lot of time looking up from manicure/pedicure; sugar- Conservatory of Music’s than 110 regular clients dur- his computer to enjoy the ment with both schools. She ing his more than 18 years ing and waxing hair remov- has since branched out to Gold Medal Teacher Award view from his office. al, as well as electrolysis; for outstanding pedagogical of delivering these services “The birds, the bridges, teach at the Ottawa School seamlessly. facials, and massage therapy of Music in Kanata in addi- achievement, and was invited the river,” he said. “I just with a Registered Massage by the RCM to serve as its “Eighty percent of my cli- love looking at it every day. tion to pursuing her work ents are probably from the Therapist. Find more details with the ballet studios, and representative at the Ottawa It reminds me of the whole on the Matnik Spa website Culture Ministry Town Hall area,” said Michael. While a community…of the neigh- became a registered Royal few clients stretch down the at www.spatherapiematnik. Conservatory of Music teach- which took place at the NAC bourhood people I work com. in November. 401 to Toronto and across the with.” er. 417 to Montreal, he enjoys In celebration of the launch Petya has a broadly based Petya is currently wel- Call Michael to talk about of her new Beechwood busi- coming new students at her serving the folks of New your own personal or cor- pedagogical background, Edinburgh, Lindenlea, and ness, Abby plans to offer with extensive training Crichton Street studio, so porate income tax, finan- some Opening Specials in if you or your offspring are Rockcliffe. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 15 the coming weeks, includ- Awards. Amsted is a six-time provincial awards in this cat- launched its two local “Living had hoped for, and more.” ing a 10 percent discount on winner of this coveted title, egory. Indeed, in its 25 years Room” operations, initially in While you’re welcome to hair removal (body sugaring which is awarded primarily of operation, Amsted has cap- Westboro and more recently simply drop in to Amsted at and waxing), a 20 percent for outstanding customer ser- tured more awards from the New Edinburgh, as a means 17 Springfield (if only to see discount on facials, eyelash vice and quality workman- local housing industry than of building close connec- the award-winning renova- extensions, manicures and ship. any other business, and ranks tions to the neighbourhoods tion of the interior!), Steve pedicures, and a $1/min- Only a few days before the among the top renovators in by establishing a presence in recommends an appointment ute rate for relaxation mas- GOHBA ceremony, Amsted North America. their midst as a convenient if you’d like to consult with sage. The spa will be open owner Steve Barkhouse In building his business over one-stop shop for local cli- one of the on-site staff, so from 9:30 am-8:30 pm from had again stepped up to the past two and half decades, ents. give them a call at 613-836- Monday through Saturday, so the podium to receive the Steve’s point of departure has In the Springfield Road 7434. Congratulations to you’ll have plenty of flex- Renovator of the Year been his firm conviction that Living Room (known as Steve and his team on their ibility for after-work appoint- award at the Ontario Home “there’s nothing more person- “L2”), clients can drop in to multiple award-winning per- ments during the week, and Builders’ Association Awards al than doing a home renova- consult with designer Greg formance, and best wishes all services will be fully bilin- of Distinction in Huntsville, tion,” and that strong rela- Simpson, project manager for another great year in New gual. If you’re thinking about Ont., so the company wears a tionships of trust and famil- Ray Dubé or project coor- Edinburgh. JH some beautifying prepara- double crown and breaks new iarity with clients are critical dinator Chris Clarke, and Da Bombe spreads festive tions for the holiday season, ground as the first business to a successful operation. It’s view designs and plans on cheer drop in to the newly minted to capture both the local and on this basis that Amsted has the screens available in the Matnik Spa to meet Abby and fully equipped facility. In the For the sixth consecutive book an appointment, or give case of new projects coming year, Da Bombe owner Bill them a call at 613-746-8821. up in the area, Amsted holds Ross will open his doors on Welcome to New Edinburgh regular Community Meetings Christmas Eve to welcome Abby, and best of luck in in the Living Room, notify- those in the community who your new location. JH ing all residents within a 100 are struggling financially, metre radius and spreading lonely, or without friends and Award for Amsted Design- family over the holiday sea- Build the word to others via the local community associa- son. Starting at 3 pm and In early October, Amsted tions and the neighbourhood continuing “until whenever” Design-Build, whose “Living grapevine. Steve has found as Bill puts it, he and his team Room” satellite operation these meetings a helpful at Da Bombe will serve a full was established last year at way to avoid surprises and traditional Christmas dinner, 17 Springfield Rd. following resolve any small difficulties including turkey and all the the departure of legendary or potential irritants related to trimmings, to any and all who local tailor Leo La Vecchia, the local impact of a project. come through the doors. And was named Renovator of the He’s delighted with the suc- the whole event costs par- Year at the Greater Ottawa ticipants absolutely nothing; Photo by Marie Mullally cess of “L2” after its first year Home Builders’ Association’s of operation on Springfield, it’s Bill’s gift to those who annual Housing Design Amsted’s Greg Simpson, design technician; Stephanie Haw, marketing manager; and Chris Clarke, project coordinator. declaring “it’s everything we Continued on page 16 Page 16 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Continued from page 15 the new Lansdowne complex are welcome to invite two are down on their luck and and TD Place- by rickshaw! guests, and last year a crowd in need of good cheer and a A Dance-o-thon in sup- of 300 was on hand for the fine meal. port of the Children’s Wish celebration. Former Friday’s The invitation to this cheer- Foundation was a huge hit Roast Beef House “Piano ful feast is passed along large- with both residents and staff, Man” Noel Dimar will pro- ly by word of mouth, as well giving a welcome boost to vide musical accompani- as through churches, missions resident Dawn Thomas’ goal ment this year and it’s a safe and food banks. Last year Bill of helping a child in need bet that a singalong will be and his helpers hosted nearly visit Legoland. the order of the evening. In 80 diners, and chances are November was another keeping with tradition, Santa there’ll be a full house again busy month at the residence, Claus is lined up to make an with a variety of fundraising on December 24. Over the appearance at the dinner, and events for community causes years, Bill has arranged some rumour has it that this year, on the agenda. On Nov. 17, informal musical accompani- you may detect a pronounced The Rockcliffe hosted a Newfoundland accent behind ment to liven up the party, so Pearls for Girls fashion show, if you happen to have a handy the Ho!Ho!Ho’s! with all proceeds going to We send best wishes to guitar and a couple of hours Photo by Marie Mullally support the work of Help to spare serenading the diners Linda, Catherine and all the Da Bombe’s Bill Ross whips up some Christmas pudding. Lesotho, a remarkably suc- residents and staff at The with some holiday favorites, cessful small charity founded drop in to Da Bombe or give Rockcliffe Retirement declared the winner, though Rockcliffe for a wonderful Residence Catherine reports that the and spearheaded by former holiday season and a healthy Bill a call at 613-741-0044. New Edinburgh resident Peg There’s a whole lot going on decision “is currently under and happy New Year. JH While Bill finds it difficult to Herbert. Next up was the to entertain and engage the judicial review”! predict from year to year, his Council on Aging evening It’s flu shot season again recent diners have included residents of the Rockcliffe A popular Friday morning feature at the residence is a Art Auction which took place Once again this year, Frank a number of single mothers Residence, and an imagina- at the residence on Nov. 18, and Matthew Tonon and with several children in tow. tive and energetic team at the guest speaker series, when If you’re able to help out with helm to make it all happen. large groups of over 50 par- a few small treats for the kids Recreation and Community ticipants gather for cappuc- at the party, it would be much Relations director Catherine cino and current events. In appreciated. Strevens-Bourque reports recent weeks, the speakers’ And for those of us fortu- that this summer’s annual line up included all the local nate enough to be planning themed Garden Party based candidates during the federal our own holiday celebrations, on the iconic (and addictive) election campaign, an inter- Da Bombe will have its usual Downton Abbey series was a national immigration special- mouth-watering seasonal line great success, with both resi- ist to address that thorny and up of Yule logs, shortbreads, dents and staff decked out in topical issue, a fossil fuels ginger bread, tourtières, and period costumes to play their consultant and a retired gen- all the traditional favorites favourite characters. eral to shed light on the murky that challenge our dietary Next on the seasonal agenda realm of cyber warfare. resolutions. We wish Bill and was the fall Country Harvest The Rockcliffe’s signature his team a wonderful holiday Fair, the highlight of which Living List campaign suc- Summer Downton Abbey Garden Party at The Rockcliffe season, and special thanks was a hotly contested baking ceeded in making a number for maintaining this generous contest with staff. Residence of notable wishes come true followed by a Sunday after- their fellow pharmacists at the Christmas tradition which Executive Director Linda this past summer, including noon Art Show and Wine and New Edinburgh Pharmacy are brightens the lives of so many Meek proved a keen com- the dream of one resident Cheese event in support of offering flu shots to those in in the community. JH petitor, and was ultimately who was treated to lunch with the May Court Club Munch the community who’d like to Green Party leader Elizabeth and Learn program. guard against the worst rav- May at the Parliamentary Coming up on Dec. 8 is the ages of the annual seasonal Restaurant. The City of annual residents’ Christmas virus. The vaccine is strongly Ottawa also supported the Dinner, with cocktails at 5 recommended for the elderly, campaign, escorting another pm followed by a special din- pregnant women and anyone resident on a VIP tour of ner at 6 pm. All residents with a compromised immune system, but all are welcome to take advantage of this sen- sible precautionary measure at a convenient location here in our neighbourhood. Appointments are encour- aged to minimize waiting times, so give the dispensary a call at 613-749-4444 and book your shot at a conve- nient time when you’re doing the rounds on Beechwood. It’s a simple procedure, but you’ll be asked to fill out a preliminary form and to remain in the pharmacy for about 15 minutes after the shot is given as a precaution in the unlikely event of an adverse reaction. In the first week of November, Frank and Matthew administered an amazing 115 vaccines within a three-day period! JH December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 17 Market manager reflects on the appeal of Beechwood Village art shops and cross-fit cen- just that Beechwood has a that if no one showed up, the tres. First, there’s a need for few rudimentary spaces to Market would disappear pret- some basic amenities. The fill. Whatever the look of the ty quickly, so they planned mix of young families, old- commercial front, the will of their weekly shopping for school residents and engaged the community will certainly Saturday mornings. Many new arrivals are pushing the play a large part in its pro- also came to just mingle, eat businesses towards things gression. and relax. We provided the like hardware stores, diners This was a year of significant venue and products, but it and bakeries. This is not to progress for the Beechwood is the drive and passion of say that the nouveau riche Market, due entirely to the the community that made this inhabitants won’t get their community rallying behind a year a success. fair share of specialty shops; good thing. Folks understood www.beechwoodmarket.ca

Photo and montage by Louise Imbeault Beechwood Farmers’ Market manager Chris Penton reflects on his connection with this area and the future of the village.

By Chris Penton ing condos, increase in hous- Manager, Beechwood ing prices and flourishing Farmers’ Market businesses. I find our area’s One of the reasons I chose true power and cohesion is found in the local residents. Beechwood Village for a new Involved with the Vanier Farmers’ Market is its history, Community Association, I growth and sex appeal. am on the ground level of When I speak of its his- its speedy metamorphosis. tory, I gravitate towards the Creation of groups like the more recent years, my years Beechwood Village Alliance, of first account. I had my the Lindenlea Community first job at the Joanisse IGA Association and NECTAR at age 13 when the Claude are bringing the north side Tavern was in the parking lot; of Beechwood together in a Jimmy (Lester’s predecessor) unified voice. An increase in was cutting hair across the local events, strong city coun- street; and the Foam store cillors working together and (to become Bridgehead) was growing amenities all make in full swing doing…I was Beechwood Village an attrac- never sure what. There was tive place to relocate. certainly less development The sex appeal is driv- along the corridor, but people en by the mystery of what ambled in and out of shops Beechwood Village will and stopped to chat. With the become, how it will mature. buzz of a small village, the The standard view is that juxtaposition of Vanier and Beechwood is the Westboro Rockcliffe created a sense of of 10-15 years ago. However, acceptance and excitement. I’m not convinced that we will Beechwood’s growth is typ- see a sudden flood of vegan ically judged by the sprout- restaurants, South American Page 18 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Fieldhouse for family and Dreaming of cold winter days in Stanley Park community events, approxi- mately 12,000 people per night before to help decorate. groups. The overall message year make use of this com- Thank you to Matt Dewolfe from those who attended was munity space. Not bad for a for helping to prepare Jell-O that they are in favour of pur- small community group! and pasta for the gross-out suing the idea, so the CCC table. The children were will continue its participation Rink Time! thoroughly grossed out. on the Junction committee to It is getting to be that time of Thank you to Debra Conner determine how this might be year, and our rink committee, and Sylvain Bélanger for accomplished. headed up by Michel Giroux, helping prepare hot chocolate In preparation for the is starting preparations for the drinks for the kids. Thank you Forum, we did some num- skating season. As soon as to our Games Masters Olivier ber crunching on how many the weather cooperates, we Bélanger, Julien Bélanger, people use the Fieldhouse on will be laying down the base By Debra Conner Halloween Howl Nathaniel Dewolfe, Here is a recap of our lat- Our most recent event was Harvard Matt, Sebastian est activities and information our Halloween Howl. Roxan Matt and Harmony Ferreira on events to come. Firstly, Clark did a marvelous job for providing order to our the rain held off, allowing of pulling this event together wonderful games and gross us to have to have another and it was a huge success. out table. All of these last successful Garage Sale in Over 70 children came young volunteers were once September. A big thank you out dressed in costume to attendees at this event; to see to CCC member Sylvain celebrate Halloween at the them now volunteering for Bélanger for organizing this Stanley Park Fieldhouse on a whole new younger set of year’s event and thanks to all Oct. 25. The children took part children in the community the sellers and buyers who in a parade to the Governor’s was wonderful. It is what participated. This is one of Walk residence and were community is all about! At our two annual fundraisers, rewarded with early trick or our craft table, thanks to Lee which allow us to provide the treat candy. Thank you to the Benson for tirelessly helping community with skating rinks Governor’s Walk Retirement string together our ghost in the winter, make improve- Residence for inviting us craft this year. As well, thank ments to the playground and again this year; the residents you to our cleanup crew hold other community events love to see the children Pascal Dubuc and Rachel throughout the year, so your dressed in their costumes. for helping at the end to set donations are much appreci- Of course the Howl could things right. ated. If you haven’t had a never be a success without Junction Forum chance to drop off your enve- all the wonderful volunteers. We were very pleased with lope, it is not too late; you can Thank you to Caroline the turnout at the Junction leave it in our new mailbox at Matt, Denise Bélanger, Forum that took place on Oct. 193 Stanley Ave. Paula Pincombe, and Thais 28 as part of the NECA AGM Martin for coming out the Volunteer Olivier Bélanger (aka the Mummy) mans the Feed at St. Bartholomew’s Church. Howler game at the CCC’s Halloween Howl on Oct. 25. The community came out and voiced their opinions about a yearly basis. Between the for the rinks. Maintaining the idea of expanding the people who attend our CCC the rinks over the winter is Fieldhouse to serve as home events, who use the rink over a time-consuming job and to all three of our community the winter, and who rent the we are very grateful for our crew of rink attendants and hosers. Interested in being a hoser? Contact Brian Torrie at [email protected] to be added to the roster of vol- unteers who tirelessly work to keep our ice surfaces in tip-top shape. Our next upcoming event is the New Year’s Day winter carnival and brunch on Jan. 1, 2016. We will be serving a pancake breakfast at a very attractive cost of $2.00 per plate. Cundell’s will be on hand to provide horse and wagon rides, and other activi- ties are now being planned. This event is a popular one; last year we served almost 200 breakfasts. We invite you to come out and welcome in the New Year with your com- munity. Questions about the CCC? Want to volunteer? Help out at our events? Contact Debra Conner at dconner@ sympatico.ca. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 19 clothing, bicycles and gen- tly used running shoes from neighbours and customers of Bridgehead where he works as a barista. John is most grateful to the management Social Column of Outstanding Persons Today and staff of our local cof- fee shop for allowing him to A lucky barista who’s promote his project. Kudos to local businesses for tak- ing the time to support and giving back to the Congo encourage the spirit of giving On Oct. 16 at Bridgehead their doorstep. Some days, back so closely linked to the on Beechwood, honorary over 100 people would pass Canadian ideal. “mayor” Peter Dalton orga- through for hospitality, rest BVC recently received nized an impromptu presenta- and food. The Dunias’ home Photo by Louise Imbeault a surprise donation of used tion for a special barista who became a safe house, a haven John Dunia became a Canadian citizen on Oct. 19. Between his would become a brand new for all who needed to refuel studies and work, John runs a charity to help those he left behind computers from the Mission Canadian citizen the follow- before carrying on with their in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Bon Accueil in Montreal. As ing Monday. journey to safety. His child- accepted by the FreeWay America. Sharing a difficult an individual, John’s dream is During his work break, hood memories were simple: Free Methodist Church in moment he said: “One of my just that – a dream – but with Bridgehead barista John he played, swam and went Oshawa, Ont. (www.thefree- brothers was killed in May the help and support of indi- Dunia was surprised to be fishing after school with his way.ca). While in Burundi, 2015 and my other siblings viduals like you who wish to ambushed by a group of friends on Lake Tanganyika. he started a choir at Hope are now refugees in Burundi. see this project succeed, it friends and supporters, John also has a musical ear. Africa University and vol- They have been threatened will become a reality sooner including Paul Delaney, He enjoys singing and plays unteered for NGOs in Kenya and attacked many times, and rather than later. Nicklos Hayden-Hainsley, piano, accordion, percussion and Uganda. live in fear daily”. More funds must be raised Rowland Floyd and Jocelyne and any stringed instrument, John finally arrived in After spending some time very soon to cover the cost Hodgeson, who presented recently taking up the guitar. Toronto on Oct. 13, 2011, in Canada, John found that of shipping a huge contain- him with a beautiful souvenir The disruptions in this marking the end of an his new adopted country was er containing the donated gift box set of Canadian Mint peaceful village started exhausting ordeal to safety. a place full of opportunities. treasures back to the most coins. He humbly accepted in 1996, and caused many The duress of his journey Impressed by the generos- the gift from the mayor’s people to flee their ancestral toward freedom and peace ity of Canadians and how vulnerable communities in hands (turn to pg. 40 for that homes. The only option avail- were many years in the mak- much we love to help those eastern DRC. This expen- photo) and after thanking the able for this young lad was ing. A child refugee in exile in need both at home and sive and complex project did group, broke into the widest to flee the war torn area that from his parents and siblings, abroad, John was encouraged not dampen his enthusiasm. smile and uttered with joy: was and still is under con- John now needed to prepare and inspired to start his own John adapted by expanding “I can’t wait to vote after the stant surveillance and attack for the dramatic changes in charitable organisation called and diversifying his outreach, ceremony”! by armed militants. John wit- environment, climate and the Baraka Victory Centre now using social media, His new life of freedom in nessed more atrocities and diet he faced in Canada. He (BVC). He vowed to never www.bvc-drcongo.org and Canada is still overwhelming, injustices inflicted on fellow surmounted these challenges forget those in need, and crowd-sourcing in the hope of and John is amazed to find human beings than we could and thrived, but was still sad- wants to give back by helping achieving his ambitious goal himself in a land of oppor- ever imagine in our lifetime. dened by the fact that his fam- the still struggling country of $25,000. www.gofundme. tunity, embracing daily the Strong and still unjaded, he ily was left behind to endure folk of Congo. Baraka means com/ukst5d5. So if you feel blessings it offers. was wired to survive. Soon the ongoing conflict. “lucky” in Swahili. With few in the spirit of giving over the He was born in Nundu, but after his arrival at a refu- A few years later, in prospects at home, many of was living in Baraka, a village gee camp in Burundi, John’s August 2013, John moved Baraka’s youths have left to holiday season, your family in the Democratic Republic misfortune turned hopeful to Ottawa hoping to pursue join the Mai-Mai, a local eth- may want to consider a dona- of Congo, with his 10 sib- when he met an American an undergraduate degree at nic self-defence militia that is tion to help realize John’s lings and parents. This lov- professor, Paul Stevenson, the University of Ottawa. He battling the Congolese army dream. ing family would open their who started the paperwork considers himself blessed as farther south. Wishing our readers a very home to all visitors, transients for a sponsorship program in the only member of his fam- The BVC has been receiv- Merry Christmas and a Happy or neighbours arriving on Canada. His application was ily to arrive safely in North ing many donations of cash, New Year! Page 20 New Edinburgh News December 2015 brilliant Northern cardinals and dark-eyed juncos, add- ing a welcome dash of life and colour to the dreary fall landscape. For the Birds Which is which? Species identification is dif- By Jane Heintzman ficult enough for the aver- age birder, but distinguish- It’s quiet, too quiet. As I write bling away in the flower ing between two very similar in mid-November, it’s eeri- bed, American goldfinches, species adds a whole new ly silent out there in birding house finches, purple finch- challenge. White-crowned territory as migrating flocks es, a pair of ruby-crowned and white throated spar- head out of the area for their kinglets, an enchanting rows, among our most com- southern wintering grounds. golden-crowned kinglet and mon fall visitors, are a case Those that remain go qui- several white-breasted nut- in point, as both species have etly about their business hatches foraging industri- boldly black and white striped caching food or harvesting ously in the aged pines at the heads, un-streaked breasts, Purple Finch. Photo by Amy Jane Lawes and brownish or gray plum- the remaining seeds and ber- back of our garden. Another Here’s a handy comparison chart that could help out when ries. Not long ago, in early October visitor, which lighted age on their back and wings. And in the autumn, when the you’re next struggling to sort out the hungry red finch hordes October, there was still plen- in our Northern spy apple at your feeders: ty of birding activity in our tree, eluded positive identifi- white-throat is no longer trill- neighbourhood. On my early cation thanks to its secretive ing its signature “Oh Canada, Characteristic House Finch Purple Finch morning dog walks along the behaviour combined with the Canada, Canada” song, it can be especially hard to tell Shape Slender Stocky, large head in pro- parkway by the Ottawa River, tree’s thick foliage, but I’m portion to body size I encountered busy flocks of pretty certain it was a male which of the two cousins is in Northern flickers, as well pine warbler fuelling up for your garden. Color Red or red- Rosy red or pinkish red, as dazzling blue jays; a pair its southbound journey. The most foolproof method orange more overall colour of identification in this case Markings Blurry streak- Sharper streaks (females), is the striking yellow “eye ing, streaked white undertail coverts brows” that are the mark of undertail the white throat, but which coverts are absent in the white-crown. It’s not always easy to get a Wings White wing Rosy wing bars bars good enough look at the bird to spot that detail, but another Tail Long with a Shorter with a deeper, clue is size: the white-crown shallow notch more pronounced notch is generally larger than the Bill Small, bul- Larger, less curved white-throat by at least half bous, curved an inch. In my experience, on upper man- the white-crowns are also dible more aggressive birds than Range Year-round Boreal Canada in sum- the white-throats, often driv- mer, Eastern and Central ing out other foragers such U.S. in Winter, year- as juncos and attempting to round on Great Lakes, dominate the foraging turf. Northeast Complicating identifica- Photo by Mike Leveille tion in the case of the white- Call Note Rising “Chirp” Soft “Pik” White-throated sparrow at Macoun Marsh. throat is the fact that there you’ve probably encountered Winter Finch Forecast map- are two versions of the spe- one of their hybrid offspring. ping the probable southward of common ravens; count- On the Rideau River close to cies: the more familiar group irruptions of a range of finch- less buzzing black-capped the falls, we’ve spotted sever- with a bold black and white Fathoming finches es and several other irruptive chickadees; large groups al lingering groups of ducks, striped head, and a tan morph Another avian duo which can species from northern boreal of skittish dark-eyed jun- including common golden- which is marked by duller be tricky to distinguish from regions into central, southern cos flashing their signature eye, common mergansers, tan head stripes and a more one another are the two “red and eastern Ontario, as well white tail feathers; white- mallards, hooded mergan- brownish overall appearance. finches” which liven up our as other locations in the north throated and white-crowned sers and wood ducks. Of Interestingly, the members back yards and shrubbery east sector of the continent. sparrows; american gold- these, the hooded mergan- of these two groups almost throughout most of the year, The forecast is based on the finches still vocalizing with sers have been the hardiest in invariably mate with individ- including the winter months distribution of the birds’ food their squeaky, sliding calls; recent years, often staying on uals of the opposite morph. when a splash of colour is supplies throughout the area, clusters of white-breasted the river until freeze up in late Males of both types pre- especially welcome. The with the relative abundance nuthatches “honking” lustily December. fer black and white-striped males of the house finch or scarcity of cone and seed in the trees; song sparrows Later in October, large females, while both kinds of and purple finch species are crops, along with fruit crops (not singing); scores of pile- flocks of American robins females are attracted by tan- extraordinarily similar, and ated woodpeckers includ- turned up in the trees and striped males. As the white making a positive identifica- such as mountain ash ber- ing one that flew straight shrubs along the parkway, and black striped birds are tion can be hard, particularly ries and crab apples, being across our path at eye level; often in frenetic motion utter- more aggressive, the females when the birds are active and the primary determinant of sharp-shinned and Cooper’s ly unlike their languid aspect tend to win out over their tan darting about in groups. One where the finches will spend hawks, and downy wood- in the spring. If, as predicted, counterparts in the competi- clue is the much greater prev- the winter months. Check out peckers. we are heading into a mild tion for a tan-striped mate – alence of house finches in our the full forecast at jeaniron. The cast of characters at winter, many of these robins hence the perpetuation of the area, whereas purple finches ca/2015/forecast15.htm. our feeders in October, which may stick around in the area two colour variants. White- can be a relative rarity. Here are the predictions for peaked over Thanksgiving surviving on the remnants of throated sparrows also mate the irruptive species most weekend, included groups mountain ash and crab apple periodically with dark-eyed Pittaway’s winter finch likely to turn up in our neigh- of white-crowned, white- trees, and buckthorn ber- juncos so if you spot a gray- forecast bourhood: throated and song spar- ries. The robin flocks were ish, dully marked white-throat Each year, ornithologist Ron Common redpolls are per- rows, a fox sparrow scrab- frequently interspersed with with white outer tail feathers, Pittaway produces a detailed haps the best known and most December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 21 bers of Bohemian waxwings Bewick’s wren cavorting at purple finches at her feeders. this winter, as mountain ash her backyard feeders, and Still no common redpolls on berry crops are only mod- oystercatchers, turnstones, the scene, but she’s expecting erate in boreal regions, and bufflehead and other sea them soon. On a recent excur- abundant further south. He birds back on the shoreline sion to Quebec City, Amy surmises that their more regu- close to her house. On a bird- had a close encounter with an lar occurrence in recent years ing excursion to Hawaii ear- adult and a juvenile Cooper’s is a result of fulsome annual lier this fall, Vicki logged hawk in an unsuccessful pur- crops of buckthorn berries. a total of 48 species, 37 of suit of a tasty squirrel, and The Bohemian waxwing is which were “life birds” (spe- was dazzled by a massive larger and burlier than its cies which she had never flock of snow geese flying cedar waxwing cousin, and seen before). The list is long overhead in “very sloppy V lacks the latter’s signature and exotic, but a few of the formations.” yellow belly. For the next few highlights included zebra Over at the Macoun Marsh months, you’ll have no diffi- dove, red-crested cardi- off St. Laurent Blvd., St. culties in waxwing identifica- nal, white-tailed tropic- Laurent Academy science tion, as the Bohemian is the bird, Pacific golden plover, teacher Mike Leveille reports only one around throughout Hawaiian stilt, java spar- an abundance of white- the winter. row, Hawaiian moorhen, throated sparrows and Unholy crow! nutmeg manikin, peafowl dark-eyed juncos, as well and yellow-fronted canar- as a busy flock of golden- You needn’t be a birding ies. The only familiar names crowned kinglets foraging in enthusiast to notice the ubiq- on her list found in our part of a stand of maple trees. uitous presence of American the world were house finch, Last but not least, Phil’s crows in our urban landscape. Canada goose, Northern Avian Bistro at Alexander and These raucous black crea- cardinal, black-crowned Thomas Streets has been hop- tures can be seen and heard in night heron, mallard and ping this fall, as birds fuelled House finch enjoying a ripe apple. Photo by Amy-Jane Lawes every corner of our cities, and pigeon. up on his premium seed for at every season, whatever the the long journey south. Philip prevalent irruptive finches in Ontario. They prefer black oil Across the Rockies in weather. They are far from reports that the line-up of our winter landscape, and in sunflower seed at backyard Central Alberta, Nature’s solitary birds, forming family regulars included white- some years, can descend in feeders. Encounters naturalist Dave groups of up to 15 individuals throated sparrows, white clouds to take over backyard Pine Siskin: Regrettably Collyer has been keeping a and congregating in massive crowned sparrows, dark- feeders and blanket weedy these charming, streaky little close eye on the fall migra- winter roosts of up to two eyed juncos, black-capped fields. This year, they’re finches are not expected to tion, spotting numerous million. (Little wonder that chickadees, Northern cardi- expected to move south into turn up in significant num- Canada geese, trumpeter some besieged towns have nals, downy woodpeckers, our area in reasonable num- bers this year because of a swans, mallards, downy resorted to firecrackers, pro- white-breasted nuthatches, bers thanks to a lacklustre lower than average white woodpeckers, white-breast- pane cannons, repellents and American robins, house birch seed crop across the spruce cone crop in most ed nuthatches, American chainsaws to fend them off!) finches, goldfinches and boreal forest, and a more of Ontario. The siskins will tree sparrows, black-capped They are notoriously crafty purple finches. In his morn- robust birch crop in Ontario be concentrated in western chickadees, common red- and intelligent creatures, ing rambles in Rockcliffe, south of Algonquin Park. If Canada which has heavy polls, rough-legged hawks, capable of making and using Philip has also spotted a pair you do have a redpoll inva- spruce cone crops, but may northern harriers, red and primitive tools, and skilled in of sharp-shinned hawks, a sion at your feeders, you may also appear in the Adirondack white crossbills, tundra the detection of danger. turkey vulture pair and sev- be lucky enough to spot the Mountains and the northern swans, buffleheads, snowy Among the natural enemies eral pileated woodpeckers. rarer hoary redpoll or great- New England states. owls, pintails and redheads. of crows are owls, particu- We wish a very happy holi- er common redpoll mixed Evening Grosbeak: The Closer to home in Val des larly the great-horned owl, Monts, Amy-Jane Lawes has day to all our readers and in. The hoary has an over- population of evening gros- and larger hawks such as the had a comparatively quiet fall best wishes for a wonderful all whitish or snowy appear- beaks has reportedly been red-tail, red-shouldered and from a birding perspective. In year of birding in 2016. How ance with little if any rosy building in Quebec in the Northern goshawk. If they early November, there were about making a New Year’s tinge on the breast, while the wake of an outbreak of spruce spot one of these intruders seven lingering common Resolution to report your greater common redpoll is budworm, a favoured delica- in their vicinity, crows will loons on the lake nearby, sightings and send your bird larger, browner, longer tailed cy of the species. This winter, descend in angry groups to along with a mixed group of photos to us at the NEN? Your and bigger billed. Like most small numbers of these strik- mob the offender, screeching common and hooded mer- contributions will be much finches, redpolls have a pref- ing yellow, black and white raucously and swarming its gansers. A respectable finch appreciated as we continue erence for pricey nyjer seed, finches are expected to be perch until it’s able to make a population is still around in our efforts to give the com- so stock up this winter to around in eastern Ontario, so hasty exit. I encountered one Amy’s area, with close to a munity a picture of all the greet the multitudes. stock up on their favourite such mob on a dog walk in dozen American goldfinches action in the world of birds in Pine Grosbeak: These rosy black oil sunflower seed. early November, when rough- on hand each day, and a pair of the months to come. beauties are expected to turn Red Breasted Nuthatch: ly 100 screaming crows were up in small numbers in our Much to my disappointment, blackening the sky above the area, largely due to a poor we aren’t likely to see many pines along the parkway. To mountain ash berry crop in red-breasted nuthatches this make it even more unnerving, northern boreal regions and a winter thanks to a heavy bal- the crows appeared eager to comparatively abundant one sam fir cone crop in north- drive me out of the area along here. Our mountain ash tree is ern regions to sustain them with the hawk or owl, and still laden with berries, so I’m through the cold months. But swirled around the heads of hoping a few of these flashy if you’re lucky, you may still myself and my dog until we fellows will find their way spot one of these elfin little were at a safe distance. No to our garden. They are also creatures which have rusty surprise that groups of crows keen consumers of black oil breasts and bellies, virtu- are dubbed “a murder”! sunflower seed. ally no neck, a pronounced Reports from our readers Purple Finch: Pittaway black eyeline, and a distinc- predicts that reasonable num- tive nasal “nyeep, nyeep” Our West Coast birding bers of purple finches will call which you can’t miss if reporter Vicki Metcalfe is irrupt into southern parts of you’re in their vicinity. delighted to see the winter the province this winter due Bohemian Waxwing: birds back in Victoria, with to low cone and deciduous Pittaway predicts that we juncos, bushtits, chestnut- tree seed crops in Northern should see reasonable num- backed chickadees and a Page 22 New Edinburgh News December 2015 What would you like to see done with 24 Sussex? The neighbourhood’s beloved 24 Sussex Dr. is on the cusp of a home improvement overhaul. That we know. While the final deci- sion on what should be fixed in and around Canada’s cherished property seems to rest in the hands of the NCC, many have weighed in. Elizabeth Gray-Smith took it to the streets of New Edinburgh to scout opinions from local residents on what should be done with this prized and Prime Ministerial piece of real estate. The question: What would you like to see done with 24 Sussex?

“The prime minister’s place “The house has reached “Preserving the exterior “I’d like to see it left intact “I place great value on the should be a show piece. the stage where we should character and keeping wor- on the outside – I find lime- preservation of heritage Everything that needs to carefully consider the costs thy interior architectural stone an attractive exterior. buildings. It must have to be fixed should be fixed. and benefits of rebuilding features intact are impor- As for the inside, I agree do with growing up in one. And let’s use this opportu- versus renovating. This tant. However, an inte- that it should undergo a I would renovate 24 Sussex nity to making it all energy is an expropriated 1800s rior revamp is necessary to major renovation. 24 Sussex in a way that maintains the efficient. I think we should house that has been subject ensure functionality of the is the official residence building’s historic value, also be talking about how to many piecemeal renova- living space.” of our prime minister. It but with a real emphasis on to maintain the property. tions. Why not create a pur- is part of our heritage. It environmental-friendliness Once it is fixed, how do we pose-built, green residence Ian on Ivy Cres. wouldn’t be right to tear it so that our PM’s residence keep it in shape?” for our prime ministers?” down.” can be a model for innova- tive green renovations.” Ariel on Durham Priv. Denise on MacKay St. Dominique on Queen Victoria St. Laura on Crichton St. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 23

“24 Sussex is an important “That is an unparalleled “You can summarize it in historical structure that is, location for the Prime four words: exterior-resto- in our opinion, paramount Minister’s residence and ration interior-renovation. to the integrity of the cer- I’m sure the view is spec- I wish they could make it emonial route we know as tacular. We need to retain more visible to the public. Sussex Drive. Restore the the historical features of the The trees are lovely, but exterior and completely home while highlighting the we don’t see the house. If renovate the interior. views of the Ottawa River anyone is concerned about Modernize! Create a resi- and the Gatineau hills. Get how to do it properly, walk dence worthy of our prime it properly set for visitors down some blocks and minister and family, where of state. And, how about a you’ll see plenty of exam- he or she can host heads of neon sign on the gates say- ples on how to do it right in state and other important ing ‘In Canada everything New Edinburgh.” visiting persons in style and is possible’ or “Sunny ways, elegance.” my friend, sunny ways”. Sean on MacKay St. Fiona and Ella Grace on Kenny on Stanley Ave. Rideau Terrace Page 24 New Edinburgh News December 2015 A cautionary tale for dog owners By Jane Heintzman cause as an acute adverse emergence in veterinary med- Following a two-month strug- reaction to the commonly icine, 3,200 dogs had died or gle with acute liver toxicity, prescribed veterinary drug, been euthanized as a result of Hariot Reid, the much loved Metacam. Virtually all dog adverse reactions. Close to Black Labrador of Alexandra owners are familiar with 20,000 had experienced seri- and Isabelle Reid of Crichton Metacam, which is routine- ous side effects. In the case of Street, died of liver failure in ly prescribed for pain and Rimadyl, a COX-2 inhibitor mid-October at the age of inflammation, and which, in NSAID similar to Metacam, seven years. Hariot’s impish the vast majority of cases, the American Food and Drug charm and loving exuberance has proven effective in reliev- Administration received captured the hearts of all who ing discomfort and restoring reports of 3,000 adverse reac- knew her. Despite her bantam mobility. The drug is one of tions in a single year, or as stature, she was a feisty and a family of comparable Non- many as all other drug reac- lively presence in the New steroidal Anti-Inflammatory tions combined. Edinburgh dog park, and drugs (NSAIDs) which work Warning signs to be aware of, will be sorely missed by her by inhibiting the production which are typically listed on canine companions and her of prostaglandin, a chemical the Client Information Sheets many human friends. trigger for swelling and pain. of NSAIDs such as Rimadyl Compounding the tragedy While effective, NSAIDs and Metacam, include vomit- of Hariot’s sudden death is are not without major risks. ing; loss of appetite; behav- Within a few years of their ioural changes; pale gums the medical diagnosis of its Photo courtesy of St. Bartholomew’s Church. or the yellowing of gums, Hariot Reid receives a blessing from the Reverend Canon David skin and white of the eyes; Clunie while owner Alexandra Reid looks on. Hariot died suddenly impaired coordination; exces- in October 2015. sive thirst and skin redness or Hariot’s death has shaken a dog owner, I’ve never been scratching. Hariot suffered all our local dog owners. It goes of these classic symptoms, offered a Client Information without saying that Hariot’s and following her death, her Sheet along the lines of those attending veterinarians were owners had no knowledge of routinely given by pharma- in agreement that the facts of the risks associated with the cies for human medications, the case pointed directly to an NSAID prescribed for Hariot, but as these are distributed acute, adverse reaction to the less still of the fact that this by the drug manufacturers, Metacam she was prescribed risk could be elevated in the veterinary clinics should be following a minor surgery. case Labrador retrievers. able to provide them. We can Her death is a cautionary Supporting this diagnosis is only hope that Hariot’s tragic tale to all of us who own and the fact that analysis of inci- death serves as a wake-up dent reports related to vet- love dogs. Before agreeing to a course of medication for call to dog lovers and the vet- erinary NSAIDs suggest that erinary community that the Labrador Retrievers in gen- our canine companions, it’s eral, and Black Labradors in clearly essential to inquire risks of these NSAID drugs particular, may be especially about the risks, and to do our are very real, and that owners prone to toxic reactions to own research into the specific need a clear understanding of these drugs, a chilling thought drug if our vets’ responses are these risks before agreeing for those of us committed to less fulsome or precise than to a course of medication for this incomparable breed. we’d like. In 30-plus years as their beloved dog. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 25 Page 26 New Edinburgh News December 2015 December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 27 Book Fair celebrates success By Adrienne Blair “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” –Dr. Seuss It seemed fitting to quote the source of the 54th annu- al Rockcliffe Park Public School Book Fair theme as we wound up on Sunday evening, November 8. Our three-day sale was a terrific success, from the moment we opened the doors for a long line-up of eager shoppers to the last pass of the broom after a vigorous 90-minute tear-down blitz. The good vibes of the good Doctor were everywhere, most noticeably in our floor managers Thing 1 and Thing 2. Scores of kids enjoyed making Daisy-Head Mayzie accessories at the Craft Table with Miss Roxie and hungry Photo courtesy Adrienne Blair shoppers devoured Seuss- Generous neighbours supplied home baking for the Book Fair’s inspired goodies at the Café. popular café, including some star bakers who embraced this year’s Dr. Seuss theme. Generous neighbours Also popular at the Café and events like Grandparents more than 4,000 hours of were hot beverages from Day and yearly Author and their time to make Book Fair Bridgehead, savoury cur- Illustrator Workshops for our a success again this year. We ries from Coconut Lagoon students. We’re also proud to couldn’t do it without them. and La Maison/The House fund literacy grants for sev- In short: Did we ever tell Resto-Pub, and other tasty eral Ottawa-area schools. you how lucky we are? options courtesy of The A final loud and unending Thank you friends and Shallowbrook Group and thank-you to the more than neighbours – see you next L’Entreprise Mazzola. 200 volunteers who gave fall! We’re grateful, too, for the delicious donations of big- hearted neighbours, like the chef at the Irish Embassy, who dropped off some amaz- ing still-warm scones on opening morning! We’d like to thank our long-time Diamond Sponsors Mark Motors of Ottawa and Sezlik.com, as well as our Gold Sponsors Claridge Homes and Sakto Corporation. Cheers also to the kind grandparents, parents and friends of RPPS students who adopted the highest-ever number of bookcases. Thanks to these kind donors and book-loving shoppers, we raised more than $54,000 this year! Book Fair sup- ports RPPS trips, projects

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Exploring Old Edinburgh and the Scottish Parliament By Marie Mullally 1559 to 1572. Throughout countries). We chanced upon This past summer, I partici- Old Town we encountered a woollen shops where new pated in the Clan MacRae’s maze of ancient and winding fashions were designed and Tour of Scotland and agreed streets with hidden entrances knit on the spot, in some to write about Day 3, July and alleyways. By contrast, cases by men. These guys 28: Edinburgh sightseeing the New Town presents a were interesting to talk to — and my tour of the Scottish symmetrical grid of streets true Celts without a hint of Parliament. and an orderly arrangement the macho and keen on plying Edinburgh is a quaintly of exquisite 18th century their trade. In the afternoon, beautiful city, built on an Georgian architecture. With Ellen went off to tour the Law extinct volcanic site over- its grand terraces, well pre- Courts where earlier we had looking the Firth of Forth. It served historic homes, traces photographed solicitors on has neither skyscrapers nor of everyday life in the 1800s, their smoke break, with their it contains not only a wealth wigs tucked under their arms. huge modern buildings as one of historic grand architec- My interest in touring the might expect. In fact, look- ture, but also galleries, cafés, Scottish Parliament stemmed ing out over the cityscape, museums, shops and restau- from a wish to know about the one has the impression of rants. division of powers between embarking on the scene of Our morning was like a step Scotland and Westminster. a Harry Potter movie. The back in time. We enjoyed cof- The Scottish Parliament is Old Town with its 15th and fee and shortbread prior to located within the UNESCO 16th century architecture is a walk in the Royal Botanic site at the foot of the Royal a UNESCO world heritage Photo by Marie Mullally Gardens and were then on Mile, across from the gates The beautiful Scottish city of Edinburgh features a maze of ancient site. It is exquisite and quaint: our own. Along the Royal of Holyroodhouse. At first and winding streets with hidden entrances and alleyways. from the Grassmarket to the Mile, my travel mate Ellen blush, the building looked to cobbled High Street, and on Macdonald and I found inter- be under construction. I mis- it represents a futuristic lux- tence on having their own to The Royal Mile extending esting book stores with both took the sycamore and oak ury tree house; some believe Parliament followed a first from the Edinburgh Castle to used and new editions of exterior panelling to be part it represents an upturned failed referendum on sover- the Palace of Holyroodhouse Scottish history and current of a scaffolding. In fact, it is a boat; still others believe it’s a eignty in 1997. It took seven (the Queen’s Residence while writings. We found that we unique, exquisite outside fin- leafy tree branch. To be sure, years to complete. in Edinburgh). We toured had to search for authentic ish in an open anti-classical it’s not like any other build- The building’s inte- historic St Giles Cathedral Scottish merchants because architectural design. Some ing! When Queen Elizabeth rior is exquisite, with huge and its Thistle Chapel, where many shops proffered over- Scots say the representation opened the building in 2004 European laminated oak John Knox, who launched priced, cheaper brands of in the design provides a con- and was asked her opinion, beams and stainless steel the Scottish Religious goods and souvenirs (as is trast of the inner city to the she discreetly replied, “It’s connecting joints used in its Reformation, ministered from true in tourist areas of most outside landscape. To others, interesting.” The Scots’ insis- main Ruling Chamber and December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 29 Committee Rooms. This I have often felt the Scots chamber sits 129 Members were more like the Irish in of the Scottish Parliament wanting complete political (MSPs). Themes of wisdom, freedom from Britain; how- compassion, integrity and jus- ever, this was not borne out tice are depicted both within in the sovereignty referen- and without the building. The dum held earlier this year. first floor houses both an art Eighty-five per cent of eli- gallery and a photography gible Scottish citizens voted; exhibit. The exhibit, entitled 55 per cent voted No to inde- “festival of politics,” features pendence vs. 45 per cent Yes. photos of famous world poli- Scottish citizens of all ages ticians. No Canadian politi- hold different views on why cian made the cut. it failed. Some younger vot- The 129 MSPs are elected ers claimed they cried at the to the Scottish Parliament in outcome, while older folks a complex system of first- seemed more reserved and past-the-post and propor- circumspect. In short they tional representation. The felt that older folks were not Scottish Parliament legislates ready to cut security ties with on “devolved” matters that Britain, especially where are not subject to the rule pensions were concerned. A of the UK government in key reason why the sover- Westminster. The UK juris- eignty movement failed this diction deals with “reserved” Photo by Marie Mullally time stemmed from the Scots’ matters. In the UK scene, Some Scots say the design of the Scottish Parliament provides a contrast of the inner city to the outside desire to use the British pound 59 Scottish Members of landscape. Queen Elizabeth reportedly found it “interesting.” as its currency without the Parliament (MPs, not MSPs) bers, the House of Commons public transport, road main- legislates on EU-wide issues, UK government’s sole con- are elected to Westminster in and the House of Lords), the tenance, the arts, adminis- scrutinises the work of other trol on monetary policy such British elections. The British Scottish Parliament is uni- tration of schools, libraries, EU institutions and must give as pound issuance, Central Parliament, as in Canada, cameral, (a single ruling- museums, local housing and its consent to internation- Bank control, market value reserves the right to deal chamber), equivalent to The tax benefits. Taxpayers have al agreements entered into etc. Britain said No to this with matters of taxation and House of Commons with access to their elected mem- by the EU. There are 751 idea, stating that it would budgeting. Scottish taxes are no Upper House or second bers through communica- Members of the European retain control over the UK sent to London which doles chamber. Thus issues get tions systems and meetings Parliament (MEPs) in the EU, sterling. back “agreed-upon” amounts ironed out through a system established at each respec- including 73 MEPs from the New Edinburgh resident for use in Scotland. This of Mandatory and Subject tive level. Such meetings are UK, six of whom are elected Marie Mullally often contrib- resembles what happens in Committees, whose Members called “surgeries”, an expres- in Scotland. Scottish MEPs utes photographs and articles Canadian relations between represent a balance of elect- sion adopted by politicians are elected from the regions to the New Edinburgh News, the feds and provinces with ed political parties: Labour, from the practice of Medicine. by proportional representa- and is a member of the Clan federal taxes being trans- Conservative or the Scottish The Scottish People are thus tion. Elections are held every MacRae Society of Canada. ferred back to provinces in National Party (SNP). The represented in: five years. the form of transfer payments. SNP has a nationalistic bent • The UK Houses of As in Canada, Westminster and currently holds power Commons and House of reserves the right to deal in Scotland. The public may Lords in London (what we with major, national portfo- attend the public committee call federal), lios such as foreign policy, meetings held in Parliament. • The Scottish Parliament defence, national security, At the municipal level, and through Committees benefits and social security, Scotland has 32 local coun- and Councils (closer to our immigration, trade and indus- cils which in turn are divided provincial legislatures), try and the overall economy. into wards, each ward having • The European Parliament All this does not mean that three or four councillors who in Brussels. there is no overlap on the deal with such local issues as The European Parliament above issues within the two systems. Coming to terms in decision-making involves debate, consultation, cooper- ation and of course the usual tensions inherent in compet- ing-interest relations…. much like we experience here at home. Of course Scottish MPs take part in Committees and speak in the UK House of Commons in all issues of debate on proposed UK laws, including all budget- ary proposals. Some of the “devolved” domestic mat- ters over which the Scottish Parliament had jurisdiction include agriculture, educa- tion, the Gaelic language, natural and built heritage, public records, and transport, among others. Unlike the UK, which is bicameral (having two cham- Page 30 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Many sites to be reborn near Marier end of Beechwood By Jane Heintzman Surprise in store for buyers can have an up-close The Beechwood/Marier area Kavanaugh namesake look at the building when is sprouting new develop- Things are hopping at The they view the available suites. ment at the moment, with Kavanaugh this fall, with all of The Beechwood Sales Centre construction well advanced the condo purchasers now set- will remain in operation for on a new residential rental tled into their units and work the Corners on Main project building on Green Avenue at ongoing to put the finishing until a new Main Street sales Beechwood, and most recent- touches on the building. The centre (now under construc- ly, an application to demol- Condominium Corporation tion at the entrance to St. ish the former Burton’s Dive for The Kavanaugh is offi- Paul University) is ready for at 196 Beechwood and con- cially registered, and there business. Thereafter, the fate struct a six-storey, mixed-use are 108 occupied units on of the Beechwood building commercial/retail/residential the nine residential floors. remains to be decided, so stay development along the same At press time, the remain- tuned for more news on that lines as the ZaZaZa project ing unsold units were in the one. across the street (profiled in final stages of completion, Although the Big Reveal of our October issue). Interested and should be available for the commercial tenants at The readers are welcome to con- viewing and “move in ready” Kavanaugh is within sight as tact City planner Kimberley any day now. the project nears completion, Baldwin at kimberley.bald- Domicile vice-president David reports that we’re not [email protected] to get a link Rendering by Soma Studio David Chick looks back on quite there yet. With luck, to the detailed design plans A six-storey, mixed-use commercial/retail/residential development the past year and half, reflect- that will be the banner head- and planning rationale for is being considered for the old Burton’s Dive location. ing that “although we’re line in the NEN’s February 196 Beechwood, but in a nut- nearing the end of construc- 2016 issue! shell, the main features of the wall of the ground floor Tobi Nussbaum at Tobi. tion, and what a journey it Events at St. Charles proposed project include: to consist of 75 per cent [email protected] (613- has been; we’ll be there at the • Six-storey mixed use build- glazing, and brick veneer 580-2483) if you have com- building for months to come The ModBox team has been ing with retail or restaurant to be incorporated into the ments or questions. as we make sure everything hard at work putting the fin- facades of the ground floor ishing touches on its Site space on the ground floor, Status quo at 143 Putman gets done, tidied up, tweaked, personal service and/or and second floor “in keep- commissioned and operat- Plan Control application to office uses on the second ing with the visual nar- City planner Kimberley ing properly.” He promises the City for the planned St. floor and eight residential rative of the surrounding Baldwin reports no changes a special surprise when the Charles Market. The appli- units on floors 3 through 6; main street aesthetic”; in the status of the Takyan building is finally complete cation has been prepared in • Building to be set close to • Outdoor patio space at the Construction application to “to close out our relationship collaboration with a battery the street (no front yard set- entrance to the commercial demolish the existing struc- with Rupert Kavanaugh, of consultants and specialists, back) “to create a strong unit; ture on the site (former home who helped make all this pos- and is expected to be submit- street edge”; • Flat roof construction to of ZaZaZa Pizza) and con- sible.” For nearly six decades, ted by December. If all goes • Driveway access on the allow for more green space struct a six-storey, mixed Rupert and his brothers were well, we hope to be report- west side of the property, accessible to residents and commercial/residential build- central fixtures in our neigh- ing this time next year that leading to four parking a private rooftop garden. ing. The application remains bourhood, so you can bet the necessary approvals have at the “issue resolution” been obtained and that all sys- spots (stacked) in the rear The proposed design echoes we’ll be tracking that event stage following the Planning tems are go for the launch of yard, with landscaping and the 145 Putman proposal, with great interest! Department’s first round of construction. As the planning wood fencing to provide pressing the limits of “appro- At the time of our commu- comments on the initial proj- stage unfolds, the ModBox a buffer for neighbouring priate intensification” on nication in early November, ect proposal. Kimberley also group has continued to build residences to the south; very small properties.” We’ll Domicile was continuing indicated that no develop- links to the surrounding com- • Building to be cantilevered keep you updated on any to sell its remaining condo ment application has yet been munities, and is scheduled at the second floor; news related to these devel- units from the Sales Centre at received for the neighbouring to give a presentation on the • Building materials to be opments, but in the interim, 84-86 Beechwood where the property at 137 Beechwood project to the Annual General “compatible with the sur- please feel free to contact company’s Main Street proj- (home of Oresta Spa and Meeting of the Manor Park rounding neighbourhood”, Kimberley Baldwin at the ect, The Corners on Main, Jacobson’s). Community Association in with the Beechwood-facing City or our City Councillor is now also prominently fea- tured. In the coming weeks, late November. however, there are plans to As we reported in previ- open up a small sales loca- ous issues, ModBox is com- tion in the ground floor mitted to keeping the site commercial space at The in active community use Kavanaugh so prospective throughout the hiatus peri- December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 31 is effectively the Gateway to New Edinburgh, and hopes to ensure that a striking and appealing redesign of the building does justice to that landmark spot. Once again, our patient readers should stay tuned for more details and possibly design draw- ings in our next edition in February 2016. What a year this could be! No news on Metro reno If you were looking forward to doing your Christmas grocery shopping in a freshly renovat- Photo by Miranda D’Aiuto, Domicile Inc. ed and upgraded Metro facil- Gord and Lois Duncan are happy in their new Kavanaugh condo. ity, no such luck. At the time not an immediate priority for moment, with no further of our recent communication, the corporation. progress since our last report our contact at Metro head Photo by Christina Leadlay Claridge plans in limbo in October. Given the large office was unable to supply number of Claridge projects The St. Charles Market site will be in active community use dur- any details about the planned City Planner Erin Collins ing the hiatus period prior to construction, hosting events like the on the go elsewhere in the annual Food Truck Rally, which took place on Sept. 26. renovation of the store, or to confirms that the Claridge city, it’s perhaps not surpris- suggest an approximate time- application for a mixed com- ing that this one may have od prior to construction. On 8-9:30pm, Closing table for the project. We’ll mercial/residential devel- Sept. 26, it hosted the annual Recital “The Arab and temporarily fallen off the keep you posted in the New opment on the site of the radar, but stay tuned for more Food Truck Rally in support The Englishman”, 9:30- Year, but it seems safe to say former Caisse Desjardins at of the Ottawa Community 10pm. news if and when things gear at this point that the upgrade Beechwood and St. Charles up again in 2016. Housing Foundation, an Planning for building face- of the Beechwood Metro is remains in limbo at the enormously successful event lift underway which attracted a crowd of over 2,000 to sample the cos- Pharmacist Frank Tonon, mopolitan wares of 17 food who co-owns the corner truck operators. Coming up in building at Crichton and December, there is one new Beechwood, reports that a event on the agenda: series of meetings with the • That’s So Vanier! Dirty City is currently underway Realism Housing Studio, to determine the allowable a two-day event organized parameters of an exterior by staff and students at renovation of the pub and the Carleton University pharmacy building. Architect Faculty of Architecture. Dennis Kane has been at Dec. 16: Private Event for work on a number of pos- Carleton; Dec. 17, ”A City sible design options, and in the City…The Future once it’s clear from the City of Vanier?”, Public event what the rules of game will featuring student research, be, Frank and his colleagues analysis, photography and will hone in on a preferred architectural drawings for course of action, aiming to future housing in Vanier, obtain the necessary permits Open House, 2-5pm, and begin work on the build- Round Table Discussion, ing by early spring. Frank 6-7pm, Entertainment, is very much aware that the Crichton/Beechwood corner Page 32 New Edinburgh News December 2015 L’Ontario français à Honfleur pour souligner Champlain effet, ce visionnaire est le pre- Pays-d’en-Haut, l’Ontario mier en 1615-1616 à cartog- d’aujourd’hui. raphier l’Ontario et à décrire Cela dit, même si Samuel ses paysages et ses richesses. de Champlain était un grand De plus, Champlain est le visionnaire, jamais, il aurait Michel Prévost premier à nous renseigner sur pu s’imaginer que 400 ans les mœurs et les coutumes après son départ de Honfleur, archiviste en chef des Amérindiens vivants sur des francophones de l’Ontario Université d’Ottawa le territoire ontarien, particu- viendraient lui rendre un lièrement les Hurons-Wendat. vibrant hommage en dévoile- Il établit aussi des liens diplo- J’ai eu le privilège le parc Champlain une mag- ment une ma gnifique plaque matiques et commerciaux d’accompagner les 11 et 12 nifique plaque en mémoire en son honneur, de surcroit avec les nations autochtones. octobre, la ministre déléguée de Samuel de Champlain. On dans un parc champêtre qui On connaît l’importance des aux Affaires francophones trouve la même plaque com- porte fièrement son nom. de l’Ontario et députée de mémorative de la Fiducie du alliances et du commerce des Bref, il ne fait pas de doute fourrures pour le développe- la circonscription d’Ottawa- patrimoine ontarien à la baie que cet homme d’exception ment de la Nouvelle-France Vanier, Mme Madeleine Georgienne, où le père de la et un des plus grands explora- au XVIIe et XVIIIe siècle. Meilleur, ainsi que la délé- Nouvelle-France s’est rendu teurs de son époque serait gation du 400e anniversaire en 1615 pour rencontrer et Par ailleurs, j’ai rappelé l’importance du rêve de émerveillé de constater que de la présence francophone nouer des liens solides avec son grand rêve est devenu en Ontario à Honfleur, en les Hurons-Wendat. Champlain de coloniser cette partie de l’Amérique du Nord réalité. Basse-Normandie, en France. Les nombreux participants Sur une notre plus person- La délégation s’est rendue de l’Ontario français et de que l’on voyait auparavant presque uniquement comme nelle, j’aimerais souligner le dans ce magnifique port la France ont senti beau- rayonnement exceptionnel de mer afin de souligner le coup d’émotion lors de ce un comptoir pour les fourru- de Mme Meilleur qui a été départ à cet endroit en 1615 dévoilement, puisque on se res et non un territoire de du grand explorateur français, trouvait au même endroit où peuplement. une ambassadrice extraordi- Samuel de Champlain pour Champlain a quitté il y a Somme toute, Champlain naire lors de notre séjour en Photo par Michel Prévost serait très fier de voir France. Je la remercie vive- Michel Prévost et les partici- les Pays-des-Haut, l’Ontario 400 ans pour venir explorer pants de l’Ontario français d’aujourd’hui. une partie du territoire de qu’aujourd’hui des mil- ment de m’avoir invité à ont senti beaucoup d’émotion Pour l’occasion, la min- l’Ontario d’aujourd’hui. lions de personnes par- l’accompagner pour rappeler puisque on se trouvait au même istre Meilleur et Mme De mon côté, j’ai rappelé lent encore le français dans l’importance de Samuel de endroit où Champlain a quitté Nathalie Odéon-Papin, pre- aux dignitaires présents l’ancien Empire français en Champlain dans le cadre du il y a 400 ans pour venir explor- Amérique du Nord, dont plus 400e anniversaire la présence er une partie du territoire de mière adjointe au maire de l’importance de ce voyage de l’Ontario d’aujourd’hui. Honfleur, ont dévoilé dans Champlain pour l’Ontario. En de 600,000 dans les anciens française en Ontario. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 33 How not to fail at New Year’s fitness resolutions By Alex MacDonald two things a week. Add any- plan for your health. It would If you are like most peo- thing you will actually do. likely be catastrophic for you ple, as January rolls onto the Commit to them, schedule and your family if you get ill horizon, you will be thinking them, and accomplish them. and will cost you financially. about fitness. Congratulations Then, later, you can add more So, an ounce of prevention is – it’s one of the best things activities and diversify a bit. actually easier. you can do for yourself! Now, If you are already active, There are lots of options to get from the mulling stage check your fitness plan for in our neighbourhood from to the doing stage, that’s the cardio, strength and stretch personal trainers to inde- hard part. to see if you need to do any pendent studios to classes at First things first. Find tweaking. the NECTAR Centre. Local something you love or like If you are an athlete, you options may be easier to get to do. This seems obvious, most likely are already getting to and, it’s a great way to meet but thousands of people sign enough cardio and strength your community – which co- up at a gym when that is but please: balance, balance, incidentally is also good for actually the last thing that and balance. Make sure you your health! So find a buddy appeals to them. If you are are doing some cross train- and whatever you choose to not a ‘sporty’ person, it’s ing and are getting enough do, just get moving!!! unlikely that a gym will work stretching. This will help you Alex MacDonald is a cer- for you. So, think outside the develop the muscles not used tified Canfitpro instructor box. There are many ways to in your discipline and will specializing in group fitness be active: dancing, walking, help prevent injury. and older adult fitness. She yoga, swimming, bicycling, Scheduling. This is crucial. has been teaching in the New tennis, skiing, skating, etc. Look at your schedule and Edinburgh area for over 25 The question is: what appeals figure out when you are able years, and currently runs to do your fitness. Then, mark classes though NECTAR. to you? If you aren’t sure, Photo courtesy Alex MacDonald go try things out and make The key to keeping a fitness resolution for 2016 is to find an activity it in the calendar and keep sure you enjoy the activity you like to do. If you are not a ‘sporty’ person, it’s unlikely that a those appointments! If you Visit The Burgh and that it will give you what gym will work for you. are time-challenged, recruit you need: a challenging –but friends and family to help you Online! not too challenging–workout. and allows you to connect er) and two strength build- achieve your fitness commit- Most classes/gyms will allow with a friend. ers. (Note: that this doesn’t ments. If you want to get to For the most you to try a class or a week Be realistic. The latest have to be weights. Your own fitness two evenings a week up-to-date news of for free to see if it works for research says we should all body weight counts so, try and once on the weekend, you. be doing 30 minutes of cardio Yoga, Pilates or a Stretch and figure out who can help you the neighbourhood Then, find a buddy. a day, daily stretching and Strength class). make dinner, watch the kids Studies show that you are two to three strength training If you are fairly sedentary, etc. in order to make it hap- newedinburgh.ca more likely to get to the class/ sessions a week. Most of us start slowly. Try adding just pen? Remember: you need to gym/activity if you are going won’t get to this perfect level, with someone. It makes you so a more realistic goal may accountable and less likely to be 30-45 minutes of cardio just snuggle under a blanket three times a week (some- with a glass of wine. Also, it thing that makes you sweat makes the activity more fun hard enough to need a show- Page 34 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Local book experts offer top tips for winter reading By Books on Beechwood describes in her Introduction, to write historical biographies name To Kill a Mockingbird staff it is a “mix of observation, in particular. as their favourite book ever, Jill’s picks: Three of my history, and visual documen- Lady Byron and Her I approached this so-called favourite authors have writ- tation.” However, it is Helen’s Daughters by Julia Markus: prequel with equal doses of ten new books in time for use of language and her sense After her marriage to Lord excitement and misgiving. Christmas gifts: of imagery that lingers with Byron ended, Annabelle I’m pleased to report that The Secret Chord by the reader long after the river found herself and her daugh- Lee’s beloved style and tone Geraldine Brooks: King empties into Lake Ontario. ter, Ada, having to deal with is very much present in this David has tasked Nathan, Circling the Sun by Paula the social society of Regency book and Scout’s adult voice his courtier of long standing, McLain: Beryl Markham England. The account of how is perfect. Whether read as a with the job of interview- was a member of the Happy she not only survived in this first draft for Mockingbird or ing David’s wives, brothers, Valley set of European expats environment, but also thrived, on its own merits, it is a sat- nephews and his mother in living in colonial Kenya dur- is truly remarkable. isfying and fascinating read order to record David’s his- ing the 1920s. This is the The Year of Lear: which gives a remarkable tory. What these interviews story of her relationship with Shakespeare in 1606 by insight into the complicated reveal is a life of tyranny, Denys Finch Hatton and James Shapiro: It is amaz- issues of the times through passion and fame. A power- Karen Blixen and the story of ing how much can go on in Gibb: The author of the eyes of familiar and very ful, engrossing read. her record-setting solo flight one year. The year is 1606. Sweetness in the Belly, Gibb human characters. across the Atlantic from East England was contending writes an eloquent and tender Fifteen Dogs by Andre to West. It is an engrossing with the plague, the after- memoir about finding herself Alexis: Alexis has cleverly read about a fearless, passion- math of the Gunpowder Plot, and a family. managed to portray how 15 ate woman. a Scottish king, and divisive The Reason You Walk different dogs, each of them Here are three biographies religious and political issues. by Wab Kinew: This is an with distinctive and recogniz- worth reading during the During that year, Shakespeare insightful memoir about the able (to any dog lover) per- cold, winter months: wrote three plays. This book relationship of the author with sonalities, behave when they My History: A Memoir of is a wonderful read about all his father, and his identity as are all of a sudden granted Growing Up by Antonia of the above. a First Nations member. human intelligence by the Fraser: You have read her Antoinette’s picks: What’s Happened to gods, Apollo and Hermes, books about such subjects His Whole Life by Politics? by Bob Rae: This is who wager that if dogs have as Mary Queen of Scots, Elizabeth Hay: Set in New a discussion of the contempo- intelligence they will be Cromwell, Marie Antoinette York and Lanark, Ont. cot- rary state of our politics and unhappy. The book is never (just to name a few). Now tage country, this is an emo- government, for those who cutesy (some bad things hap- The River by Helen she is writing about a subject tionally insightful novel are not yet tired of politics. pen) but it is a wry observa- Humphreys: This beautiful she knows intimately-herself. about normal growing up in a Bridget’s picks: tion on human and canine little book is the “story “of A fascinating look at the life family with conflicts, secrets, Go Set a Watchman by foibles and is a very engaging the Napanee River. As Helen of a writer of biographies and love and forgiveness Harper Lee: As one of the read. Humphreys so eloquently what it was that motivated her This is Happy by Camilla many in this world who The White Road by December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 35 Edmund de Waal: The will change their lives for- Another wonderful resource Harlick will be at the store sign copies of his brand new subtitle is Journey into ever when they tie for first if you’re in search of gifts to sign copies of her new- publication Whose Man in an Obsession and it is the place at the National Spelling for friends and family are the est novel, Cold White Fear Havana? Adventures from the author’s travel through Bee. A beautiful story of love, annual Books for Everybody on Dec. 5 from 11am-1pm. Far Side of Diplomacy. time and history trying to language, and crossword puz- and Books for Children and Then, from 1-3pm, Susan Titles@Table40: On Dec. understand and illustrate the zles. Young Adults catalogues Meehan will be on hand to 6, Rod Phillips, author of world’s obsession with this Rule of Thirds (Pippa which feature many of the top sign her new novel Maggie’s The 500 Best-Value Wines “white gold” the first men- Green novels) by Chantal titles you’ll find at the store. Choice. On Dec. 8, author in the LCBO will lead an tion of which goes back to Guerin (12+): Pippa is the There are paper copies avail- Suzanne Lamontagne will evening of delicious Fraser Marco Polo’s writings. The sweetest protagonist you will able at B on B, but you can be at B on B from 11am- brothers’ food and wine pair- author frames this journey ever come across. It’s impos- also browse through the cata- 1pm to sign copies of her ings. Give the store a call at with his own personal quest sible not to love her! This logues and place your orders children’s book I Have a 613-742-5030 or drop in soon for particular specimens of first of three books is a real online at the store website Dream….Do You Have One to reserve your tickets, and porcelain, using each piece treat to read. booksonbeechwood.ca. Too? And coming up on Dec. get some sage advice in time as a starting off point for fas- Holiday Events: 12, John Graham will be at for holiday entertaining. cinating stories from history. Local mystery author Robin the store from 11am-2pm to The Road to Little Dribbling by Bill Bryson: Bill Bryson gives us another enchanting, informative and hilarious tour of Britain but to a whole new array of destina- tions. Although a newly mint- ed British citizen, he finds that he is still befuddled and engaged by his adopted coun- try. He has rightfully been described as “an enchanting raconteur” and “a deft histo- rian.” Dumplin’ by Julie Murphy Stephanie’s picks: (12+): Join the quirky and A God in Ruins by Kate lovable Willowdean as she Atkinson: Kate Atkinson embarks on a hilarious and takes a look at the natures of heartfelt quest to regain her time and reality in this genre- confidence. Full of sequins, defying novel. It is a humane red suckers, and the wide vision of people in all their star-filled skies of the Deep complicated splendor. A mar- South, you will fall in love velous novel and an elegant with this inspiring story and tale. its incredibly brave heroine. That’s Why I’m a Journalist Jackaby by William Ritter by Mark Bulgutch: Forty- (12+): With a frenetic energy four prominent journalists reminiscent of BBC’s new- share their behind-the-scenes est Sherlock, Jackaby follows enthralling accounts of some the antics and crime-solving of the most memorable sto- adventures of Miss Abigail ries of their careers. It gives Rook and the very Doctor us an intimate understanding Who-esque R.F. Jackaby. of the people we see on cam- The Nest by Kenneth era, read in newspapers, and Oppel and Jon Klassen hear on the radio. (10+): A great new story full Reporting Always by of thrills and chills from this Lillian Ross: As a staff writ- treasured Canadian author in er at the New Yorker since collaboration with award win- 1945, Lillian Ross invented ning illustrator Jon Klassen. the entertainment profile. Beware the bzzz. Her portraits are filled with For young readers: humour and rich in details The Day the Crayons Came revealing her subjects in Home by Drew Daywalt (3-6 unusual and perceptive ways. yrs): If you thought The Day Hilary’s picks: the Crayons Quit was fun, Menagerie by Rachel just wait until you read this Vincent: In a world where follow up about Duncan’s being a magical creature crayons making their way means being subjected to a back to him! Drew Daywalt life of persecution and abuse, does it again! Delilah Marlow discovers a Princess and Pony by Kate truth about herself that she Beaton (5-8 yrs): A very never would have guessed. sweet, funny story about a With a fast-paced and little princess who doesn’t thought-provoking plot, this get quite the birthday wish thrilling novel is a great read! she had in mind. Delightfully Two Across by Jeff illustrated in Kate Beaton’s Bartsch: Rediscover the unforgettable style! historical events of 1960s Books for Everybody America through the story of (BFE) and Books for Stanley and Vera. Both brainy Children and Young Adults teens, they form a bond that Holiday Catalogues: Page 36 New Edinburgh News December 2015 December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 37 Page 38 New Edinburgh News December 2015 Stairwell Carollers sing haunting new Christmas carol By David Rain RATES: $10, first 25 words; $5, each additional 25 As one of your neighbours, I words, payable on submission of ad. Public service ads have always felt a very special (such as lost & found) free. Call Christina Leadlay, 613- connection to New Edinburgh 261-0442 or email [email protected]. since I first moved to Ottawa in 1992. When my daughter Dog/Cat Walking And Sitting Your house plants are was attending Manor Park also safe with me!. Emergency and regular daily walking. Public School in the 1990s, References. Liba Bender: 613-746-4884. we used to love driving down the hill and taking our time Looking for an Avon representative who would find it shopping for groceries at the convenient to service Foreign Affairs, 125 Sussex Drive old Loeb store on Beechwood (clients being myself and a possible few colleagues) or Ave. the Beechwood/Charlevoix neighbourhood (client possibly In the 2000s, we both got being myself alone, though my complex neighbours may into yoga, and there was also be interested). Please call: 343-203 2306 during work no greater pleasure for us hours. than attending classes led by one of the world’s top yoga Tickets for the Dec. 16 con- Gatineau, 7:30 pm. instructors, Yogi Vishvketu, Photo by Holly Massie. cert will be available at the • Dec. 6: Emmanuel in the original Upward Dog Choir director Pierre Massie, pictured with the Stairwell Carollers, door for $20, or in advance Anglican Church, 287 Studio on MacKay Street. has created a haunting new Christmas carol evoking the humble for $15, online at www. Harrington St., Arnprior, 2 By the 2010s, I had moved beginnings of the birth of Jesus. stairwellcarollers.com, or pm. to the ByWard Market area, from Books on Beechwood, • Dec. 11: Knox Presbyterian but New Edinburgh was still Since 1992, I have sung winning 30-member choir, 35 Beechwood Ave. Sincere Church, 120 Lisgar St., solidly on my radar, as I dis- in an a cappella choir, The and Pierre has won many thanks for their support yet 7:30 pm. covered a lovely early morn- again this year! • Dec. 12: St James Anglican ing running route that would Stairwell Carollers, which awards for his own choral also has deep roots in the compositions. And, if you’re looking for Church, 225 Edmund St, take me past the Rideau Falls, that perfect Christmas gift, Carleton Place, 7:30 pm. New Edinburgh area. We This year, he has created a through Stanley Park, and the choir’s brand new CD, O In Memoriam: Our 2015 used to practice at St. Bart’s haunting new Christmas carol then back to the Market. magnum mysterium (recorded Christmas season is dedi- on MacKay, and, though we –“Verbum Patris unama- at St. Columba), will be on cated to the memory of Sir Follow us moved up the road a bit to tur” – that evokes the hum- sale at the concert. Proceeds David Willcocks (1919- St. Columba on Sandridge ble beginnings of the birth from our CD and ticket sales 2015), whose inspiring cho- Rd., we never abandoned of Jesus. Pierre told me “it have allowed us to give over ral compositions have graced on Twitter our roots. Thus, on the last makes me think of the deplor- $120,000 in music scholar- our concerts and CDs. Sir Wednesday of each month, able conditions at his birth, ships and donations to local David honoured the choir you may have seen us congre- the trials of Mary and Joseph charities! with a special arrangement @newednews gating in one of your lovely in the manger, ox and ass, and If you can’t make it to St of “We Wish You a Merry local pubs, soothing our sore so on.” Columba, you can still hear Christmas” with which we vocal chords after yet another New Edinburgh residents the Stairwell Carollers on one end our Christmas concerts. “grueling” rehearsal. have a chance to journey up of these dates: David Rain, who enjoys Our director, Pierre Massie, Beechwood to hear “Verbum • Nov. 27: St. Thomas running home along founded The Stairwell Patris unamatur” on Dec. 16 Anglican Church, 1619 Beechwood after choir Carollers in the residence at 7:30 pm at the choir’s Stittsville Main St., 7:30 practices, is in his 23rd year stairwells of the University “gala” Christmas fundrais- pm. with the Stairwell Carollers. of Ottawa in 1977. We have ing concert at St. Columba • Dec. 5: Église St. Mathieu, For more information, please grown to become an award- Church, 24 Sandridge Rd. 69, rue de Provence, visit stairwellcarollers.com. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 39 and gourmet makers from Food Bank is appreciated. Full traditional turkey dinner Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal The event is outdoors so with savory stuffing, silky Burgh and beyond. Sample tasty dress warmly. Hot beverages gravy, mashed potatoes and treats from our gourmet will be served. mixed vegetables. Or a deli- Bulletin food makers as you shop cious vegetarian lasagna plus from vintage sellers, fashion Dec. 16 – Stairwell Carollers Christmas dessert. Registration is not designers, soap makers, and required. Board floral designers. With gems Concert St. Columba like gourmet sodas, mod- Anglican Church 24 on Facebook. Shop locally Sandridge Rd. 7:30-9:30 January December for the holidays: beautiful ern screen-printed scarves, handmade cocktail bitters pm. $15 in advance; $20 at jackets, scarves, table linen, the door. stairwellcarollers. Jan 12 – Murder Room by On through Dec. 31 – cushion covers and many and vintage spoon jewelry, you’re sure to find some- com Join one of Ottawa’s Jack Sharkey Ottawa Little Nocturnes tropicaux– more unique, ethically pro- Changing Day into Night thing you’ll love! finest a cappella ensembles Theatre, 400 King Edward duced items directly sourced for an evening of beautiful Ave. 7:30 pm. Adults $25; ÉFÉ galerie d’art virtuelle, from India. Dec 8 - Nectar Food Talks Salon des lucioles, 189, boul. Christmas carols, both old seniors $22; students $12. Nectar Centre, 255 MacKay and new. Including many ottawalittletheatre.com. The St-Joseph, Gatineau. www. Dec 5 and 6 – Christmas St. $20. 7:30 pm. nectarcen- galerieartefe.ca 819-968- Crafternoons ByTown selections from our brand Ottawa Little Theatre pres- tre.ca Antonia Mauriello, new CD! All proceeds to ents this uproarious take-off 2816. Renowned Ottawa art- Museum, 1 Canal Lane. award-winning sommelier ist Wendy Trethewey takes 11 am-4 pm. bytownmu- local charities. Tickets avail- of the locked-room murder and owner of Savour Italy, able at Books on Beechwood genre. Mavis and her lover us on a journey to beauti- seum.com Learn more about will discuss sparkling wines or online. plan to rub out her wealthy ful exotic destinations and Edwardian Christmas tradi- for the holidays featuring a then changes day into night tions and what Christmas tasting with selected foods. Dec 19 – Christmas Holly husband, and seem to have with her tropical nocturnal was like 100 years ago in Sale St. Columba Anglican succeeded all too easily, but paintings depicting twilight Bytown. Join us to create Dec 13 – Christmas with Church, 24 Sandridge Rd. have they? scenes. “I’m excited to share traditional tree trimmings the Vyhovskyi Strings 10am-noon. 613-749-5103; Jan 21 – QVBIA Annual the concept of changing that you can add to our tree MacKay United Church, 39 admin@stcolumbaottawa. General Meeting Location day into night in the form or take home to decorate Dufferin Rd. 7 pm. 613-749- ca. This annual Manor Park of exotic tropical paintings yours. Crafts are available by 8727. Join us for an exciting event features fresh holly, to be confirmed. www. taken from my sketchbooks donations on the first floor evening of Christmas music baked goods, jams and jellies vanierbia.com. 8-9 am. of many years of travel,” and are ideal for young at including vocal, guitar and for sale. Free admission. The said Wendy. heart crafters. The permanent string performances as well Quartier Vanier Business exhibition on 2nd and 3rd as Christmas carol sing-a- Dec 20 – A Merrie Noyse Improvement Area hosts its Dec 3 – Help Lesotho floor galleries is included. longs. CBC radio’s Laurence Ashbury College Chapel, Annual General Meeting. Holiday Open House Wall will be the Master of 362 Mariposa Ave. 3:30-5 Please join the QVBIA’s Rideau Tennis Club, 1 Dec 5 – Christmas Craft Ceremonies. The evening’s pm. Adults $25; students Board of Directors and Donald St. 4-7 pm. helple- and Food Sale Overbrook proceeds go to the Ottawa $15. seventeenvoyces.ca. QVBIA team to learn sotho.org. Enjoy a glass of Community Center, 33 Mission and the Mission and Enjoy Christmas carols from about all the exciting initia- wine and some holiday cheer Quill St. 10 am-2 pm. Service Fund at MacKay. around the world, presented tives taking place in 2016! while shopping for gifts and [email protected]. Freewill donation at the by superb chamber choir Continental breakfast, coffee Over 20 local vendors will chatting with fellow Help door. Seventeen Voyces, directed and teas will be served. Lesotho supporters. Holiday be selling hand made crafts by Kevin Reeves. In intimate shopping includes items including ceramics, soaps, Dec. 13 – Beechwood Ashbury College Chapel. Jan 29 – Gatineau Winter from Lesotho, freshwater knitting and sewing, as well Cemetery Christmas Tickets available online or at BeerFest Canadian Museum pearl jewellery with proceeds as baked goods and local Candlelight Service 280 the door. of History. 5 pm. benefitting girls’ leader- honey. Free admission. Beechwood Ave. 6 pm. beechwoodottawa.ca. The Dec 24 – Operation festibiere.ca The popular ship programs in Lesotho. Festibiere returns! Enjoy a Everyone is welcome. Dec 5 – Urban Craft service features a candlelight Big Turkey Overbrook Market Glebe Community memorial with carols and Community Centre, 3 Quill cold beer in a warm setting. Dec. 4, 5 and 6 – Holy Centre, 175 Third Ave. 10 a tree-lighting ceremony. St. 2-4 pm. 613-742-5147. Savour more than 100 beers Cow Textiles Trunk Sale am-4 pm. urbancraftmarket. Bring an ornament to place Various Ottawa Community from over 25 local Ontario 166 Stanley Ave. 613-744- com, Urban Craft is Ottawa’s on the outdoor tree in mem- Centres are hosting a free and Quebec breweries. 1624. Dec 4, 5-8 pm; Dec hip, modern, handmade craft ory of a loved one. A non- Christmas Eve dinner to all Featuring music, workshops 5 and 6, 12-6 pm. Find us show. Featuring 50 indie perishable food item for the who would like to attend. and gourmet appetizers. December 2015 New Edinburgh News Page 40 in Saint-Sauveur in the Laurentians on Oct. 11. Dr. Champlain Charest and l’Association Laurentides Tourisme du Québec were on hand for the inauguration of the new gallery at 32a avenue de la Gare, Saint Sauveur, Que. Contact Gordon for more details at info@ gordonharrisongallery.com.

Deadline: JAN 10 [email protected] Photo by Clement Olomoi (from left) Lois Lawrence, Richard Simison, Joan Kellett, David Clendenning, Tony Kellett and Laurie Mason. Alex Binkley and Christine Congratulations to... Cram of Ivy Cres., Evelyn The 2015 Bazaar at the Church of St Bartholomew’s was Rose Binkley was born on a huge success, thanks to the outstanding table conveners, August 19, 2015 weighing the community of shoppers and our City Counsellor, Tobi a healthy 8 lbs. Proud par- Nussbaum, who very kindly opened the event. The monies ents Douglas Binkley and raised support the work of the Church which includes our The Ottawa RedBlacks refugee family from Syria, Cornerstone Shelter for Women, Shannon Shamsuzzoha are awarded Manor Park’s Penny thrilled to share their joy. our mission to the Garry J. Armstrong Centre and The Bale Thompson with a “wood for the North. Please thank our sponsors when you see them! cookie” on Oct. 16 for her – A.J.’s Catering, Goodies Fine Catering, The Rockcliffe “bravery and excellence” for Retirement Residence, Governor’s Walk Retirement the three different commu- Residence, The Edinburgh Retirement Residence and The nity campaigns attached to Chartwell New Edinburgh Square Retirement Residence. her name to raise money for Thanks again and see you next year! the Hospital Foundation in Photo by Louise Imbeault order to build a new Breast Nicolas Chapuis and all Year’s Potluck Celebration, Health Centre. Penny and her the staff at the Embassy of which will be held on January Former Burgh resident family were thrilled with the France on the tragic loss of 22, 2016 in the Memorial Hall Hélène Desjardins Boyer Olivia Magdaline Kennedy. recognition. life suffered in the Paris ter- at Mackay United Church. celebrated a milestone birth- Eric Cardinal, owner of rorist attacks on Oct. 13. As Copious thanks to all the day turning 101 years old on Richard Kennedy and Mood Moss Flowers, has neighbours and as Canadians hardworking volunteers Oct. 13 (pictured with friend Jennifer Menzies of Putman made it to the Canadian with close ties of history and who helped make this year’s Louise Imbeault of Ivy Cres.). Ave. are very proud to Underwater Hockey Team. kinship, we share the shock Rockcliffe Park Public Now living in an Orleans announce the birth of their This is his second time mak- and distress of Mr. Chapuis School Book Fair a suc- retirement residence, Hélène baby girl Olivia Magdaline ing the team. Eric will go on and the people of France, and cess. Whether you handled was raised on Vaughan street Kennedy on October 12 at to compete in South Africa wish them courage and resil- bookshelves, books, crafts, and lived most of her married 10:28 am. She weighed 8 lbs in March, 2016. Best of luck, ience at this difficult time. snacks or cash—or all of the life on Crichton. 10 oz. Mom, Dad, big sister Eric! above—we think you’re ter- On May 17 a first grand- Grace and baby are healthy rific! Cheers from the RPPS child was born to ecstatic and doing well. Thanks to Book Fair Committee. step-granddad Michael everyone for all of their sup- Welcome! Leonard and grandmom port. Karen O’Hearn of Ivy Award-winning Canadian We wish a warm welcome Crescent. Gavin Joseph landscape artist and Burgh to Prime Minister Justin John O’Hearn weighed in resident Gordon Harrison Trudeau, his wife Sophie at a whopping 10 lbs. 10 oz. and his partner gallerist Phil Grégoire and their children Parents Ryan and Jenni of Emond officially opened Our thoughts are with Xavier, Ella-Grace and Toronto just celebrated his six the second Gordon Harrison Louise Imbeault on the Hadrian. As plans are afoot months on Nov. 17. Canadian Landscape Gallery passing of Chanel the cat. for a major overhaul of the The first grandchild to Photo by Louise Imbeault Rescued in 2007, Chanel traditional residence of the became attached to Louise’s Prime Minister at 24 Sussex Kelly’s Barber + Beauty brother Pat, who passed Dr., the Trudeau family is open for business at its away on Aug. 28, 2015. recently moved from Manor new location, 30 Marier St., Chanel never recovered Ave. in Rockcliffe Park just a hop and a skip from from the shock and stress into Rideau Cottage on the Beechwood Ave. Owner of her beloved caregiver’s grounds of Rideau Hall, and Kellyann “Kiki” Riley held absence, despite an increase we look forward to having the grand opening on Nov. of attention from others. She them as our New Edinburgh 21. quickly developed a chronic neighbours for the next few Our Condolences condition and was euthanized years. on Nov. 16. Many thanks to Our sympathies to Paula the Beechwood Veterinary Miscellaneous... Thompson and her family Hospital for making her Do you need parking in New on the recent death of Paula’s transition comfortable and Edinburgh? NECTAR, at 255 sister Catherine Thompson. dignified. Mackay, has parking space Catherine died after a long available for rent at the rear illness and will be greatly Thank You of New Edinburgh House. Photo montage by Louise Imbeault missed. Nectar would like to thank If interested please contact Peter Dalton (right) presents new Canadian John Dunia with a We extend our sincere Metro on Beechwood for pro- 613-745-2742 or info@ splendid souvenir coin set. Learn more about John on pg. 19. condolences to Ambassador viding a turkey for the New nectarcentre.ca.