' January 15, 1999 Vol. 27 No. 1 Repairing the Glebe Community Centre step by step The Glebe Community Centre at tarp and heaters provided the 690 Lyon St., sorely in need of necessary winter protection) and renovation, is being repaired step the same kind of concrete pre-fab by step. steps will be installed. Work started Jan. 4 to replace Cost of the new steps is $7,400, the disintegrating concrete steps according to Gilles Renard, at the Lyon St. entrance. Patti facility co-ordinator for the city. McKay, centre director, says the Wooden steps were considered, repairs have been needed for but the precast concrete steps quite some time and cannot wait cost $1,000 less. Jonas for the building renovation which Restoration is the contractor. has been put off until some time "We hope the job will be fin- in the future. ished in time for the Bruce and The city's property managers in the Burgers dance Jan. 16," says the asset management division are Patti. overseeing the construction In the meantime, the ramp project. meant for strollers and The old concrete was broken up wheelchairs is being used by the with jacichammers, new metal ris- hundreds of Glebites who attend ers were installed and primed (a centre activities.

Photo: Susan Jermyn Photo: Susan Jermyn Keep level: New steps are by Jonas Crumbling concrete steps removed from Glebe Community Centre it installed Restoration Taste of the Glebe Jan. 28 Public meeting INSIDE BY CARL MARTIN on More than 20 neighbourhood Lansdowne Letters 5 will eateries participate in the Feb. 4 GNAG 6 Taste of the Glebe event on Thursday, January 28, at the City council will have received Facelift for the its first briefing on the Lans- Glebe Community Centre (690 Grimacing Nun Youth Café Lyon Street). The unique food downe Park redevelopment pro- fair, which runs from 5:30 p.m. to posal negotiated with Canderel GCA 7 Developments at an in camera 7:30 p.m. will showcase a virtual City I Councillor 8 smorgasbord of food styles and 77 meeting of the conununity and c ;c1 social services conunittee (CSOC) tastes. I Reg'l Councillor's January 13. It was first thought All proceeds go to the GNAG column 9 Glebe Community Centre Renova- ' that this meeting would b e tion fund. Tickets cost $25. Rosa's, Morala Specialty Coffee, public. Feature 10 The first public will "It will be an opportunity for McDonald's, the Pantry, the New briefing be at the next CSOC meeting on Winter is no joke/ Glebe residents to come together Delhi, the Canal Ritz, Second Cup, Jan. 27. Inez Berg, Capital Ward for a good cause and for people Starbuck's Coffee, Subway, Three Sports 12 from across the region to see how Von's, councillor, advises: " Th e Tarts, Vittoria Trattoria, be up Features .... 14, 15 good the food is in this commu- community must and ready Wringer's and Zak's Diner. to react really quickly. There are nity," said Mayor Jim Watson, one Brewing Co. and Kit- Promoting-peace through The Hart only two weeks for the public to of the organizers of the event. also pro- ding Ridge Winery will respond between Jan. 27 and the music; a Big Sister is "I think the Taste of the Glebe vide refresh- complimentary next CSOC meeting will be a lot of fun," said Capital ments. Feb. 10." also a friend Ward Councillor Inez Berg. "I There are plenty of door prizes Arts 16 want to thank the participating to be won, including two plane CAPITAL WARD BRIEFING: businesses for their support. I'm GET THE FACTS ON THE SugarBeat releases CD tickets to anywhere Air Canada LANSDOWNE PROPOSAL sure all the people who care as flies within the country. Parents Councillor Berg has invited city Business 18 much the Glebe about Conununity take note that free child care will CAO John Burke, technical staff Centre as I do will come out OCDSB trustee 19 and be available at the centre during and Canderel a enjoy representatives to this event" the event public briefing in Capital Ward Schools 20-22 Here are some of the eateries To buy tickets or to volunteer, to make presentations and answer Church ...... 25 that will offer free food samples: visit the main desk of the Glebe questions about the Lansdowne The Arrow & Loon Pub, the Community Centre, call the office, plan, now that the financial Clocktower Pub, Feleena's, Flip- of Mayor Watson at 244-5300, agreement has been u ego tiated. per's, Fratelli, Grabba Jabba Fine ext. 3030, or that of Councillor The public Feb. 4 at DATES TO REMEMBER Coffee, Irene's Pub/Restaurant, Berg at 244-5367. 7:30 p. cP ebe Community Kettleman's Bagel Co., Jan. 25: Glebe Report Lightning Space is limited so get your Centre. Bakery, Loeb Glebe, Mexicali tickets fast! Deadline N EWS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 2 Vigorous new year at Abbotsford mysteries. You don't have to buy a computer to become computer Marque Laflamme literate use ours! REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST ACTIVITIES GUIDE AVAILABLE Therapeutic massage for treatment of: On Jan. 18 our class series start again. Pick up our guide to headaches neck/shoulder stiffness back pain what is available when you come whiplash stress management sports injuries in to see who we are. Or phone. BY GORDON HAUSER Stay in Shape is a group activity Free Parking , GLEBE Call 237-9000 At that lovely old house oppo- designed for each individual's ChiropTaclic site Lansdowne Park on Bank special needs because we care Fifth Avenue Court CLINIC 99 Fifth Ave.. Suite 7 Street we have just the programs about your continued good health. that lively people 55 years or Try Yoga. That is offered each older really enjoy. The bridge week, and you will be guided in players will start early because meditation techniques and they love the game so much. If breathing exercises. Or go for you play or want to learn to play, more active fitness with Aerobics phone 230-5730 to ask for de- or Muscle Training with Weights PERSONAL INCOME TAX PREPARATION tails. I know you will be wel- both classes run twice each Twelve Years Experience comed with open arms. week. Do it with a friend! You Bridge players enjoy teaching will soon notice the difference. their sldlls to others but this is Change your lifestyle. MARION CAMERON also true of the snooker players. From Pottery to Discussion Phone: 730-8491 Fax: 730-2448 The same phone number will give Groups there is so much to choose all necessary info about how to from. Give us a call. And re- email: [email protected] join and use the cues and table. member, when you start to wOrry It is great recreation and fun. about taxes you don't have to pay The introduction of computer for expert advice, we have that training has gone well with lots of here for members at our Tax members using the computer to Clinic on March 27. But please send E-mails after a brief call in and look us over before introduction to its supposed then. Dr. Robert Crook, Dr. Joan Craig No more parking & Dr. Pierre Isabelle at Patterson Creek FAMILY DENTISTRY The National Capital Commis- shrubs and re-sodding. The NCC sion would like to inform Rideau has also added to the park furni- Fiffh Avenue Court Suite 21-99 Fifth Ave ture (benches and lamp stan- Canal skateway users as well as Saturday Evening residents of the National Capital dards) and re-surfaced the path- and Appointments Available Region that the area north of Pat- way which runs through the park. Service Bilingue terson Creek and adjacent to Lin- The use of this site as a parking For Appointment, Phone 234-6405 den Terrace will no longer be area is contrary to NCC environ- cleared for parking. This area mental practices and does not fit was originally maintained to in this important Capital setting, service Winterlude events and is so close to the Queen Elizabeth no longer needed for this pur- Drive and the Canal skateway. Retirement Savings pose. Plan Seminar Since 1995, the NCC has in- The alternative parking areas vested considerable resources to nearby are: street parking on improve this important core park. Linden Terrace or parking at The NCC has repaired the Patter- Lansdowne Park. If you have any A timely invitation son Creek pavilion (public toilets questions you may call Sandra and skate change area) and em- Pecek, Public Consultation and from Royal Bank. bellished the landscaping b y Community Relations at 239- planting additional trees and 5155. Meet the experts at the Museum of Nature Making the right retirement planning decision can There is no better way to share The ABCs Of Mineral Identifica- be a difficult and confusing experience. the excitement of the scientific tion Michel Picard; Gem Identi- process than to talk to a scien- fication Willow Wright. That's why Royal Bank is holding a complimentary tist. Sat, Jan. 23: What's New In Retirement Savings Planning Seminar to assist you Dinosaur Science Michael Cald- At the Meet the Experts pro- with this important financial decision-making. gram this month at the Canadian well; Fish Of The Rideau River Museum of Nature (CMN), visitors Noel Alfonso; Mineral Research will be able to meet and talk with At The CMN Bob Gault. Topic: RSPs MUTUAL FUNDS MARKET UPDATE 22 museum scientists and collec- Sun., Jan. 24: Fossil Forest tions experts about their work. In The Arctic Richard Day; Life Date: January 20, 1999 "Being able to chat one-to-one At The Bottom Of The Sea Jean- with a scientist makes his or her Marc Gagnon; The Canadian Time: 7:30 p.m. science both relevant and much Museum of Nature in Africa more accessible. There's time for Jean Lauriault; Flat Fish: Life Seating is limited, so call Chris at 564-2770 questions," says Dahlia Tanasoiu, With Both Eyes On One Side Of to reserve your seat. program coordinator. "The Your Head François Chapleau. program is designed to turn kids Sat, Jan. 30: The Dos A n d and their parents on to science." Don'ts Of Dinosaur Preparation All the presentations will involve Clayton Kennedy; The Art Of ROYAL BANK specimens and hands-on Preservation Of Natural Speci- activities. mens Rob Bee- Waller; Beetles, 745 Bank St. Sat, Jan. 16: Sharks: 4 5 0 tles And More Beetles Anne and Ottawa 564-4591 Years Of Fascinating History Henry Howden; Stuck On You: The QUOI Stephen Cumbaa; A Year In The Life Of A Leech Jackie Madill. it Life Of The Rideau River Paul Strategies Sun., Jan. 31: Nature's Pio- 42:)'5 Hamilton; Minerals And r' ^f Mining neers: A Close Look At - Lichens II y.10. Of The National Capital Region Irwin Brodo; FACTS0 Plants That Call 0 11- Scott Ercit. Water Home Lynn Gillespie; The MEN Sun., Jan. 17: Canada's Microscopic World Michel OD Registered trade-mark of Royal Bank of Canada RETI°EPO Frozen Zoo: The Ice Age Animals Poulin; Deep Sea Fishes Brian TERM 9- Of Canada Richard Harrington; Goad. 3 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 N EWS on $37 a Could you live week? FOR YOUR ONE STOP SHOPPING IN THE GLEBE The Centretown Community budget, menus, the stories of Health Centre is inviting all people living in poverty and other residents of the Ottawa-Carleton necessary information will be INNISS region to participate in this sent to all participants of the PHARMACY 769 year's Poverty Challenge b y Poverty Challenge. BANK ST. (AT SECOND AVENUE) living on $37 for one week. This POT LUCK & SNOW TEL.: 235-4377 FAX.: 235-1460 dollar amount corresponds to the SCULPTURE weekly amount of money that The Poverty Gala and The Ontarians receiving social Poverty Challenge are part of a assistance have left over after Poverty Awareness Week which paying for rent and utilities. will feature events such as The Poverty Challenge is an sharing a low-cost meal offered at event aimed at raising public Mexicali Rosa's Bank Street and awareness about the challenges Dow's Lake restaurants, faced by people living in poverty participating at a vigil at the by giving participants a n Human Rights Monument on Elgin opportunity to "walk in another's at Lisgar Street, attending a n shoes" for just one week. Information Day on Poverty at the Regional Municipality of Ottawa- The Second Annual Poverty Carleton and joining other Challenge is set for January 19 to participants at a potluck dinner. 25, 1999. It will be launched Finally, during Winterlude, a January 18 at a Poverty Gala snow sculpture illustrating a which has been endorsed by Mac poverty theme will be built by Harb, MP; Richard Patten, MPP; participants and organizers. Jim Watson, Mayor of Ottawa and To register for the Poverty Clive Doucet, Regional Councillor. Challenge, contact André The Poverty Challenge is open Fontaine at Centretown to individuals and groups. A Community Health Centre at 563- package containing a weekly 4771 ext. 158. Support offered for mothers of incest victims Suffering in silence? Feeling deciding how to get the help they betrayed? Blamed? Guilty? need. The facilitator is Andrea SINCE THE TURN OF THE CENTURY THIS HAS BEEN Angry? Should have realized what Madan, a social worker at the A PHARMACY LOCATION was going on? Was it recent or a Centretown Community Health OPEN: WE ACCEPT: long time ago? 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Snowfalls can look different to adults. The snow that EDITOR: Susan Jermyn, 236-4955 blankets the tobogganing hills also covers the cars and clogs ADVERTISING MANAGER: Judy Field 231-4938 (Before 8 PM) the front walks and roads. Snowfall equals shovelling, and BUSINESS MANAGER: Sheila Pocock-Brascoupé 233-3047 we hope our shovels are equal to the task. CIRCULATION MANAGER: Christian Hurlow 238-3572 EDITORIAL ASSISTANT: Margie Schieman Shovels or snow blowers? What's your preference? Do you worry about heart attack and back injury? Do you resent the STAFF THIS ISSUE: Susan Bell, Susan Carson, Sally Cleary, Eva noise of your neighbour's snow blower? And, how do you Golder, Teena Hendelman, Deidre Jones-Nishimura, Elaine Marlin, feel about your neighbours blowing or piling snow on your Hélène Samson property? Is this a question of etiquette? Our family seems to be caught in the middle. We really don't mind that one LEGAL ADVISERS: Russell Zinn, Peggy Malpass neighbour blows the snow from his driveway into our garden. On the other side, we are discouraged from COVER PHOTO: Elaine Marlin shovelling part of our driveway snow onto the adjacent snowbank. Well, as John Kane points out in the GCA DISTRIBUTION STAFF: Cheryl Casey, Courtright Family, Dorothy column, we can't push it out onto the street So up it goes, Donaldson, Gary Greenwood, Geoffrey Gordon, Carolyn Harrison, onto ever increasing snowbanks on our lawn and garden. Brian and Marjorie Lynch, Deborah McNeill, Nadia Moravec and That's our whry tulips are the last to bloom. Peter Williams.

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I Christmas period. myself wrote a column about them There is a critical point in every successful person's life I knew Alan first as an idealis- both in this paper's November is- tic and hardworking civil servant sue (Date with Dulcie). This when the management of wealth can benefit in charge of aid to African coun- letter is written, then, in a spirit tremendously from experienced, trustworthy advice. tries through the Canadian Inter- of solidarity and in the hope national Development Agency. Dulcie can continue among us. We are proud of our unique approach to the business We travelled the length of Africa Clyde Sanger of wealth management and believe that a relationship United Way/Centraide chair of trust is the best basis for thanks the community financial success. Editor, Glebe Report, labour, government representa- It was my great honour to lead tives and community leaders. The the United Way/Centraide Ot- results were outstanding. We wish you and your families a safe and tawa-Carleton campaign this year, At our Achievement Celebration as volunteer Campaign Chair. on November 19, I announced that prosperous New Year. As Campaign Chair, I observed a record-breaking $14.1 million first-hand the great generosity of had been contributed. Much- the people of our community needed donations are still coming Christopher Martin over 100,000 individuals donated in, and if donors continue to re- to the campaign, hundreds of spond, we believe that we can Branch Manager / Investment Advisor workplaces and companies partic- meet our $14.6 million goal by 613-783-4071 1-800-605-7299 ipated, and 14,000 volunteers year-end. It is still not too late gave their time and talents to to ensure that important local raise money to help others. programs have the funding they ID EVERGREEN I was inspired by the men and need. WEALTH MANAGEMENT women who came forward to speak To every person who con- RRSP, RRIF, RESP, Strip Bonds, Mutual funds, Preferred Shares, of how they had overcome tributed to the campaign, I extend Segregated Funds, Estate Planning extraordinary perso na 1 my heartfelt thanks. You have TD Evergreen Investment Services Inc. is a subsidiary of the Toronto challenges and regained control made a difference in the lives of Dominion Bank, CIPF member. of their lives, with help from a one in three local people, who United Way program or member will be helped by a United agency. Way/Centraide program next Finally, I had the great plea- year. Think of all the people sure of working closely with a whose lives will be made a little Campaign Cabinet made up of vol- brighter because you chose to unteers including members of the give. business community, organized James A. Robertson MP should think about Ottawa, our city Malpass Law Office PEGGY MALPASS Suite 304 Editor, Glebe Report, yard leading to Parliament Hill. 151 Slater Street He's at it again. Despite neighbourhoods' op- Lawyer Mediator Arbitrator Ottawa, Ontario Despite one's conflicts of inter- position to this plan and despite KIP 5H3 Trainer Fadlitator est, which in my case include unanimous objection from City Tel: (613) 235-8274 being the NDP candidate against Council, our MP recently deliv- Dispute Resolution Design Services ext. 41 Mac Harb in the last election and ered our opinions to the NCC. Fax: (613) 230-7356 living on Metcalfe St., it is hard Apparently we want to demolish to reach any other conclusion Metcalfe as far south as Laurier, a about Ottawa Centre's Liberal MP. position Harb conveyed on our Rarely are community issues behalf via a survey sent to his the responsibility of a federal riding. MP. Yet Ottawa's dual role as Of the four options Harb gave capital and city force our MPs constituents on the subject, all into a dual role: responsibilities four involved at least partial for which all MPs are responsi- demolition of Metcalfe. A fifth CAPITAL WARD PUBLIC MEETING: ble, but also providing effective option, namely not spending representation to the federal goy- billions to eviscerate part of ernment on community issues. downtown, was absent. LANSDOWNE PARK In Ottawa, our MP must take our Representing the NCC to us is REVITALIZATION views to government, not as becoming habit for Harb. Not 18 government, but as developer, months ago, he stood firm with Instead, we are cursed with the the NCC over the Champlain Thursday, February 4 reverse, an MP who continues to Bridge issue, again overriding represent the govern men t, neighbourhoods elsewhere in our 7:30 through the NCC, to us. riding. With the incompetence of the No riding in Canada is more GI NCC evident to anyone who's seen threatened by the NCC's urban LeBreton Flats in the last 30 experiments on neighbourhoods cet years, communities are powerless than Ottawa Centre. And given with to stop a secretive, federally- the NCC's extensive land holdings funded body. Had we an MP who throughout our riding, no neigh- City staff defends our neighbourhoods, the bourhood is immune from its Chief Administrative Officer - John Burke odds would not be quite so plans. & Canderel representatives stacked against us. If we concede that NCC com- The most recent example is the missioners should think about NCC's proposal to gut Metcalfe Ottawa, our capital, is it not rea- hosted by: Street, an anchor to a livable city sonable to expect the MP for Ot- Councillor Berg centre with its healthy mix of tawa Centre to think about Ot- info: 244-5367 businesses and residences. In its tawa, our city? place, we will have a wide boule- Jamey Heath GLEBE NEIGHBOURHOOD ACTIVITIES GROUP 690 Lyon Street South NEWS ON, Glebe Report January 15, 1999 GNAG Ottawa, K1S 3Z9 Tel: 564-1058 6 Step into action Artists asked for proposals BY ALICE HINTHER On Thursday, January 28 GNAG for Art-Link project Happy New Year and welcome will be hosting A Taste of the back to another fun session of Glebe from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the at Glebe Community Centre GNAG programmes. Winter pro- Glebe Community Centre. Come The Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group (GNAG) is initiating a grammes began the week of Jan- and sample specialties from over creative project Art-Link to reflect and enhance the spirit of the uary 11 and there are still spaces twenty of the Glebe's finest community. They are asldng artists to work with the community to available in many of the courses eateries for only $25. Free day create something for the Glebe Community Centre (GCC), inside or and workshops. Check the winter care will be provided for children outside, that reflects community spirit. This project is intended to 1999 programme guide available under the age of 12. Tickets are promote the image and build the profile of the GCC, as a follow-up at the centre for details. available from the Glebe Com- to GNAG's 25th anniversary celebration last year. We are happy to announce that munity Centre, Councillor Inez The project should encourage the participation of all age groups there was overwhelming interest Berg's office (244-5300, ext. and users of the community centre, particularly the very young and in holding an adult dance on Sat- 5367) or Mayor Jim Watson's of- seniors, to aid in celebrating GNAG's 25th anniversary. urday, January 16 with Bruce and fice. All funds raised will go to Length of the project is six months maximum from the date of the Burgers in the Main Hall of GNAG's Glebe Community Centre selection of the artist. the Community Centre. The dance Renovation Fund. For further Interested artists and crafts persons are asked to submit a brief runs from 8 p.m. till 1 a.m. There information, Please call Julianne project proposal (1 to 2 pages maximum), a maximum of 10 slides of will be a cash bar and door Bertulli in the Mayor's office at current work and detailed slide list and a current résumé. Joint prizes. Tickets are still available 244-5300, ext. 3030. proposals from two artists or crafts persons are eligible. at a cost of $10 per person. Be Please mark the following. Project budget $4,000 artist fee sure to join us for an evening of events on your January calendar: plus $1,000 materials fee. great music and dancing. Jan. 8 - Youth Dance, 7-10 p.m. Deadline for proposals: February 26, 1999. If you are an artisan and are 11 - 14 years, $3 at the door Mail or hand deliver proposals to: Glebe Neighbourhood interested in displaying your Jan. 15 - Classic Movie Night $1 Activities Group, 690 Lyon St. Ottawa, K1S 3Z9. work at the GNAG Spring Craft per drop in, 7:30 p.m. Attention: Art-Link Project Fair mail-in registration is from Jan. 16 - Bruce and the Burgers The Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group is a non-profit Monday, January 25 to Friday, Dance, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Tickets organization which operates the GCC in cooperation with the City of February 12. The cost per table $10, cash bar, door prizes. Ottawa. GNAG's mission is to provide affordable and innovative, for this one day sale is $50. The Jan. 28 - Taste of the Glebe, a recreational and cultural programs and events. It offers more than fair will be held on Saturday, fundraising project for our reno- 70 programs for participants of all ages. The Glebe Community March 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. vation fund. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 Centre is an old and extensively used building. Renovations are Please call the GNAG office at p.m., $25. Per person. Free planned for the year 2004. 233-8713 for more details. childcare for children under 12. Currently, the building's facilities include one ceramics studio with kiln, one large crafts room studio space and an unequipped Youth café gets a facelift darkroom. Part-time use of these facilities and storage space will be available for the project and opens with a bang Jan. 15 PROJET LIENS D'ART BY AMY BRANDON strum a guitar, spin some tunes, Les responsables du GNAG aimeraient que ce projet de création Greetings and salutations from tell some jokes or read some po- reflète et mette en valeur l'esprit de la collectivité. Il conviendrait the Grimacing Nun! We open Jan. etry. We have a microphone and également que le projet favorise la participation de tous les groupes 15 with a bang and a nice, new facilities for electric guitars and d'âge et de tous les utilisateurs du Centre communautaire, shiny interior. It includes new drum kits so any genre or volume spécialement les très jeunes et les aînés, à la célébration du 25e paint, re-covered sofas and tables of music is welcomed. We con- anniversaire du GNAG. and a brand new stage. We are sider this your café so any art- La durée maximum du projet sera de six mois, à compter de la planning some special events, but work, your own or others, we will date de sélection de l'artiste. most nights will be simple: display. There is no cover charge Les artistes et artisans intéressés sont invités à soumettre un coffee, friends, and some great for performers or contributing court aperçu de leur projet (1 ou 2 pages), diapositives de leurs music and live acts. artists. oeuvres courantes, 10 au maximum, ainsi qu'une liste détaillée des We are a comfortable café diapositives et un curriculum vitae mis à jour. Les propositions where, if you are between the ages To schedule stage time, call communes, émanant de deux artistes ou artisans, sont également of 14 and 25, you can get unlim- Jess at 748-0057; for general info permises. ited soft drinks, coffee or tea, call Amy at 237-1689, Emma at Budget du projet 4 000 pour les honoraires de listen to great music courtesy of 489-2757 or just drop by the l'artiste et 1 000 $ pour le matériel. our regular Dis or live acts, and Grimacing Nun Youth Café on Fri- Date limite de présentation des propositions: relax with friends for only a day nights between 7 p.m. and Le 26 février 1999. dollar cover charge. midnight. We are closed the sec- Apporter les propositions ou les poster à l'adresse For the artist/performer, the ond Friday of every month. Enter suivante: Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group, Nun is not just a place to relax the Glebe Community Centre (690 690, rue Lyon Sud, Ottawa, K1S 3Z9 but also to show the world what Lyon) by the side door, left of the À l'attention du Projet Liens d'Art you've got. Our stage is open, main door, through the play- anyone can schedule time to ground. Hope to see you all soon! Sharing a Healthier

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KIP 6L2 (613) 783-7337 or E 1 800-267-9345 Merrill Lynch 26-99 Fifth Avenue e-mail: www.canada.ml.com (Fifth Avenue Court) 238-3236 [email protected] Merrill Lynch Canada Inc. is a Member - CIPF 7 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 GCA Planning and parking issues continue WHO'S GOT THE MONEY cash-in-lieu for two parking that their contractors are Part of the provincial down spaces for 33 Regent. The required to remove the snow loading to the municipalities apartment building is zoned completely off site or to place it included the retention, by local commercial on the first floor and on the client's property. Placing authorities, of fines related to the owner would like to convert the snow on the street or sidewalk traffic violations. In the past the two apartments to commercial is prohibited by the city and is money associated with these By use. The GCA has opposed this unsafe. charges found its way to Toronto. G. C. A. request. MONTHLY BOARD MEETINGS It appears that our local officials President 33 Regent St. is located on a January 26 April 27 are once again trying to sort out John Kane one-way street that would require February 23 May 25 all customer vehicular traffic to March 23 June 22 who will oversee this process, adjustment, the GCA opposed the exit through this residential area Annual Meeting May 12 a.k.a. who gets the money. request from Routeburn to allow onto Fifth Avenue. In addition, All meetings start at 7:30 p.m. Currently the province is two medical offices at their Lyon there is already a customer and are held at the Glebe holding approximately $2.5 St. project. The GCA w a s a Bank Community Centre. million for 1998 and will hold an concerned that the addition of the parking area for St. estimated $4.0 million for 1999 business, directly across from I would like to remind these offices would only add to an GCA board until local officials can reach the apartment building that everyone that the already busy intersection of First open to the public. some form of agreement Perhaps currently exits via Fifth Ave. meetings are and Lyon. of the Glebe are this is another example of why we Over the last few years, at least All residents We were also somewhat always welcome. If you have should have one level of local concerned that this part of the 30 cash-in-lieu applications have government been approved by the city for ideas, concerns or problems project turned up after a lengthy regarding our neighbourhood, One of the interesting hooks to process had been businesses adjacent to Bank St. consultation The most recent was 855 Bank St contact the GCA. Also, watch the this proposal is a requirement to completed. At no time during this separate the enforcement from the which is the building directly notice boards in the Glebe process was there any mention of and the i s adjacent to the c urr ent Community Centre at revenue. The Ministry any type of office. Under current public may application. During the McKeen Loeb store f o r concerned that the zoning, one medical office was feel that police resources may be discussions for this site it was information on the GCA. allowed; Routeburn requested an I at: 235-1782 directed to areas that generate evident that many of the parking can be reached additional office. 6-9:30 p.m. E-mail: revenue. As a result, there can spots that were "assigned" to the between The current proposal for these restaurant were shared with the [email protected] be no linking between revenue a low patient turnover offices has other businesses at this location. from fines and police budgets. roughly one per hour. However, What a deplorable thought: It is clear that there is already a once these offices are approved, area. generating revenue to increase this could shortage of parking in this tenants may change; to the enforcement of speed limits, lead to a considerably higher To waive the requirement Be An parking spaces for 33 red lights and assorted other patient turnover. How many provide two Ontario I only add to the traffic violations. wonder how patients were in the waiting room Regent will Arthritis Fighter! many red light cameras and at your last visit to a doctor or congestion already at this traffic calming fixtures can track dentist? location. Support Arthritis down bad guys on a slow day. The committee of adjustment SNOW REMOVAL Research! Planning issues did not agree with our objections Since the onslaught of snow we few days I OBE BUILDING and variance was approved. have had over the last 33 REGENT ST. would like to remind residents THF ARTHRFTIS SOCIETY At the December 17th meeting services of the city's committee of The second planning issue was a who use snow removal

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metro-city realty ltd., realtor David Leff M41( independently owned and operated Sales Representative Not intended to solicit properties currently for sale REPORT Glebe Report January 15, 1999 8 the basement hall. Don't miss this that is fairer and tailored to Ot- City Councillor's update great opportunity to experience A tawa-Carleton's needs. Education I hope everyone had a safe and Taste of the Glebe and support Minister Dave Johnston is to be joyful holiday with time to relax your community centre! invited to Ottawa to meet with with family and friends. I wish SCHOOL CLOSURES them. you all a blessed and peaceful On December 16 council ap- WI NTE RLU DE new year. proved my motions and others di- Don't miss Winterlude! Start- WHITTON AWARDS recting city staff to do all they ing Friday, February 5 it runs Nominations are again open for can to protect Ottawa schools in over three weekends, closing Sun- the Whitton Awards. This annual By all board jurisdictions, particu- day, February 21 at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony honours Capital Ward's Councillor larly those with joint use and re- usual street closures and parking outstanding volunteers who have Inez Berg ciprocal use agreements with the restrictions will be in effect. contributed in the areas of Sports City of Ottawa. They support mo- Watch for ads on upcoming & Recreation, Arts & Culture, January 28, 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. and tions passed November 18 which events, bus routes and street clo- Community Activism, the Envi- Friday, January 29, 10 a. m. - 4 oppose school closures without sures. ronment and Business. Please p.m. Pre-book by 4 p.m. January full consideration of the vital NCC PARKING - PATTERSON mail, fax or e-mail to me the name 27 at 244-5494. Parking role they play in the social in- CREEK of your chosen candidate, with validation available. Presenta- frastructure and the growth and The National Capital Commis- their full address and telephone tions may be faxed to 244-5417, economic development of com- sion intends to close the parking numbers (and your own) and a de- e-mailed: budget@ munities. lot adjacent to their Patterson scription of their work and why city.ottawa.on.ca or mailed to City A public forum at City Hall on Creek skate change hut. See page you feel they deserve the award. Hall c/o Elaine Fleury. January 7 including Ottawa-Car- 2. Please copy your response to Nominations deadline is March A TASTE OF THE GLEBE leton mayors, school board chairs the NCC to my office and the GCA. 31. Would you like a culinary and numerous elected represen- CAN I HELP? LANSDOWNE PARK preview of what our Glebe eater- tatives resulted in formation of a Inez Berg, Councillor, 111 Sus- On December 16, council ap- ies have to offer? On Thursday, working group to provide wider sex Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1N 5A1. proved CAO John Burke's request January 28, join me, Mayor Wat- support to school boards seeking Tel: 244-5367 Fax: 244-5373. E- to extend final approval for ne- son and many area residents at A a way to deal with school closures mail: [email protected] gotiations and final agreement for Taste of the Glebe, at the Glebe the revitalization of Lansdowne Community Centre. The event Park to February 18. The tenta- which runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. tive agreement will be presented will raise funds for the Glebe publicly and tabled at the Jan- Neighbourhood Activities Group's Photo: Roger Lalonde uary 27 community services and community centre renovation operations committee (CSOC) fund. Mayor Jim Watson, meeting. The next opportunity Kittling Ridge Winery and Hart Coun. Inez Berg, for the public to present their Brewing Company will provide GNAG executive views to council on the plan will complimentary refreshments. director Mary Tsai be at CSOC on February 10. To Many raffle prizes will be won, Davies & GNAG speak at CSOC please call Lori including two plane tickets to chair Louise Ferrari at 244-5300-1-3619. anywhere in Canada that Air Carota at GNAG's Unfortunately, promised in Canada flies. Tickets are $25 and Gala fun draiser. camera briefings, which would cover all food and drink. To get They invite you to have given councillors informa- yours please call my office: 244- support A Taste of tion on the plan and input to ne- 5367, or the mayor's office, 244- the Glebe, Jan. 28, gotiations in the latter part of 5300-1-3030. Your children age a fundraiser for 1998, did not take place. 12 and under are admitted free the Glebe C. C. Council's concerns about and will be fed and entertained in renovations. information leaks resulted in its vote to dispense with in camera briefing. While I appreciated the legal concerns I did not support this. I felt it was critical that council be informed of the LANSDOWNE PARK direction of negotiations and the I 1111":-:t developing plan for Lansdowne. UPCOMING EVENTS -4 INAlk LANSDOWNE PARK MEETING IN CAPITAL WARD 9111*** I've scheduled a Capital Ward public meeting on Thursday, JANUARY February 4 to provide my con- FEBRUARY stituents information on the ten- 1 67's / Toronto (2:00 pm) 5 67's / Peterborough (7:30 pm) tative agreement and plan for 3 67's / North Bay (2:00 pm) 5-7 Ottawa-Hull RV & Camping Show Lansdowne Park and to get their 8 67's / Peterborough (7:30 pm) 9 67's / Kingston (7:30 pm) views. John Burke, city staff and 9 NHL Oldtimers Hockey Challenge 12 67's / North Bay (7:30 pm) Canderel representatives will at- 10 67's / Sudbury (6:30 pm) 19 67's / Peterborough (7:30 pm) tend to make a presentation and 15 67's / Barrie (7:30 pm) 21 67's / Sault Ste. Marie (2:00 pm) answer questions. The meeting 22 67's / Oshawa (7:30 pm) 25-28 The Ottawa Boat & Sportsmen Show 22-24 The Kitchen, Bath, Window will take place at the Glebe Com- & Door Show 27-31 Canadian Figure Skating Championship munity Centre, 690 Lyon St. S. at 7:30 p.m. BUDGET 1999 I will hold my Capital Ward MARCH APRIL budget meeting Wednesday, Jan- uary 27 in the Glebe Community 3-4 Construct Ottawa '99 (Builders Event) 9-11 Autorama 1999 Centre basement hall at 7:30 p. m. 5 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 9-11 The Ottawa Antique Show City treasurer Mona Monlunan and 5-7 The Ottawa Golf Show 15-18 Originals - The Spring Craft Sale 7 67's / Mississauga (2:00 pm) 16-18 The CAO Travel & Vacation Show John Burke will present the 12 67's / Kingston (7:30 pm) budget, answer 20-21 Garden Brothers Circus questions and 12-14 The Ottawa Paddlesport & Outdoor Adventure Show 23-25 The Ottawa Flower & Garden Show hear your views. I look forward to 14 67's / Barrie (2:00 pm) 23-25 Fine Arts Festival seeing many of you there. 17-19 The Ottawa Valley Fann Show 27-28 The Ottawa Industrial Show The city's budget '99 document 19 67's / Belleville (7:30 pm) 27-28 The Ottawa-Hull Food Services Trade Show can be reviewed at community 24-28 The Spring Home Show centres, pools, fire stations, public libraries, City Hall, or on Internet: http://city.ottawa.on.ca MAY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Call my office 244-5367 to get a 4-5 Ottawa Business Show/Comtech '99 copy. 14 Legends Alive PLEASE CALL: 564-1485 Council will hear public dele- 15-16 Spring Garage Sale (Tent) gations (five minutes per group) CIVIC CENTRE BOX OFFICE: 564-1490 in Victoria Hall on Thursday, 9 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 REPORT Regional Councillor's update ADVERTISEMENT Many people have asked me just Which of These Costly Homeseller how does regional council work with so many diverse interests Mistakes Will You Make When You pulling on it from so many direc- tions. I thought the best way of Sell Your Home? would ex- explaining it be a short OTTAWA- A new report has just homesellers make 7 deadly mistakes cerpt from my diary. been released which reveals 7 costly that cost them literally thousands of January 1998 There should be By mistakes that most homeowners dollars. The good news is that each a Lobbying 101 course for new Councillor make when selling their home, and a and every one of these mistakes is councillors. It would have been Clive 9 Step System that can help you sell entirely preventable. so much easier if someone had Doucet your home fast and for the taken me aside and said, "Look most ln answer to this issue, industry amount Clive, this is how it works. Armed with what were clearly of money. insiders have prepared a free special Council is a swamp. Inside the compelling arguments for fiscal This industry report shows how report entitled -The 9 Step SyStem to swamp live Streetcar Councillors sense and local traffic respon- the traditional ways of selling homes Get Your Horne Sold Fast .and For and ROC Councillors. The Street- sibility, I started knocking on have become increasingly less and Top Dollar. doors. car Councillors correspond to the less effective in today's market. The To hear a brief recorded message Ten days later, I went down in part of the city that was built fact of the matter is that fully three about how to order your free flames at full council. The Hunt copy before 1960 when the streetcars quarters of homesellers don't get of this report, call 613-820-8585 were Club ramps were approved, 12-7. running. what they want for their home and and enter ID#1500. You can call "The Streetcar Wards go from At the same time, a cautious ap- become disillusioned and -worse- anytime 24 hours a the village of Britannia in the proval was given to study the day, 7 days a financially disadvantaged when they week. Call NOW to find out west to the town of Vanier in the possibility of a pilot light rail how you put their home on market. east, Centretown to Old Ottawa project. I went home much chas- the can get the most money for your tened by my first lesson in Lob- As this report uncovers, most home. South. Streetcar Councillors of- Court, of Rows roctro-oo. malt, lid Realfor 563-1155 ten vote together because their bying 101 never take anything constituents move around their for granted but also heartened wards as if the old streetcars that the first step in the light were still running down Bank rail project had been taken. Street, Bronson, Sunnyside, Rich- October 1998 Today is the Old mond Road, Wellington, Rideau St. Ottawa South Porch Sale Kodak and Carling. You are a Streetcar In a reprise of last year, I meet INt Ntlf.i11 Councillor. Your ward is full of Jim Watson, now Mayor Watson, streetcars. out strolling with his two nieces. "The rest of council or the ROC We greet each other amicably but is composed of those parts of the there is a certain tension. I am Original region built after 1960. These not enamoured of his plans for BCrelee wards weren't built aro und Lansdowne and have said so. Yes, 46er streetcar lines. They were built the region wants more homes in- around the private car, regional side the greenbelt and we have Pi roads, suburban crescents and identified thousands of building shopping centres. Not surpris- sites, but not one at Lansdowne. without negatives ingly, the ROCs tend to vote to- It's been a park for 120 years and almsin minutes! gether on roads, but it isn't cast should remain so, but I bite my in stone. Depending on the issue, lip and resist the urge to engage Make enlargements the ROCs will vote with the these opinions with my city col- with ease. Zoom in. Streetcars and the Streetcars will league. It's not the time or the Remove red-eye. vote with the ROCs. place for political discourse and Even add borders. "The only thing certain about we negotiate around each other the swamp is that it is uncertain. like two small ships careful of This is not a moral commentary, our wakes. Disagreements or not, It's easy with the I but simply a reflection on the can't help but like Jim. In spite Cropped nature of local politics which de- of his youth, he strikes me as an Enlargement Kodak pends on ephemeral coalitions old-fashioned mayor. I can see and fragile alliances. The largest him in turn-of-the-century New Picture public works project on the York, gathering affection, votes planet, New York's Verrazano and bridges around him like Maker Narrows bridge, was decided on falling autumn leaves. by a single vote at New York City It's been a demanding year but Council. a very satisfying one. The best WIN 1111 "Your mission will be to mar- thing about it has been the chance OFONFMATTS shal arguments to meet and talk with so many PICTURE and chase Street- 500/0 PUARKCEHaASE car and ROC councillors down different people from around REPRINT halls pleading on behalf of your Capital Ward. In the Glebe, I RE" , constituents. It is a job that re- can't help but mention John Kane, quires some clarity of thought GCA president, and Cam Robert- but mostly great tenacity. Never son, chair of the City Centre say die will take on new meaning Coalition. Glebe Photo for you in the swamp. With best wishes for a happy Image Check "Your first issue will be the and prosperous New Year. Clive Hunt Club ramps. This is a Doucet, 560-1224. 837 Bank Street 237-1600 /" clas- sic streetcar issue. A good place to start. Go out there and start I herding streetcars." 44 ' If someone had simply sat me down and explained this to me, it would have made my first few months in the swamp a whole lot F. Dale Carscadden CGA Recipient of the easier. Instead, when the Hunt Certified General Accountant Ministers Award for Club ramps came up for approval, Outstanding Achievement I thought my arguments for Income Tax Sc-vvin thc, for '15 l'arS delaying them until we had the Financial Statements pilot rail line up and running had Intenor / Exterior a chance to Bookkeeping/Systems Training Quality Workmanship carry the day. Why Fully Insured invest the money in pouring more Business Plans/ Estate Accounting Two Year Guarantee cars downtown when the new rail Year Round Service v system could spare Blvd. Ont K I V us this ex- 2420 Clementine Ottawa, 8E2 For your FREE estimate pense and the added traffic grief Phone: 523-8151 email: [email protected] call: James Cleary for my ward? 722-3315 FEATURE Glebe Report January 15, 1999 1 0 Winter is no joke! Just ask Environment Canada PROVIDED BY ENVIRONMENT lies and to make sound economic alert to the possibility of severe heavy rain, flash freeze, CANADA decisions. The Ontario weather weather. Please, watch the skies windchill, cold wave, winter Since most of the province lies service alerts the public by issu- and listen to the radio or televi- storm. ing Special Weather Statements sion for new developments. Envi- on North America's major storm OTHER WINTER WEATHER track, winter weather systems Winter Storm Watches and Winter ronment Canada will either end Weather Warnings. These are the winter storm watch or up- STUFF travel through Ontario on average used to broadcast over regional and local grade it to a winter weather Whiteout is the term every three to five days. Ontario describe blizzard-like or blowing is the battleground between cold radio and television stations as warning, depending on the condi- well as Environment Canada's tions. snow conditions which reduce Arctic air invading from the visibility to a few feet. People north and warm moist air pushing Weatheradio. WINTER WEATHER WARNINGS SPECIAL WEATHER standing in a whiteout are unable up from the Gulf of Mexico. Environment Canada issues STATEMENTS winter weather warnings only to see shadows or landmarks and In one day, residents, espe- In Ontario, Environment Canada lose all sense of direction, per- cially those in Southern Ontario, when severe weather is expected issues Special Weather State- to occur. The weather service ception and sometimes even bal- may be drenched by cold winter ments to flag the approach of ance as the land and the sky seem rain, then covered with snow be- tries to provide lead times of significant or severe weather. three to 18 hours. Environment to blend into one. cause north winds have dropped The Special Weather Statement is Sleet is an un-Canadian term to well below Canada's warnings are quite temperatures your first line of defence against specific about the type of weather that is not part of Environment freezing. As the old saying goes: hazardous winter weather. Spe- Canada's vocabulary. Americans "If you don't like the weather, approaching. Winter Weather cial Weather Statements are is- Warnings are your third and most use this term to describe a mix- wait a bit ... it will change!" sued for three reasons: ture of rain, snow and ice pellets Ontario important line of defence against winter weather varies To alert you that severe severe usually accompanied by biting day to day and year to year. On weather. Please pay weather is on the horizon but at attention to them. There are 10 winds. The Canadians are Christmas Day in 1980, the peo- least 24 hours away. In this case, wordier and mention all precipi- ple of Toronto shivered in the types of winter weather warnings: the Special Weather Statement tation types nose-freezing cold of C. heavy snow, snow squall, that may occur at the 25 flags the possibility of severe blizzard, wind, freezing rain, same time. Christmas Day, two years later, winter weather. Torontonians walked around in To alert you that a weather sweaters and rain jackets in system of inconvenience is ap- spring-like 17 C temperatures. proaching and is six to 24 hours Ontario covers so much terri- away. tory that the average daily tem- To alert *u that unusual peratures may differ by as much weather is expected. Such as 20 Celsius degrees. For ex- weather may include the first ample, the average daily tempera- real snowfall, thick fog or thun- tures in January range from near derstorms in February. - 24 C in northern portions of the WINTER STORM WATCH province to a relatively balmy 4 Environment Canada issues a C in southwestern Ontario. winter storm watch as a "heads We may joke about winter. But up" that severe and possibly dan- winter weather is no joke. Bitter gerous weather is expected soon. cold and winter storms kill more The approaching weather may af- than 100 people in Canada every fect your safety or at least be in- year. That is more than the num- convenient. The Winter Storm ber of Canadians killed by torna- Watch is your second line of de- does, thunderstorms, lightning, fence. floods, hurricanes and heat waves Two points to remember about combined. winter storm watches: WINTER WATCHES AND WARNINGS Winter storm watches are When severe weather ap- usually issued 12 to 24 hours in Illustration by Peter Duchemin proaches, Environment Canada advance of the approaching bad warns Canadians in order to give weather. them time to protect their fami- Winter storm watehes are an Tips for injury-free shovelling BY DR. KEN BROUGH to be lifted off the ground. The The Centre for Every season we are faced with disadvantage of these shovels, )utdoor chores we must tackle. In however, is finding a place to Personal Growth & Development winter, the most demanding is dump the snow as winter shovelling snow. However, if it is continues and snow banks grow approached sensibly, shovelling higher. can be a very good ex- Good lifting practices should be Individual marital Sc. family therapy source of ercise. used when shovelling. The Before embarking on any type of strongest and one of the largest (613) 850-3739 or 292-3139 physical activity, one must be muscle groups are the quadriceps 85S Bank Street (at 5th Ave.), Suite to7B (by appointment please) prepared. Muscles should be in the thighs. When shovelling, [email protected] warmed up with stretches, with bend the knees to use this muscle concentration placed on the lower group and take pressure off the back, shoulders and neck. Cold lower back. Do not overload the muscles can cause cramping, shovel, as small scoops will place We care for dogs, cats, ferrets, rabbits, reptiles, birds & other pets which can result in unnecessary less stress on the shoulders, neck injuries. Choose co mforta b le, and lower back muscles. Be ex- loose clothing that can be layered ceptionally careful with heavy M Glebe Pet Hospital for warmth and easy movement. A snow that has been pushed into 0* hat is essential because more the end of the driveway by the Serving the Glebe area for 12 years... than 50 per ' cent of your body snowplow. Remember to alternate heat can escape from your head. sides when lifting and dumping When body heat increases, layers the snow. Most importantly, take 233_8326 of clothing can be removed. Be a break when tired or if feeling careful not to remove too many any discomfort. 591 A Bank Street layers because if you have been !f- (just south of the Queensway) Shovelling will probably never sweating, it is possible to cool be top priority on anyone's list of Weekdays 8-7, Saturday 9-2:30 down too quickly. winter activities, however, if done There are many types of shovels properly, it can still be a good, wwwcyberuscaFglebepetvet p on the market; for example, there injury-free form of exercise and is the shovel with an ergonomic fresh air. Students 8E seniors welcome Housecalls available (curved) handle (commonly known For more information on spinal 4 as the "back saver"). 4 Large, care, please contact Dr. Brough at P Dr. Hussein Fattah 8 scoop-type shovels are ideal the Glebe Chiropractic Clinic, 99 V0.3.2}00.0.4.49011,X.4.4.00501.10(.52409.1.0..., . C ., 1.1.. ...71.T.,11.4,b1,44:'. A because the shovel does not need Fifth Avenue, 237-9000. 1 1 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 NEWS Glebe Questions

Y2K and all of us 1 This column is a call for sen- sible and timely community ac- tion over Y2K (I emphasize the glow' word community). It has recently become fashion- PUB able in Canadian newspapers and on radio to treat the "Millennium The Best to You & Yours Bug" as a sort of scary bedtime By story for adult kids. Headline Clyde in 1999 writers have shortened "the year Sanger 2000 computer glitch" to Y2K, and this abbreviation seems to Ontario Emergency Measures Or- We have Hot, Fast bring it down to the size and ganization said municipalities & Delicious threat of a wartime U-boat. Car- were the first line of defence in toonists have had lots of fun any emergencies, and the provin- Home-made Daily Specials drawing monstrously unlikely in- cial government's role is to advise sects. and assist. And the restructur- Even the eminently trustworthy ing (or privatizing) of Ontario Check the Chalk Board for CBC Radio featured a Commentary Hydro in 1999 adds doubts just before the New Year from a whether there won't b e Entertainment Events Tony Nelson of Edmonton, styled "megaglitches in our power an information specialist, who supplies. suggested all the anxious talk was Y2K problems may occur well in This ad is good for an order just playing into the hands of advance of, and long after, next computer firms who want every- January, warns Morven Gentle- of Fries or Onion Rings one to replace their total equip- man, who heads the Institute for ment. Information Technology at the FREE! At the other end of the scale National Research Council. He This Coupon has no cash value stands Bruce Beach, a 65-year- thinks a good job has been done in old science teacher who is invit- creating awareness but adds: "We ing folks to join his family in the have done a terrible job of con- huge underground bunker large veying what the real problem is." enough for 500 people which he Some just don't want to know. has built on his mother-in-law's When Terry Cottam offered to land near Horning's Mills, On- speak to one community associa- tario. Granted, he's been in the tion in Ottawa, he got the brush- survivalist business for about 15 off. Yet this is the level at which years, having moved up from discussions should now take Kansas and built his bunker out place. of some 40 school bus hulks as a The military and the RCMP are nuclear fallout shelter. He's re- viewing the possibility of Y2K cycling it now for Y2K. producing more chaos than the Meanwhile, in Denver, Colorado, January 1998 Ice Storm, and even civil unrest The RCMP suggested Louise Tardif FCSI. CIM survivalists are finding it hard to Investment Advisor acquire every household stock up with enough freeze-dried food 2360103 or generators. Instead of going two weeks' supply of water and last-minute Christmas shopping four weeks' food. some 6,000 good citizens out Michael Fletcher, who has con- there spent the December 19-20 centrated so far on advising small weekend at a Preparedness Expo businesses, says communities '98 to learn about all the prob- need to take stock of likely Plan for the! lems they might face on January problems, and also tally up their education assets. What, 1, 2000, and to buy up emergency for example, hap- pens on supplies. Alongside water pu- to elderly people the top 1MI floor of the Glebe Centre if the MILEVESQUEBEALIBIEN rification systems, one of the GEOFFRION IMO `,:raltUr power goes off, the elevator stops, fastest-selling items was Cana- and the heat and the telephone dian army gas masks. fail? Do we just laugh at this typical He groups of neigh- American excess, we sane Canadi- suggests bours should get together and Member by invitation: ans7 I think not Do we leave it to governments, major utilities work out their needs and their CANADIAN-INDEPENDENT group of limerai homes. and computer firms, and to banks strengths. Where do the elderly and businesses large and small, people live? Where's the nearest KELLY FUNERAL HOMES to spend 1999 completing their doctor? Lome Kelly -owner measures to "become compatible" My strong suggestion is that the Glebe Community Association (magic words)? Again, I think not. schedule an early information meeting and invite Michael Our federal government, I gather from Michael Fletcher of Fletcher (e-mail: mike@ highspin.com) and Terry Cottam Manotick who has worked on Y2K for years, has done a reasonable (e-mail: [email protected]) job of preparedness. So have most to give an unsensational talk. The anglophone country governments, rest will be up to the GCA and us. including South Africa. Not so Germany and Japan, or countries in the Third World. And the problem, as far as businesses are concerned, is "the weakest link in the chain." If a supplier of, say, 585 Somerset Street, Ottawa automobile parts fails to convert, Serving the National Capital Region it will affect whole production lines. Supporting local projects since 1954 We have particular worries in In a global context Ontario. Where does responsi- Cal/ 235-6712 bility lie? Under questioning 1 -800-5656-USC Canadian-Independent from Terry Cottam, an Ottawa with your p/edge today 56 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON Note: Members must be Canadian Owned and Operated Independent computer specialist and Y2K ac- KIP 581 of International Funeral Industry Conglomerates. tivist, Derek Lancaster of the SPORTS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 12 Brian Orser to host Snowsuit Fund Festival of Skating Jan. 17 best athletes. At $15 for a family of four, it's too good to miss." Snowsuit fund This one-day skating festival to benefit will include a Skating Extrava- ganza from noon to 2 p.m. featur- Olympic silver medalist Brian ing special performances by Orser will host the first-ever Brian Orser, members of the Snowsuit Fund Festival of Skating Canadian National Team and local presented by Bank of Montreal. skaters. From 10 a.m. to noon This family skating festival will catch the demonstrations of Can- be held on Sunday, January 17 Skate, the CFSA's learn-to-skate from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ot- program. All who attend are in- tawa Civic Centre. All funds will vited to bring skates for the be donated to the Snowsuit Fund. family Skate with the Stars (2 The festival will provide local p.m. to 4 p.m.). residents with the opportunity to participate in a community event Admission is only $5 per per- that will set the stage for the son and $15 for a family pass for 1999 Bank of Montreal Canadian four. Tickets are available at all Championships being held at the 28 Bank of Montreal branches in Ottawa Civic Centre, January 28- the Ottawa-Hull area. 31. Orser was on hand at Bank of All funds will be donated to the Montreal's Wellington Street Snowsuit Fund. branch to sell the first family The Snowsuit Fund Festival of pass. He commented that: "This Brian Orser sells the first family pass for the Snowsuit Fund Festival Skating is presented by Bank of festival provides a unique oppor- of Skating which will take place January 17 at Ottawa's Civic Centre. Montreal in association with the tunity to contribute to a worth- Canadian Figure Skating Asso- while cause like the Snowsuit Canadian Figure Skating Asso- about. You can also see a show ciation, CJOH TV, Majic 100 and Fund while finding out what the ciation's (CFSA) programs are all and skate with some of Canada's the Ottawa Citizen.

Ottawa 67's bidding for Ottawa Ringette tournament Jan. 15 - 17 Seven hundred girls, ages 5 to Ringette is another Canadian- Memorial Cup tournament 18, will compete in the 16th created winter sport, now played The Ottawa 67's hockey organi- the Ottawa 67's, says the 67's are annual Ottawa Ringette internationally. Invented in 1963 zation is making a strong pro- in a strong position for a success- Tournament Jan. 15 - 17 at the by Sam Jacks of North Bay as a posal to host the Memorial Cup ful bid. "Not only are we tops in Jim Durrell complex. hockey replacement sport for hockey tournament The Memo- the league for points and scoring, Fifty-five teams from Ontario girls, ringette continues to be a rial Cup is the championship of we're also tops in attendance." and Quebec will participate, in- fast-growing game, now enjoyed the Canadian Hockey League. Attendance this season is up 120 cluding all skill levels from by more than 50,000 participants Four teams, the champions of the per cent, with 5,000 fans per recreational to highly competi- across Canada. Quebec, Ontario and Western game. The stTong community sup- tive. hockey leagues plus the team port will help the bid. from the host city, vie for this major junior hockey champi- Supporters can reserve seats onship. now for the Memorial Cup tour- The results of the bid, to be nament at the 67's box office or at 28 Aerobics classes weekly presented Jan. 20, will be known Ticket Master, 755-1111. A $25 Fully Equipped Strength Training Room, Cardio machines by the end of the month. deposit reserves a seat at the Also available : Personal Training, Massage Therapy and Child Care Six Ontario Hockey League Civic Centre for the series of (OHL) teams Ottawa, Barrie, eight to nine games (total cost Guelph and Plymouth are eligi- $100 to $150, depending on loca- $ 3 0 00 /MONTH The ble to bid since they will be first tion). deposit is refundable if (FEES BASED ON A 6 MONTH OR MORE INCLUSIVE PACKAGE. TAX NOT INCLUDED) in their divisions after 40 games the Memorial Cup series is played Offer ex 'ires Janua 31, 1999 played; two wild card teams can elsewhere. also bid. For more information, call the Ottawa Doug Drain, spokesperson for 67's at 232-6767. The Finest Fitness Club serving the Glebe S Ottawa South Ottawa 67's team up 858 Bank Street at 5th Ave. Ottawa 67's and with OC Transpo to Glebe Collegiate 2 3 7 - 4 7 4 7 give transit riders team up Business Hours : Mon - Thur. 7am to I Opm, Fri. 7am to 9pm, Sat/Sun 9am to 5pm a deal The Ottawa 67's are embarking on an innovative fundraising There is a special deal for fans project with Glebe Collegiate In- of the Ottawa 67's who take OC stitute. 67's game tickets will be of- Transpo to the games. "We're sold through the school for $1 off fering $1 off regularly-priced the box office price. For each tickets to fans who show their bus ticket sold, the 67's will donate a SPORTS & SPINAL INJURY CLINIC pass or transfer," said Jeff Hunt, portion of the proceeds to the Ottawa 67's president, "and our school. Money raised will go to deal will be good until March 19." support the Glebe Athletic Board, SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICIANS AND PHYSIOTHERAPISTS WORKING TOGETHER "We are excited by this new the Student's Council and the A private clinic specializing in the partnership which adds value for Glebe Choir. Ticket prices our customers and promises more 'through the school will be $8.50 care of: fans for the 67's," said OC for adults, $7.50 for students sudden or recurring 'oack pain Transpo chair, Al Loney. "It's aged 13-21 and $5 for children sudden or recurring neck pain teamwork in action." under 12. Tickets will be avail- OC Transpo routes 1 and 7 both able through the school for the tendinitis, sprains, or strains serve Lansdowne Park. Fans who following game dates; Feb 5 and WDI want to try transit to the game 19 and March 5, 12 and 19. Glebe .1 should call the transit informa- E1116 students will be canvassing the 5112,171114 MD's 0H11' covered or visit the tion line at 741-4390 neighbourhood or interested fans Bernie Lalonde, A.D. Web site at www.octranspo.com. may call 239-2674 and leave a Robert Gauvreau, M.D. PHYSICTHERA.PY eystendeci heaith Transit riders who want game and message for Jeannie Hunter. We Eleanor Cox, B.P.T. coverage ticket information should call the expect this to be a winning part- Ottawa 67's at 232-6767. nership for everyone involved! 1095 Carling Avenue, Suite 101 Ottawa, Ontario KlY 4P6 Tel: (613) 729-8098 LIVING & WORKING IN YOUR COMMUNITY iimiiiimmilimi ROYAL LE PAG E tlllllllllllllllllllll iidi Faulkner 165 PRETORIA AVE. Associate Broker City of Ottawa's #1 Residential Sales Representative 238-2801

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Visit our website at www. H omesl nOttawa .com FEATURE Glebe Report January 15, 1999 14 Promoting peace through music Can somebody tell me BY GABY WILSON VVhat we were fighting for, can tell us about many So many different young men died, things, including So many mothers cried, Songsreal or fictional human Now I ask the question, experiences, many that have Was God on our side." something to do with peace. When soldiers go off to war, There are love songs, lullabies, they usually want to feel that drinking songs, war songs and they are doing the right thing and protest songs. In many cases, the that they have "God on their creator of the song has long since side." In this song, the American been forgotten but the song lives soldiers are going off to fight. on. Music has a certain emotional Each verse is about a different influence. It can make us feel war. Through the entire song, a happy or sad or even angry. It young man tells you about how can turn you towards or against these soldiers felt invincible, something, make you aware of with God on their side. However, something you that weren't aware the way the song is written makes of before and provide an us question whether the soldiers enjoyable pastime. My beliefs are really were doing the right thing very positive towards the in these wars. I chose this verse prospect of peace. I also think about the Vietnam War because it that music can influence people's asks, to shows us that the young man decisions choose peace over showing war. Protest songs can be inter- The armless, the legless, the "Was God on our side," you that he is more unsure of his Music also has an influence on preted in several different ways. blind, the insane, country than he was before. war. It can make us aware of a Here is a list of quotes in various Those proud wounded heroes of In conclusion, I would like to war or some facts about a war and peace related songs from differ- Sulva, say that I hope I have shown you a it can also turn us ent time periods, and how I be- As our ship pulled in to the against one new angle on peace. If everyone side and lieve they are meant to be inter- circular quay, towards another side of understands peace and works to- the conflict. During wartime preted. I looked at the place where my "We have no desire to take your legs used to be, wards it, perhaps one day, the there have been songs of hope to Protest cheer advance, And thank Christ there was no human race can attain it. the troops down on their and songs help to re- luck. Another With hazards and dangers we'll one waiting for me, anti-war kind of music that mind people about the horrors is strongly take our own chance, To grieve and to mourn and to related to war are and senselessness of war. They protest songs. Over For you'd have no scruples but pity." the years, promote peace in some people's many songs to send us to France This song comes from the First protest have been minds and inspire them to work written to speak out against war. Where we could get shot without World War against the Germans warning" and their allies, where the for peace. This happened most In the 1960s several songs were in United States dur- written This song dates back approxi- British government sent the clearly the about the soldiers having ing the Vietnam War when there to fight in Vietnam or other mately 180 years. It's about two Australian troops to be slaugh- soldiers who are to themes that related to the Viet- trying per- tered in Gallipoli, Turkey. were anti-war protests across the nam War. suade two Irish men to join the Waltzing Matilda was an impor- nation that eventually did help to Protest songs have had, for the British army to fight in the tant song to the Australians. end that war. I hope that it is most part, a good effect on their Napoleonic wars. The men have After Gallipoli an Australian possible to have peace and an end no problems listeners. If the singer or song- with France and de- wrote the anti-war song, The to war in the future, because spite all of the soldiers' charming writer is popular or if the song is Band Played Waltzing Matilda, peace is happiness for many very good, the song can convince offers the Irish men do not want that changed how Australians felt while war is often about hatred people of something that they to get involved. This particular about the war. The once cheerful and bloodshed which we must weren't sure of before. Another song is about how the men stand rallying song had turned into a vanquish. I believe that music, if up for their beliefs. to good point for protest songs is song that broke their spirits and only a small part, is essential THE BAND PLAYED that the majority of the popula- made them wonder about the rea- peace. WALTZING MATILDA their great losses. Gaby Wilson, a Grade 7 student tion would rather listen to a "They sons for gathered the injured, the WITH GOD ON OUR SIDE chose popular artist sing a protest song at Hopewell School, the wounded, the maimed, "In the 1960s came the Vietnam theme of peace for her Remem- than listen to a politician give a And shipped us back home to war, brance Day essay. speech. Australia,

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Dance the night away in the Glebe's Photo: Shelagh Needham Carolyn Cahill with Little Sister Ashley. ONE NIGHT ONLY DANCE BAR!!! Finding a friend BY SHELAGH NEEDHAM time to spare. To date, more than do you dress for a blind 90 girls in the region are waiting date with an eight-year- for a match. [email protected] flowold7 This was just one of Carolyn is one of a growing http://www.storm.ca/-topsey the problems Glebe resident number of Big Sisters who have Carolyn Cahill faced when established their careers and feel meeting her Little Sister Ashley they could act as a role model to a for the first time more than three young girl. Some are even re- DESIGN & SYSTEM SUPPORT years ago. She needn't have tired. SOFIA/ARE worried. It was the start of a Carolyn sometimes feels guilty JAMES HALLS wonderful friendship. They were because she has such fun with matched by Big Sisters of Ottawa- Ashley. She hadn't realized she Access DataBase Design Carleton. A Big Sister is a female could enjoy volunteering so much. Telephone: Web Page Design Troubleshooting volunteer who is at least 18 years "It's like making another friend- (613) 236-2013 Training. Software Installation old and willing to commit herself ship. I liked the idea of working to a minimum involvement of one one on one. And you have the year. She is teamed up with a girl support of Big Sisters," she said. between the ages of six and 16 Not everyone can spare four hours who is in need of a friend. Every a week to be with a Little Sister. effort is made to ensure the But there are other volunteer jobs couple have similar interests. within Big Sisters for women of TRAVEL CUTS For the first year Carolyn and all ages who want to get involved, Canadian Universities Travel Service Limited Ashley, now 12, met once a week. such as public speaking or fund They'd feed the ducks in the park raising events. Or you could Check With Us For: Air Fare...Including One Year Stays lia or go to their local swimming become a mentor and help a child Come By And Visit! Rail Passes MLA% "M. 'k&MI1% pool. Now they meet every ten with her homework for one hour a INIMIIII1L. Jul NEN10.4 11111110 St Al 11111MN days or so at Carolyn's home. week. 738c Bank St Escorted Tours 14y IIW WM" "We're professional hangers out," These days Ashley has a busy Independent Travel...And More! said Carolyn. "We stay around schedule. She's on several school 0/6 here and bake things, especially sports teams and plays the trum- s66° Heading to Europe? on winter evenings." pet in the school band. She They've made pizza and even a dreams of being a singer and dinosaur cake. And when she's songwriter and has already not baking, Ashley enjoys writing formed a group with a friend. poems and stories on Carolyn's Carolyn remains quietly sup- 'LINDSAY A. MAcILEoD computer. "People don't realize portive. "The relationship has Barrister 8r. Solicitor children enjoy so many things we changed. But it's never boring. ;46," take for granted," said Carolyn. You just do different things," she "It doesn't have to be a big pro- said. Family Law duction." For Ashley, having a Big Sister This year Big Sisters of Ottawa- has also meant finding a friend. Divorce Separation Carleton celebrates its 25th an- "There are always so many things Access Custody Support Property niversary. Much has changed you can do with a Big Sister. It's since it was established in 1972, almost like having a real sister." when volunteers were often For more information about vol- 137 Second Avenue Ottawa, Ontario younger and the waiting list unteering with Big Sisters of Ot- Tel: (613)237..4880 shorter. Now people have less tawa-Carleton call 729-2242. Fax: (613) 237.-7537 ARTS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 16 SugarBeat releases CD SugarBeat's CD is here! After Susan McMaster has published three years and 30-plus four books of poetry, recently Rasputin's Folk Cafe performances, SugarBeat Music & Uncommon Prayer, and collabo- Poetry presents 22 unique spoken rated on numerous wordmusic 696 Bronson Ave word compositions on its first collections and recordings. 230-5102 indie CD. Irish fiddle tunes every Monday WHAT IS SUGARBEAT? SugarBeat Music & Poetry mixes evening, our Celtic Jam with host Susan McMaster's words with the Alf Warnock in a smoke-free room. keyboards of Jennifer Giles and bass of Alrick Iluebener into a rich blend of spoken-word Epic Stories with The Iliad, Sunday jazz/folk/blues//contemporary "songs" that are "stormy, quirky, Jennifer Giles otherworldly, contemplative, ten- Jennifer Giles teaches in the Concerts: der, sensual, foot-tapping ..." School for Studies in Art & Cul- Jan 15,16 Jennifer Noxon (Ottawa Citizen). ture: Music, at Carleton Univer- sity, and plays piano, synthesizer Jan 22,23 Erin Corday and accordion. Jan 29,30 Christine Graves Alrick Huebener is a bassist Feb 5 Jory Nash who has performed at the Blue Skies Music Festival, the Ottawa www.cyberus.ca/rasputin Folk Festival and assorted jazz and folk clubs.

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Since spring 1995, SugarBeat has been serving up its unique KATHY AL-ZAN D m.s.w., c.s.w. recipe to pleasantly startled au- diences in venues such as the Poetry in the Park series i n Alrick Huebener Strathcona Park, the Li- National WHERE TO FIND THE CD Personal and Relationship Counselling brary, Rasputin's, Blue Skies, the SugarBeat Music & Poetry's CD Trauma, Grief! Loss, Stress and Anger Management National Gallery, music festivals is available in the Ottawa area in Ottawa, Kingston, Elora, and on from: Compact Music, Ottawa CBC's radio and tv. The first Folklore Centre; Mother Tongue 297 Sunnyside Ave. By recording was issued in 1997 Books; Arbour Environmental Ottawa, Ontario Appointment K1S OR9 (613) 730-3549 (Dangerous Times). Shoppe. The CD may be purchased SugarBeat's next concert is Feb. directly for $18 from SugarBeat, 13 at 2 p.m. at Chapters Book 44 Ralph Street, Ottawa, ON K1S Store at the Pinecrest Mall. 4A5.

Shop Qn bhp Ink brusli art at Rasputin's W Pastels & oriental brush to Feb. 28. Majka studied ink apertnecary.on.ca paintings by Majka and the brush painting with Mrs. Kodama, Heron Group a Japanese at the Ottawa February 2 - February 28 teacher Rasputin's Restaurant, School of Art and has demon- 696 Bronson strated the technique at the Meet the artists Ottawa Tulip Festival. February 2 after 6 p.m. With this technique, it is said, 778 Bank Street Majka Broulik, of the Source of the artist's brush will dance on (Between Second & Third in the Glebe) Tel: 234-8587 & Sat 9am - 6pm / Wed, Thurs & Fri 9am - 8pm / Sun - Noon - 5pm Art Gallery and an instructor of paper for your pleasure. Hours: Mon, Tues ink brush painting, exhibits the The art show includes paintings paintings done by her and some of done in soft pastels as well as in her students at Rasputin's, Feb. 2 pine (oriental) ink. We want you! Tenors and basses The community choir Musica but not mandatory. Viva Singers is looking for more If you're interested please call tenors and basses. The choir Brian Cameron at 730-1574. PHARNMSAVE Health Centre a range We meet next on January 11, sings of musical selec- The Glebe Apothecary announces a leap forward. tions. Some previous choral but will take calls throughout the singing experience is requested, month of January. While Pharmasave is a household nan-ie on both the East and West coasts of Canada, here in Ontario it is both fresh and new. Glebe Apothecary is pleased and proud to become a member of Pharmasave. You will see minor changes over the next period of time. Every change will be made to enhance our service to you the customer of the Glebe Apothecary. Our name will change, but our traditional Apothecary sign out front won't, until it has worn out. Some will come to know us as asilisk Dreams Books Pharmasave Apothecary while to others we shall always remain "Glebe Apothecary". Ottawa's only Glebe Apothecary... now proud to be a Pharmasave Health Centre. Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Store

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34 Adelaide 106 Grove 13 Morris Street 15 Howick harming , smaller 3 bedroom. Ready Spacious 3 storey red brick semi in uplex on quiet street with extra deep Duplex, at end of cul-de-sac.Glebe. to move in condition.Utlra low traffic need of renovation but well worth the lot.Beautiful floors. Spacious, hardwood , 2 fireplaces. street."Gateway to the Cattle Castle" effort. 2 fi replaces, 4 bedrooms, high Wood floors, parking. ceilings. SOLD for OVER asking SOLD for OVER asking SOLD in 3 days SOLD! price in 5 days. price in 5 days

8 Soper Place 120 Strathcona 119-121 Renfrew - 15 Electric One of the finest lots in the city. Stately red brick Victorian style home Red brick Glebe double. One side 3 Extensively re-designed and Location, location, location. in superb Glebe location. 5 spacious bedroomsone side 4, with finished renovated by top designers. Spacious, SOLD for 98.46% of list apartments with hardwood floors and third levels. Hardwood, big back bright. Main floor den. Central air high ceilings. yards, garages. gas furnace, central vac. price. RENTED! SOLD! SOLD!

81 Grove Ave 84-86 Huron 81 Renfrew Ave 49 Belmont Beautifully updated semi. Harchvood Well kept double.Each unit-3 bed, 2 Classic Glebe home with generous Great location. Hardwood. Finished floors, new bathroom and kitchen. bath, family room off large kitchen, room sizes, main floor family room. basement A charming home. SOLD in 3 hardwood floors, finished basement. days for over Central air, private yard. SOLD in 4 days for 98.8% SOLD in 2 days for 98.7% list price. SOLD! of list py. of list price.

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( REBOC MLS Residential statistics as of Dec. 1998) Based on publically available Information and on an audit by Arthur Anderson of 1997 RE/MAX residential real estate transoctk)n sales in North America only. BUSINESS NEWS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 1 8 Business Matters BY BRUCE DONALDSON Previously we reported that a Another Christmas holiday sea- Light Up The Glebe (LUTG) plan son has flown by and now we are would be implemented to add a starting to zoom even faster in little cheer to the otherwise dis- 1999! All of the merchants rep- mal darkness of this time of the OPEN resented by the Glebe Business year. However the remarkably Group (GBG) sincerely thank you, comfortable weather combined the residents of the Glebe, for with the decorations and lighting HOUSE your support during this past by the merchants encouraged year and particularly for the people to come and shop here. Christmas season. We have been The LUTG plan would involve a Tuesday, told that business in the Glebe one-time expenditure with a during '98 has been much better short seasonal life. The GBG is February 9 than in the previous year and that looking at developing a strategy a majority of it was provided by to highlight the Glebe more fre- 6:30 -8 p.m. people living in the Glebe. The quently throughout the year such members hope that they will be as by association with city-wide able to continue to attract your activities that can be linked to support and that you will enjoy the Glebe and for which an annual Glebe Montessori School the best throughout 1999. budget can be established. As was noted here in December Currently, the Santa Claus Pa- the new executive for the GBG was rade and the Great Glebe Garage BILINGUAL PROGRAMS elected at the annual meeting on Sale are attractive to people in 23rd and started work the Glebe as well as to many November out- AGES 2 1/2 TO 6 PRESCHOOL immediately. The key issues side the area. Other activities PROGRAM identified by the GBG's survey of being considered include provid- AGES 6 To 9 ELEMENTARY PROGRAM needs are: ing support to Friends of the Lansdowne Park planning, Canal and for some selected ac- 650 LYON STREET - Inadequate police presence tivities during Winterlude, par- SOUTH Archaic non-uniform parking ticularly when a good share of the (Glebe St. James United Church), TEL. 237-3824 policies program takes place in our neigh- Ineffective policy re parades bourhood. Other opportunities - Maintain a village atmosphere might include music festivals Police: The GBG have been ad- that could use some of the church vised that an inspector respon- halls in the area. sible for community policing URIIF NE the city will be throughout TASTE OF THE GLEBE on Jan. 17, '99. If "announced" Another initiative to draw at- M so, how long it will take to see NUF C I URING tention to the Glebe is The Taste police patrols "on the A DIVISION OF DURSON HOLDINGS LTD. community of the Glebe that will be held at ground" is another matter. I un- the Glebe Community Centre on FOR ALL YOUR derstand that the GBG will con- GRANITE eMARBLE CUSTOM WORK January 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. tinue to press for definitive ac- DEFINITELY A CUT ABOVE More than 20 Glebe tion on this issue from Chief restaurants and eateries will participate. Granite Kitchen Counters our specialty Ford. More importantly, it will help the Custom Marble Tables Quality Craftmanship for over 40 years Parade Policy: A meeting is Glebe Neighbourhood Activities with the city shortly to scheduled Group (GNAG) to raise some Granite & Marble Fireplace Surrounds and Mantles, Hearths, discuss improvement to the exist- money for the renovation of the Bathroom Vanities is hoped a ing policy. It that Glebe Community Centre. The favourable report can be made for $25 tickets can be obtained Patricia Du rie President the next edition of this paper. through Jim Watson's or Inez Check us out on the Internet: www.cyberus.cat-mdurie/ Coordinated action planning is Berg's offices or from the com- completed on not the other three munity centre in advance. 1541 Michael Street 749-5542 Fax: 749-5799 items.

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In December, I was elected by my colleagues to a one-year term as vice-chair of the OCDSB. I look forward to added responsibilities 754 Bank Street in the areas of short and long- LOEB term planning and the building of strong links with community By partners across Ottawa-Carleton. Lynn Albert Chambers, Zone 10 trustee Graham of tfle and parent of students at First child care group will be pe- Avenue and Hopewell, is the new SPecial nalised as the school will be re- chair. SCHOOL CLOSURES garded as having surplus pupil To date, trustees have made no spaces. school closure decisions. Delib- I will seriously consider school closures if the provincial Mo erations continue and we are slated to vote on the first list of government changes its funding school closures (for September formula for capital grants and il 1999) on February 22. These ten the closures are pedagogically 10-7'44vxvs\_ sound. schools, eight in the City of Ot- Awdit, 8,,vN tawa, are: Crichton Alternative Thanks to Mayor Jim Watson Community School, Fisher Park who is convening a meeting in Public School/Summit Alternative January of Ottawa-Carleton may- School, McArthur High School, ors, the regional chair, and school McNabb Park Public School, board chairs and vice-chairs to Overbrook Public School, discuss school closures an d Queensway Public School, school overcrowding. It is my Riverview Alternative School, hope that a coalition of political reg Whitehaven Public School, Con- leaders from this region may have federation High School (Nepean) some influence on provincial gov- and Riverview Public School ernment policy. Also, many Glebe (Cumberland). A second list of residents have been spending countless hours on the school clo- now possible sites for closure i n I of September 2000 is to be consid- sure issue and thank all them for their efforts. ered later this year. - REPORT ON THE ROLE OF MON FRIDAY 8:00am t,o 10:00pm School boards are required to SCHOOL COUNCILS SATURDAY 7:00am to 9:00privillif consider school closures because This is the third report of the of a very prescriptive, a n d provincially-appointed Education SUNDAY 9:00am to 8:00pm Eib- flawed, provincial government Improvement Commission (EIC). formula for funding new school In The Road Ahead: A Report on construction across Ontario. How the Role of School Councils, the is the formula flawed? First, it Commission lays out its views on ties new school construction in the role and responsibilities of the suburbs to closure of schools parents and school councils. For a Ottawa in the central, urban areas. I be- summary of the report and its lieve province con- 200 TUTOR CENTRE the should recommendations, check the EIC First Ave. Excellence in Education 567-1251 sider quite separately the areas Web site at inside and outside the Greenbelt. http://eic.edu.gov.on.ca IWe specialize in the most successful way to learn ... School space requirements lead- PRIORITIES AT THE OCDSB one teacher to one student! ing to new school construction In the early months of 1999, should be calculated solely for deliberations at the board will Secondary and tertiary level tutorials in... the area outside the Greenbelt, include school closures, a review 44 Finite e Calculus 14 Algebra where there is rapid growth. The of special education programs, Geometry Chemistry qi Physics closing of surplus spaces inside recommendations regarding high 44 Biology i4 English a+ French the Greenbelt is a different issue school reform, transportation and and the board needs time to ra- cross-boundary (school) transfer Primary to intermediate level tutorials in... tionalise these spaces, keeping in policies and all other matters 44 Math 44 Reading 014 Grammar mind pertaining to the 1999-2000 bud- cost-effectiveness and 44 Spelling 14 Writing ° 44 French downtown urban needs. Schools get (September 1 to August 31). Our team of provide space, particularly in the As readers know, the OCDSB is experienced, provincially certified teachers provide instruction evenings and on weekends, for completely dependent upon in English and French. many community activities, so provincial government grants and Small group tutorials in some subjects begin in Januaty. Call for details. broad-based consultation on any again this year we must reduce school closures is necessary. spending. I look forward to con- Secondly, the formula requires sultations on these matters with school boards to operate their school councils and other con- schools at 100 per cent capacity cerned constituents. before receiving capital funds for SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR new school construction. This is simply an Feb. 19 P. A. Day for all stu- goo/Am unrealistic require- dents. ment. How can every classroom in every school be Mar. 15 to Mar. 19, March occupied by the Break. maximum number of pupils at all Associate Broker Mar. 26 P. rimes during the A. Day for school day? An elementary students. operating capacity of 90 per cent "The Hooper Group Delivers June 23 - 24 P. A. Days for would seem much more realistic. secondary Finally, the formula requires students. Action & Results!" June 25 P. A Day for all that all classrooms in every students school be used during school hours by elementary or secondary FOR INFORMATION For All Your Real Estate Needs students (the exception being Lynn Graham, Ottawa-Carleton child care groups already using District School Board, 133 Green- school space). Boards that rent bank Road, Nepean, Ontario. K2H www.calljeff.com extra classrooms during the 6L3 Tel: 730-3366 Fax: 730- 567-1400 school day to adult education, 3589. e-mail: 24HRS BUS PAGER community recreation or any new [email protected] sutton group - advantage realty ltd. SCHOOL NE1/VS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 2 0 Glebe C. I. will remember coach Michael O'Meara BY KEITH DAVIES the game was without question. NOVAE RES CONTRIBUTOR During two of the three years On October 24, 1998, Michael while he was Head Coach, labour O'Meara, Glebe's Head Football disputes interrupted the football Coach, died in a traffic accident. season. Despite these difficul- Mr. O'Meara had been a Glebite ties, Mike worked hard to keep himself, winning Glebe Football's the team together, providing in- most outstanding player award in spiring leadership and valuable his senior year. He volunteered advice. Players from the 1997 to coach because of his fiery season will remember the fun Glebe pride and his intense de- practices he organized during the sire to stay involved in football. interim, in which Coach Mike in 1996, his first year as Head played touch football along with Coach, he helped turn a football his players. team with a hapless 0-3 start into To his players, Coach Mike was one that came within a single a dedicated, enthusiastic coach, point of the city championship. and an eternal optimist. But, Mike's pride and excitement most importantly, he was a close throughout the season are still friend. He will be sadly missed today deeply ingrained in the by the many people whose lives minds of his players. he enriched, but the happy mem- Coach Mike's energy and love of ories will never be forgotten. Photo: Jayne Forward Glebe students enjoy step aerobics class Grade 8 night at Glebe Feb. 23 Sweating up a Glebe Collegiate Institute in- programme. The Grade 9 option storm for Honduras vites Grade 8 students and sheet will be explained and the willing to sweat signed up for their BY HANNAH FELDBERG the parents to its information night differences between Applied and It was a cold and windy right level of aerobics'- (beginner, on Tuesday, February Academic courses will be intermediate or advanced) 23, at 7 Wednesday, December 16 outside and p.m. The evening will provide an demonstrated. the 77-year-old walls of Glebe participated in three classes overview of the key Glebe staff and students look spread out over changes in Collegiate Institute. Inside, al- the dayi,a step Secondary School Reform such as forward to introducing their class, a high impact most 100 students and staff were class and ,a diploma requirements and the unique programmes and activi- boxercise class ... all with a guar- sweating up a storm doing aero- new streamed, credited Grade 9 ties. bics. It was something called the antee "You be Sweatin." Even Sweat-a-thon where the only some gym classes participated in thing you were supposed to do for sweatin' it up. The classes were the whole day was sweat, sweat taught by Glebe's own Emily and sweat some more! Grant and Janet King (a phys. ed. The Sweat-a-thon was a way for teacher). Tina and Anne, two vol- Glebe students and staff to raise unteers from the YM/YWCA, also money for the Red Cross Honduras came out to help Glebe sweat all relief fund. Each student had to day long. raise a minimum of $10 to partic- A big thank you must go out to ipate in exchange for some sweat the sponsors of this event Glebe and a whole lot of fun. The par- C. I. thanks Bell Mobility, Irene's ticipants raised more th a n Pub, Home Hardware, Quichua $1,700. Jesse Tomlinson, a Grade Craft and The YM/YWCA. A spe- 10 student, raised the most cial thanks to Tina Corrivau, the money, with $141. This event group fitness co-ordinator at the made Glebe students feel good Y who let Glebe borrow 20 step about themselves and built up boards and, as a treat, also school spirit Aboove all this was handed out free day passes to the an opportunity for everyone at YM/YWCA. Glebe to gain global awareness Everyone had a chance to listen and help people in need half way to fun music, wear lots of spandex across the world. and sweat all day long all for a Congratulations to these Glebe C. I students who were on their way to Emily Grant (Glebe co-presi- good cause. Who knows what else facilitate the w. orkshop We ail came from Somewhere! New dent) and the student council the students and staff at Glebe Experiences in Canada at the youth forum Making our Voices planned the event. Everyone Collegiate will be up to next! Heard on Parliament Hill.

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Laura Smith 241-0428 [email protected] www.tenvolt.com/GoDogsGo 21 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 SCHOOL NEWS GLEBE PARENT ASSOCIATION MEETING Drama students entertain rugrats opportunity to meet James Grieve, Do not miss this BY PIPPA ROGERS the actors a chance to perform the new Director of Education for NOVAE RES STAFF WRITER and make a few people smile. the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board It's obvious that the Grade 9s Several Glebe area schools have are getting shorter by the year; been invited. Keeping the atten- January 19, 1999 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. but don't confuse the little four- tion of 60 little kids may be the Staff Room, Second Floor foot tall brats with Glebe stu- greatest challenge yet! Since our dents. A group of children, aged budget isn't that great, we've got eight to 10, are coming to see two to scramble to make our sets plays put on by Mr. Rouleau's work. In a society that is so used Grade 11 drama class. Five weeks to sci-fi technology, we've got to of sweat and tears from the come up with some pretty inter- techies, directors and the actors esting things. Of course, we have add up to two days of fun. This is costumes too. But you'd be sur- our second year doing this pro- prised what you can conjure up at ject. Phase 2 or your local dollar store. Puss in Boots, a play that is It's obvious we're not the NAC reminiscent of the good old days, here, but we may be having more is being directed by Drew fun! And do we ever have to Williamson. The second play, practise! We don't have all the written by a local Chelsea woman, know-how, but we do have the is called The Smile Napper and is confidence and the enthusiasm. being directed by my (better) Now as the performance day ap- self. proaches, we are more nervous With a total of 16 actors, three than ever. So, if you see a pale tech people and two directors, we actor slinking down the hallway, hope that these plays will give pass that extra Nutri-Grain!

Glebe's Kim Mean Photo: Jayne Forward Canadian Blood Services 40 students no longer phickens BY KIM MEAM the information I was absorbing. My co-op placement is at the After donating blood for the first Canadian Blood Services on 85 time and realizing how safe it is, Plymouth Street. As a graduating I decided to organize a "LifeBus" student planning on attending at Glebe Collegiate Institute. I university next year, I expected informed Mr. Dagenais of my Sylvana Saikali to have my placement at a media cause. Knowing how spirited Mr. type of organization such as the D is I knew I wouldn't have any Ottawa Sun or the New R. O. To problems. He guided me to the Placement is a win-win experience my surprise, the Canadian Blood vice-principal, Mr. Goebel, and BY MAIREAD HORAN-LUNNEY year-old kindergarten class at Services have a department called from there he showed me the way. NOVAE RES CONTRIBUTOR Mutchmor public school. clinic planning and donor re- I listened to Mr. Goebel's expert The addition of a job coach to Sylvana is there when the stu- cruitment, which relates to my advice and followed it step by the Education for Community dents arrive, greeting the chil- plans in the future. This place- step. The end result was a suc- Living (ECL) class has expanded dren and helping them get orga- ment involves me sending written cessful "LifeBus." The target was the scope of work experience for nized for the day. "We all go and and oral information to a large for 32 students to sign up, but in these special students. sit in a circle," says Sylvana. She number of students, thereby en- the end, 40 plus students had This year the students are tak- helps with whatever the class is hancing my communication skills. signed up way to go Glebe! ing their skills acquired in the doing. "I play games with the When I arrived for an interview, Students are very excited about classroom and applying them to kids and we say the alphabet." Laura Evans and Patricia Trottier doing good deeds in the commu- various workplace settings. This Every Monday, Sylvana becomes informed me of my responsibil- nity. It is just the lack of infor- program is important in develop- more and more comfortable and ity. I was pleased to have a posi- mation and awareness that keeps ing the two main goals for outgoing with the class. This is tion titled head recruit for high them from fully completing the students in the class: the excellent for Sylvana's personal school. Basically, I recruit po- task. The hardest part of my job students' maturity and self- growth. She is being encouraged tential high school students to is explaining the safety factor in- confidence. to develop her problem-solving donate blood. At first I was a bit volved in donating blood. Once Mrs. Pat Crane, the program's skills as well as her maturity. nervous, because the idea of try- they realized how safe donating job coach, placed the students in The work experience program is a ing to convince students to give blood is, the only fear left is the workplaces suiting their differ- win-win situation; the kinder- blood was a bit freaky. As I felt needle. It was unbelievable. ent skills and interests. Sylvana garten students gain a new more familiar with my surround- There were many myths and sto- Saikali has been a student in the teacher and friend and Sylvana ings and fellow workers, I began ries the students asked me about ECL class for the last five years. gets involved with the community to understand the everyday rou- concerning the idea of donating Sylvana spends her Monday outside the Community Living tines. At first it didn't look very blood, all of which were false. mornings working in the four- class. promising because of the reports The staff at the Canadian Blood I'd read last year about co-op Services is very supportive and is students. Then I went to St. Peter willing to do anything to make me high school with Laura Evans and feel more relaxed. Currently I'm Glebe Dental Office met with the student councils. preparing to organize more Dr. Khaled Hashem D.D.S. The student councils were excited "LifeBus" programs at other high BOARD MEMI3ER, MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL OF CANADA about having a clinic and that schools and to apply the knowl- BRACES TEETH VVHITENING gave me hope about the possibili- edge I absorbed from Mr. Goebel. WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTION ties of working here. It'll probably be another success- ROOT CANAL TREATMENT CROWNS, BRIDGES, DENTURES Through hearing Laura and ful program because I will use the Sue's conversation and speeches same planning procedure. Hope- AVAILABLE EVENING'S / EMERGENCIES 738(A) Bank St. (at Second Ave.) about donating blood, my confi- fully I will get the same kind of dence level rose with each new respect and support that Glebe's 232-2222 Emergencies: 232-2610 day. I was surprised about all student and staff demonstrated. SCHOOL NEWS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 22 Mix and match at Hopewell BY J. C. SULZENKO classes went to Glebe for a con- SCIENCE SHARE cert put on by the music depart- In mid December, Grade 7 and 8 ment. Now, out of sentiment and students participated in Science reciprocity, it seems certain that Share. Surely that should read there will be a great showing of "Science Fair," you might ask? Hopewell graduates at Glebe when Nope! Principal Pat Hendry ex- the revival of the musical Sam plained that the display of some Slade by-Alison Woyiwada takes 300 projects tied to the science place during the winter term at curriculum is purposefully Hop ewell. called "Science Share" to under- TRAFFIC SAFETY line the importance of sharing A plea from Hopewell for ev- knowledge. "Such events are of- eryone to respect the No Stopping ten called Science Fairs, which and No Parking zones outside the brings the sense of a competitive school. Two students from the event. Rather than that approach, school have been hit by cars in Hopewell places emphasis on the neighbourhood this school learning together and from each year. Please take care of our other. Hence, Science Share!" she children. noted. Projects ranged from the SCHOOL CLOSURES imaginative to the complex. Pri- The saga continues. At the end mary and Junior students, who of came December, the Ottawa Carleton Emily Foster, Matthew Burns & Sara Al-nousseyri at Mutchmor's Sing- through the exhibits, spent District School Board deferred along at Fifth Avenue Court their time watching volcanoes making its decision on the capac- erupt, seeing electric motors in ity of area schools until the end Mutchmor sing-along a true delight action and checking how breads of February. Those the are attending BY DONNA LINDO ents, friends and shoppers. tested for texture and taste. December school council meeting There was The sun shone, the morning air Each class introduced and led a something of interest learned that there was little was mild and the children walked song, with everyone joining in on for everyone who visited booths doubt that school closures would gym hand-in-hand with a classmate or the second verse. Fifth Avenue in the and atrium. affect Hopewell. The elusive and warmth older student. They set out ex- Court was aglow with the LET GLEBE ENTERTAIN revised funding formula from the citedly for the long awaited third and spirit of Christmas as all 260 HOPEWELL AND VICE VERSA province that precludes funding annual Holiday Sing-Along at students and their families and By all means! Two events in De- for the construction of new Fifth Avenue Court. Parents, vol- friends joined in the joy of music cember showed the partnership schools until existing schools are unteers, class grandparents, of Christmas. between Hopewell and Glebe Col- functioning at full capacity (or friends and preschool siblings legiate, which many Intermediate are closed), will likely result in joined them. Inside, students Everyone then returned to- students attend when they gradu- Hopewell's intake of students dressed in red and green sur- gether to the classrooms for cele- ate from Hopewell. Grades 1 and 2 from surrounding schools. This rounded the court's magnificent brations with holiday sweets and students enjoyed the Glebe drama would entail a significant in- floor-to-ceiling Christmas tree. hot chocolate prepared by class class production of The Smile crease in school enrolment More The balcony was filled with par- parents. Snatchers, while Intermediate to follow... Students help charities that help children For the month of December all each classroom presented their Mutchmor students became in- contributions to representatives volved in endeavours to celebrate of the above groups. A total of giving and caring for other chil- $1024.30 was raised by the dren in the Ottawa community by students along with a food train fundraising. The charities and much cleaned, used, warm chosen weré the Snowsuit Fund, winter clothing. the Christmas Exchange and the Students have learned much and Ottawa Emergency Food Centre. to continue this activity ev- In each hope classroom students ery year. It was a pleasure doing decided what fundraising they something for others and also a would do and then advertised and lot of fun working together. We organized their event. On are very proud of them all. December 17 at a school assembly Getting a gym-full of experiments at the 1998 Hopewell Science Share.

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Company. -ow ,_ 14 II The reception will take place in BYTOWN 00 ATHLETICS 4-% I.-111'7111 Glashan's library from 4:30 until 17. Wits 1Anil 6 p.m. where the will be Apfirécia'& author Our Quality & Service available to sign copies of the 0.00 2 3 5 - 1 0 5 0() book. All are welcome to attend. 218 FIFTH AVENUE Please contact Glashan School at 565-5223 Sandy Hill Construction .14, 239-2264 for further informa- PERSONAL TRAINING STUDIO Member BBB d OCHBA tion. wvvw.scindy-hillon.ca 23 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 BOOKS Leacock's Chicago years were source of dissertation & satire MY RECOLLECTION OF 1942/43. The manuscript of The intellectually au courant in the CHICAGO and THE DOCTRINE Doctrine of Laissez Faire com- economic climate of the 1890s. OF LAISSEZ FAIRE prises 142 archival leaves. As Americans looked forward to By Stephen Leacock, The University of Chicago was the new century, their way of life edited and introduced not viewed by Leacock as a n was changing from an agrarian to by Carl Spadoni intellectual oasis. Satirizing an industrial economy. Workers Oxford University Press, By American plutocracy, the idle migrated to larger communities 126 pages Sharon rich, a world of competition gone but in so doing, they sensed a $40 (cloth); $17.95 (paper) Abron mad, untramelled rapacity and loss of individual freedom. Ex- Drache greed, he calls Chicago a "raw" travagance of wealth, and the cor- Canada's revered humorist, place with its saloons, stockyards ruption that ensues from excesses Stephen Leacock (1869-1944), Carl Spadoni who has edited and and railways, its main street, were documented by the media whom we usually recall fondly introduced this current volume, Plutoria Avenue, and the and lampooned by essayists and because of his quirky satire of publishing for the first time two university president, Dr. Boomer, novelists, such as Frank Norris, Orillia, Ontario Sunshine archival manuscripts of Lea- a man obsessed with a n Theodore Dreiser and Jack Lon- Sketches of a Little Town gave cock's: My Recollection of overriding obsession fo r don. up high school teaching in 1899. Chicago, an essay which is un- acquiring money in lieu o f The decade between 1889 and dated, and his doctoral thesis, "brains." The subject of Laissez Faire 1899 has been chronicled by Lea- The Doctrine of Laissez Faire, is Leacock was greatly influenced individualism versus state inter- cock biographers and by Leacock an archivist at the McMaster Uni- by Professor Thorstein Veblen's ference in economic matters is himself in his unfinished biogra- versity Library. theory of the leisure class. "He one that Leacock struggled with phy, The Boy I Left Behind In 1964, the University of had a thoughtful mind, free from throughout his life. He believed (1946). Chicago acquired these two anger and dispute, and heedless that Laissez Faire entitled the Leacock left Orillia in 1899 for manuscripts from Stephen Lea- of all money motive." In 1906, strong to dominate the weak and the University of Chicago where cock's niece, Barbara Nimmo (née Veblen left the University of that government should not arbi- he studied Political Science and Ulrichsen). From 1927 until Lea- Chicago after 14 years o f trarily interfere with commerce Economics, receiving his Doctor cock's death in 1944, she acted as teaching, and joined the Stanford yet he couldn't decide exactly of Philosophy in 1903. While his personal secretary, friend faculty. "They let him out" is which economic duties govern- Leacock valued intellectual pur- and companion. By the terms of how Leacock described the event, ment should have. suits, he loathed the her uncle's will, she inherited a suggesting that Veblen was in- It is Spadoni's conclusion that "abstrusiveness" of academic number of his manuscripts and vited to leave because of his con- as we move from a century of in- writing. When he received his other archival documents. tempt for the University of dustrialism to technology, degree, he wrote: "The recipient My Recollection of Chicago Chicago's administration. Stephen Leacock's dissertation, of instruction is examined for the comprises 13 "leaves" (in Spadoni asks: Why did Stephen full of stinging rhetoric directed last time and is pronounced archival terms) and is undated, Leacock choose the subject of at the apologetics of orthodox completely full. After this, no but internal references date the Laissez Faire for his doctoral economists, is as relevant today ideas are imparted to him." manuscript as approximately dissertation? The subject was as it was almost a century ago.

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'Budget 99 D i d you know? Saviez-vous que... Starting January 8, residents can review the 1999 recommended budget at the In the absence of any other parking en l'absence de toute autre restriction de following City of Ottawa locations: regulation (notably winter stationnement (et notamment en ce qui regulations), no vehicle concerne le stationnement en hiver), Ottawa City Hall - Client Service Centre; Community Centres; Incloor may remain parked for il est interdit de stationner un Pools; Fire Stations; Public Libraries; Internet: http://city.ottawa.on.ca more than three hours véhicule plus de trois heures entre City Council Ftas set Ode two days to hear the views of residents and between 7 a.m. -7 p.m. on 7 h et 19 h dans les rues de la community groups:. City streets. (Traffic and Parking ville (Arret.é municipal 1-96 régisse:a kt circulation et le stationnement Victoria Hall (Council.çhambers) By-kzw1-96, section 15 sub 2) sur les routes, paragraphe 15(2) January 28 starting at 1 PMI, and January 29 starting at 10 mn. (parking validation and interpretation services provided) One representative per group rnay make a 5-minute presentation to Members Warm Up to Winter Activities of Council. These must be pr.Opoked before 4 p.m. pn.January 27 by dialing Getting fit and staying in shape is as close as your community 244;5494. YOu may Mso subMit your views by fax at: 244-5417, by at: centre or pool. How about ballet, cross-country skiing, aqua- :ilitiiiiietekity.ottawa.on.ca or by mail to Elaine Fleury at the address I isted thebottom of this page. fitness, speed skating, tai chi or aerobics? Fit us into your schedu le by choosing from many affordable, custom ized programs with quality instruction. Check your City of Ottawa Activity Planner 98-99, résidants pourront examiner le budget or for further information, call 244-5300, ext. 4057. reconnandé pour .999 dans les installations municipales suivantes de la

0.0.6 du service a la clientèle- de l'hôtel de ville d'Ottawa, les centres communautaires, les piscines intérieures, les casernes de pompiers, les Des activités d'hiver -bibliothèques publiques, ainsi que sur l'Internet pour tous les goûts http://ville,ottawa.on,ca Pour vous mettre en forme ou garder votre Conseil municipal a deux journées d'audiences au cours i prévu forme, vous n'avez pasa aller plus loin que desquelles les citoyens et les groupes communautaires pourront faire le centre communautaire ou la piscine de connaître leurs opinions votre quartier. 'Vous êtes tentés par ie baller, kt.salle.Vettia talle du Conseil) : le ski de fond, l'aquaforme, le patinage de 13 h et le 29 Ja" nvte" r; compter de 10 h vitesse, le tai-chi ou l'aérobique? Vous cvaikatkn des billets de stationnement et services d'interprétation). n'avez qu'à aménager votre horaire et ppade d)aquegnxipe pourra faire une intervention de 5 minutes atpc...- imtnsckiCcnsei eigijoi.pes souhaitant intervenir doivent composer le 244-5494 vous inscrire à l'un des nombreux programmes :27jawier: te moment de leur intervention. MOUS pouvez abordables et adaptés, dirigés par des moniteurs qualifiés. OMO yownionS par télécopieur au 244-5417, par courrier ' Consultez le Plan des activités de la Ville d'Ottawa ou, pour des .-iy.inttawa.on.ca ou par courrier à Haine Fleury, à l'adresse . renseignement plus détaillés, composez le 244-5300, poste 4057. ev inter in t L'hiver à Ottawa * When 7 crn:Of:Snow or tri* are forecastArte City issues a * Lorsqu'une chute de neige de 7 cm ou plus est prévue, la Ville d'Ottawa émet un "No Parking"Advisory." I'iarking' s in effect avis d'interdiction de stationner. Cette interdiction est en vigueur la nuit, entre

from 1 - 7 a.m. Excluding those..0... ,Streeti.parking 1 h et 7 h, et tous les véhicules, sauf ceux ayant un permis de stationnement sur permits, parked vehicles found .*S:46ring voirie, rue, qui sont stationnés dans les rues de la ville pendant ces heures orr er, the ban could be ticketed $50. risquent de recevoir une contravention de 50 $. - listen to your local radio station, including - Pour connaître les prévisions météorologiques, écoutez les stations CHEZ 106/LITE 101, KOOL-FM/CFRA, or radiophoniques locales, notamment CHEZ 106/LITE 101, KOOL- your local TV station, or call Environment FM/le4; Ou la télévision locale ou téléphonez au service météo Canada at 998-3439 (English) or 998-8805 d'Environnement Canada au 998-8805 (français) ou au 998-3439 (anglais). (French) for weather forecasts. Pour savoir si un avis d'interdiction de stationner a été émis, appelez la ligne - Call the City's Snowline at 244-5344 to see if a "No Parking Advisd .(07neige.çiela Ville 'i.r:t'Ottawai'au... 244-5344. PritiiSavoir si vous sur voire, avec has been issued. avektleit4ilo pennis'. dg stationnement communiquez le Centre di service la clientèle de Wile crOttaed,..au 244-56W. - Call the City's Client Service Centre at 244-5600 to see if you qualify fort: residential on-street parking permit. j.it,ta Ville posé des enseignes de Stationnement interdit là où l'enlèvement des bancs de neige est prévu: Les véhicules qui gênent ces travaux risquent de recevoir une contravention de The City places "No Parking" signs where snow bank removal wi II take place. 65 $ et d'être remoiqués dans Lii.* rue avoisinante. Vehicles in the way could be ticketed $65 and towed to a nearby street. La neige déblayée d'un terrain ne doit pas être poussée ou jetée sur le trottoir ou dans la rue; Snow cleared from a property must not be pushed or thrown onto roads or cette infraction est sanctionnéed'une amende de 105 $. sidewalks; this could result in a $105 fine. Les personnes...âgées ou handicapées peuvent Obtenir de l'aide pour faire déneiger leur entrée ou Seniors and the disabled may get help to clear snow from their driveways or leur trottoir en faisant appel A Opération aide-déneigement, au 234-8044. walkways by calling at "Operation Snow-Go" 234-8044. Dans le cadre de son Programme de boîtes A sable, la Ville a installé des boîtes jaunes

The City's Sand Box Program provides bright yellow boxes fi I led with grit in remplies de sable à des endroits stratégiques du centre-ville afin d'améliorer la sécurité problem areas of the downtown core to improve winter walking conditions. des déplacements piétonniers en hiver. Les passants sont invités A se servir de la petite You can help by scooping the grit and spreading it around! pelle qui est fournie pour épandre eux-mêmes des abrasifs sur les passages glissants. 0 244-5300 http://city.ottawa.on.ca 111 promenade Sussex Drive K1N 5A1 http://ville.ottawa.on.ca 2 5 Glebe Report January 15, 1999 CHURCH NEWS Y2K and Judgment Day THE GLEBE CHURCHES WELCOME YOU SACRAMENT Catholic) BY THE REV. JAMES CHRISTIE three per cent of the world's com- CHURCH OF THE BLESSED (Roman SOUTHMIWIER UNITED puters. Fourth Avenue at Percy Street 232-4891 CHURCH Now, I hope the Y2K panic is as Father Joe Le Clair, Pastor It has become a toss-up for me overstated as many analysts sug- Rev. Anthony O'Sullivan in Residence each morning, whether to turn gest. But let me put minds at ease Masses: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9:30 a.m. first to the obituaries or to the on one score: there is far more to Saturday: 9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. editorial cartoon. Most days, the worry about from the Y2K bug Sunday: 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 am. 8:00 p.m. cartoon wins. The times being as than from the rantings of the de- (Elevator access for the handicapped. Loop system for the grim as they sometimes seem, luded that judgment day will ar- hearing impaired) however, the margin of victory for rive with the end of the millen- FIFTH AVENUE FREE METHODIST CHURCH the cartoon is narrowing all the nium. 2 Monk Street (1 block west of Bank & Fifth) 233-1870 time. Take this Y2K business, for Oh, the world will certainly end Minister: Rev. Stanley J.T. Hanna instance. some day, and, as an orthodox Sunday: Youth Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Recently, the Globe and Mail Christian, I believe that I a m Morning Service at 11:00 a.m. featured a distraught picketer subject to God's judgment. But Friday: 12 Noon Eucharist with a sign reading, "Prepare to the arbitrary calculations of the meet thy doom!" A second char- calendar have nothing to do with OTTAWA DEAF FELLOWSHIP (Total Communication) acter protests, "I can't stand you i t. at Fifth Avenue Free Methodist Church prophecies of religious fanatics!" The sign The menacing the 2 Monk Street (one block west of Bank & Fifth) bearer replies, "I'm not I'm part Book of Revelation reflect the Pastor Dick Foster of a Y2K crisis team!" world of the first century, not the Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m. Y2K, for those who may have twentieth, and, from a theological been in orbit with the space sta- standpoint, January 1, 2000 is FOURTH AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH Avenue at Bank Street 236-1804 tion team, is the designation for just another day. The coffee will Fourth the potential computer bug which get made, the dog will need to go Minister: E.J. Cox Sunday Services: Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. may, as the world enters the year out, and regardless of the 2000, cause banks to fail, planes condition of the world banking Nursery and Sunday School to drop from the sky, general system, we'll still have t o GLEBE-ST. JAMES UNITED CHURCH civil strife - or nothing at all. struggle to make ends meet 650 Lyon Street 236-0617 It's a doomsday scenario, which God may decide otherwise, but Minister: Rev. Dr. Jack Nield has police and armed forces on if so, God isn't telling. Jesus was Minister Christian Education: Dr. Gillian Wallace the alert, while scores of techno- very clear, "no one knows the day New Ventures in Celebration 10:00 a.m. (Informal worship wizards race against the clock to or the hour." Not even the Christ. in church hall) solve a problem which, so I'm Our proper business is living, not Worship (in Sanctuary) 11 a.m. with told, exists in approximately guessing. Let's do so. Baby Nursery, Sunday School (ages 3-11) and Youth Alternative Worship (12 & You And The Separation And Divorce Process ST. MATTHEW'S ANGLICAN CHURCH up) Involved? In The Middle? Friend? Glebe Avenue near Bank Street 234-4024 Are you going through a separation or divorce? Or, do you have Rector: The Rev. Désirée Stedman relatives or friends who are doing so? Many people are facing one of Holy Communion: 8:00 a.m. these circumstances, and are asking how to make the best of an unhappy Choral Eucharist & Church School: 10:00 a.m. situation. Would you like to hear how others deal with their Choral Evensong: 5:00 p.m. (second & fourth Sundays) separations or divorces? Weekday Eucharist Thursday 10:00 a.m. The Community Support Network* is offering to all members of the Counselling by appointment 234-4024 public a five-part series entitled You and the Separation and Divorce (Handicapped accessible from parking lot. Loop System) Process. The facilitators for these sessions are Dr. Daniel F. Berg, and THE RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) Graham Harvey, MSW, family mediators and practising members of the 91 A Fourth Avenue 232-9923 Family Mediation Association of Ontario and Family Mediation Canada. Clerk: Anne Thomas 489-3341 (*The Community Support Network is a community outreach service of Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. seven local churches.) SCHEDULE OF SESSIONS OTTAWA CHINESE UNITED CHURCH Jan. 20 To Fight or Not to Fight: Family Law & Mediation with Steve 600 Bank Street 594-4571 Sanderson, Family Lawyer and Mediator. Senior Pastor: Rod Bennett Jan. 27 First Aid: Surviving the Process with Susan L. Bedford, MA. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Feb. 3 The Real Victims: Lessening The Trauma For Children with Cantonese/Mandarin & English 11:00 a.m. Susan Bedford, MA. OTTAWA DEAF FELLOWSHIP (Total Communication) Feb. 10 Share the wealth? How? VVhat will work for me? Financial at Fifth Avenue Free Methodist Church & Planning, Separation Divorce with Tracy Symington, 2 Monk Street (1 block west of Bank & Fifth) Chartered Financial Planner. Minister: Pastor Dick Foster Feb. 17 Help or Hindrance: How to Support the Separated/ Divorced Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m. Couple with Dr. Keith Anderson (author of On Your Own Again). All sessions will be held on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (Wheelchair Access) p.m. at St. Matthew's Church at 217 First Avenue, in the Glebe. Pre- Bank Street at First Avenue 235-2551 registration required. Enrolment is limited. Minister: Please register for your choice of sessions by January 18, 1999 by Youth Coordinator: Colleen Smith calling the Community Support Network at 236-1433. Sunday Service: Worship 11:00 a.m. The cost for attending these sessions is $5 per evening or $20 for the Church School 11:15 am. series. CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION AND ST. NICHOLAS (ORTHODOX CHURCH IN AMERICA) 55 Clarey Avenue 236-5596 Clergy: The Rev. Fr Andrew Morbey 523-1928 The Rev. Dr Symeon Rodger 725-9215 The Rev. Fr Lionel Dixon VIGIL 5 p.m. Saturday HOURS: 9:30 DIVINE LITURGY 10 a.m. Sunday PRAYER SERVICE (Moleben/Akathist) 10 a.m. Tuesdays VESPERS 7 p.m. Wednesdays LITURGY 7 a.m. 'Thursdays EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH (Hispanic Ministry) Bank St. at Fourth (Fourth Avenue Baptist) Pastor Rev. Pedro Morataya 741-0628 Sunday Service: 3:00 p.m. Wed. Prayer Meeting 7:30 p.m.

Centraide 1292 Wellington `if,_ UnitedVVay 'I Ottawa-Carleton 722-6414 fax 722-6703 0, WORDS Glebe Report January 15, 1999 26 South branch library news BY HÉLÈNE MERRITT We are happy again this month to offer a variety of program activi- ties at Ottawa South Library. PROGRAMS Storytimes for three- to five- year-olds: Mondays at 10:15 a.m., Wednesdays at 2:15 p.m. We'll help Saturday stories and films: Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Time-for-Twos: Wednesdays at 10:15 starting January 6. Pre- registration is required for this popular program. Babes-in-the-library: Fridays at 1:15 starting January 8. Pre- your child registration is required for this popular program. If our space cannot accommodate you, please wait and register for our next "twos" or "babes" sessions; there is room for everybody but step forward you may have to wait and pre-register for a later session. We realize these programs are in great demand and try to fit in as many as pos- sible in our schedule. We appreciate your continued flexibility and support as we try to respond to the needs of all age groups in the g world of ours. neighbourhood. YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS We are pleased to be able to offer a young adult program in January. Please do let us know of any other programming which might be of in- Feeling about yourself is the We have a program to suit terest to you. good first step to leaming. That's why your schedule: SHARP EDGE: Personnel from Figure 8 Boutique will discuss se- lection, care and safety tips for your ice skates. For teens ages 12 to Carleton Preschool uses books, Morning puzzles, arts and crafts, show and 16. 45 minutes. Please pre-register. 8 Ila.m. for 21/2 to 4 year olds ADULT PROGRAMS tell, games, storytelling, music coming in Lunch and Afternoon We hope to see you at one of our many programs or simply and creative movement to help 10:30a.m. 2:30p.m. for 4- and to browse and borrow books. your child develop self-confidence. 5-year-old kindergartners Please to call for your library information needs or to don't hesitate And self-esteem. And a love for After School 730-1082 or fax 730-2884. register for the children's programs at learning to last a lifetime. 2:30p.m. 5:15p.m. for kinder- Best wishes for the New Year. gartners and children up to 9 years For more than 30 years, our of age Squirrel Road warm and caring atmosphere yours BY CAROL 1WEEDIE has helped children like From my window to thrive. Our director and three carleton a bluejay shrieks teachers each hold diplomas in preschool squirrels race along Early Childhood Education. in the winter stillness the telephone wire 63 Evelyn Avenue (Just off Main St. near Pretoria Bridge.) icicles hang from child. on my window Space is limited. Call 235-2255 now to register your the clothes on the line plants reach for the sun children laugh in the snow feet in steam heat half the hay, half the winter /smallbiz Short story contest invites entries Small Business Technology Solutions from Microsoft The annual City of Ottawa 55 Microsoft Solution Provider Windows NT Networking plus Short Story Contest invites Internet Terminal Rentals QuickSe112000 POS submissions from Ottawa-Car- Web Site Development Photo Et Slide Scanning leton adults, 55 years or older. Windows Training LPs to Digital CD-ROM Stories must be original, unpublished works of fiction or MediaLab Plus memoirs, 2,000 words or less. Deadline for submissions is 779 Bank St. Suite 202 More than $300 in prize money to March 12, 1999. To receive con- Ottawa K1S 3V5 www.medialabplus.com be won! Entry fee: $5 per story. test guidelines, call 247-4965. T: 613-567-5610 F: 613-567-3268 [email protected]

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POP TIF 873 Bank St. 237-1171 This space acts as a free community bulletin board for Glebe residents. Drop off your GRAPEVINE message at the Glebe Community Centre, including your name, address and phone no. FOR SALE items must be less than $1,000. GRAPEVINE FOR SALE EMPLOYMENT NOTICES NOTICES SNOWBOARD (Kemper 156) & STUDENT OR RESPONSIBLE * CHESS WORKSHOP FOR * GOOD MORNING PRESCHOOL - bindings. Good condition $150. PERSON wanted to walk dog in the CHILDREN Wednesdays 6:30 to 8 spaces currently available in 3- Call 234-2742 evenings. Glebe 2 to 5 days a week. Price p.m. at Glebe Community Centre. year-old program and Fri. p.m. SKATE SKI BOOTS, Salomon 911, negotiable. Call 237-9197. Knowledge of chess basics Music, art & drama for 3.5 to 5- sz. 38. Like new $50. 235-6416 RELIABLE PERSON to shovel preferred. Info: Rochelle year-olds. Info: Anne Turley at evenings. snow. Use our equipment $10/hr. Handelman 234-4032 (home) or 237-5074. SNOWBOARD PRIVATE LABEL, Call 237-3033. 562-5800 ext. 3509 (office). * INVESTMENT WORKSHOP 133 cm. Good condition $120. Call CARPENTER/ HANDYMAN/ OTTAWA WOMEN'S CANADIAN starting Wed. Jan. 27 for 3 235-0846. PLUMBER for work and repairs in Club luncheon, Thurs. Jan. 21 in consecutive wlcs. at 1 p.m. or 7 QUEEN SIZE BED w. frame, apartment building. Call Tom at the Ballroom of the Chateau p.m., 862A Bank St. To reserve, box spring & headboard, 230-5612. Laurier at 12:30 p.m. Speaker call Debra at 567-7727. N o Good cond. $250. Call mattress. will be Charlotte Gray, journalist charge. 232-2892. EMPLOYMENT WANTED WANTED * PHOTOGRAPHS MANIPULATED and author of "Mrs. King, the Life *WALK FOR MEMORIES to sup- *USED COLOUR TV. 21"-24" in BY COMPUTER - combine photos, and Times of Isobel Mackenzie port Ottawa-Carleton Alzheimer good condition at a good price. add or subtract people, resize. King." Info: Lois Jensen at 521- Society Sun. Jan. 24. Info 722- Call Andrée 234-5599. Quality results - no damage to 6917. 1424. THE CAREGIVER WANTED, full time originals. Call Sarah at 230-6875. ANXIETY DISORDER ASSOC. FAMILY SERVICE CENTRE OF to start March for 6-month-old * WORD-PROCESSING, EDITING, of Ontario is based in Ottawa. Ottawa-Carleton is looking for girl in Glebe. Previous experience admin. support filing, answering Someone is available to answer senior volunteers to be trained as & references required. 235-9529. phones, etc. Part-time afternoons. your questions. Mon. - Thurs. 10 peer counsellors. If you are 60+ LESSONS Call Deidre Nishimura 234-1868. a.m. - 4 p.m. Call 729-6761. years, respect differences and PIANO LESSONS in the Glebe. 5 HIGHWAY OF HOPE RAFFLE in diversity of cultures, religions, adult or children's beginner support of the Huntington Society abilities and lifestyles, call 725- classes $80. Master of music. Call HOUSE FOR SALE of Canada. 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CARPENTRY Muslim, Jewish & Christian James Church on Fridays at 8 Contact Tina 565-2038. RENOVATIONS/ speakers. Info: Richard Sanders p.m. First meeting Jan. 29. Info: REPAIRS 231-3076. Gillian at 236-0617. Peter D. Clarey 422-3714 CLEANING HOUSE MAY COURT RAFFLE Bonded and insured WINNERS Experienced The winners of the Fantasy Trees Raffle held by the May Get the best rates on: HOUSECLEANERS Court Club of Ottawa Dec. 5, 1998 Home/office cleaning are: Gail Linscott, Chas. Cahill, Professional Carpet Two extremely hard- Mrs. Landsman, Carol Scott, Mrs. Cleaning working, honest women Good references Kenny, Kathy Mierins, Joan will clean your home or Nagy Cleaning House may be the Maclean, Scindor, Flora last cleaner you'll ever hire. business. Reasonable McKennitt, Jean Starrs, Shellie rates. Call 565-0204. 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RELLU3LE EXPERIENCED MOVERS ** Open Mon-Fn 8 am to 7 pm Sat 9 am to 5 pm Sun noon to 5pm *********************.************************************* Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group 690 Lyon Street South of Ottawa, Ontario N%té Ottawa K1S 3Z9 Department of Community Services Services communautaires g- Committed to the Community. 564-1058 or 233-8713

TASTE OF THE GLEBE January 29, 1999 Thursday, January 28, 1999 JOin us for a fun - filled day of 5:30- 7:30 p.m. inner tube sliding at Glebe Community Centre Le Domaine d'Anger! 690 Lyon Street South Make it a family out - trip Come and sample specialities from or register your 5 - 12 year-old over 20 of the Glebe's finest dining for the Separate School P.D. Day. establishments. Tickets: $25.00 (Proceeds to Glebe C.C. renovation P.D. Day Family Out - trip Ages : 5 - 12 Ages: 2 - Adult Free Childcare & Children's Menu 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Call 564-1058 to reserve space.) Glebe Cuisine Cost: $20.00 Cost: $1 2.00/participant *Children must be Tickets are available at Glebe C.C. or the Offices of Mayor Watson and accompanied by an adult Councillor Berg. We provide the bus and they'll provide the tow rope!! Spring Craft Fair Registration There is still room in these Winter Workshops

Mail - in registration for artisans will be accepted from ... Family Paper-making Saturday, Feb. 6, 9:00 a.m. - noon Monday, January 25 to Friday, February 12. ... Bread-making Monday, Feb. 8, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. ... Asian Flavours Monday, Jan. 25 and/or Craft Fair Date: Saturday, March 27 Monday, Feb. 1 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. ... Mud Oven Workshop Wednesday, Jan. 20 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. **********************************************************