October 2016 Photo by Dino DiLabio Rest in peace: Mourners gathered at the Notre Dame Basilica to say a final farewell to Ottawa-Vanier MP www.newedinburgh.ca Mauril Bélanger, who passed away Aug. 16 after a short and courageous battle with ALS. Tributes on p. 4. LCBO not on list of Minto Beechwood retail By Jane Heintzman an open question, with the is good news. As of press time, the brickwork possibility of subdividing the Throughout the summer, and glazing are proceeding unit still under active consid- Minto has been collaborating apace at Minto Beechwood, eration. with City of Ottawa plan- and despite some construc- The only piece of hard news ners to sort out the details tion delays over the summer, on the commercial front is of the building’s streetscape Minto remains on target for a that the LCBO will not be in keeping with the city’s February 2017 move-in date among the ground-floor occu- “Complete Street” design, for condo owners. Should pants at Minto Beechwood. an ambitious plan intended there be any further glitches That faint hope went out to accommodate pedestrians, in the timetable, owners will the window with a man- cyclists, motorists and limited have to be notified by the end agement change at LCBO parking for shoppers. At pub- of October. which occasioned a whole- lication time, that design had On the commercial front, sale review of operations, yet to be finalized, but time tenants are slated to take pos- putting expansion options on is tight as Minto is scheduled session in December and to hold for the moment. Kevin to begin streetscape construc- move ahead with the fit-up has revealed, however, that tion in early October, and to of their premises in time for Minto Properties’ search for wrap up by the end of the a February opening in lock- businesses to occupy the month. According to Kevin, step with the residential units. Beechwood commercial units the ambitious nature of the Kevin Harper reports that, has focused on the follow- city’s design poses some so far, only one commer- ing priorities: specialty foods; challenges, including the very cial tenant has been nailed home décor; sports and fit- tight fit for Minto’s planned down, the identity of which ness; and health and wellness. street trees. These trees are a should be revealed shortly. (Alas, hardware did not make top priority for Minto, how- Negotiations on a number of the shortlist.) Somewhat to ever, and planting will go the other commercial units Minto’s surprise, the current ahead, even if the species has are reportedly going well, but crop of applicants for the to be changed to suit the lim- are not yet finalized, and one available spaces are primarily ited space. of the larger spaces remains smaller local—as opposed to national—businesses, which Continued on page 24 Two by-elections on the horizon By Christina Leadlay Canada press release from In the interim, Ottawa- Ottawa-Vanier is in an August 24, the earliest a Orleans Liberal MP Andrew unprecedented situation, with federal by-election could Leslie issued a letter to both its federal and provincial take place in Ottawa-Vanier Ottawa-Vanier constituents, seats now vacant since the is October 10, which is offering his support. “Until summer. highly unlikely since, as of such time as a new M.P. is Liberal MPP Madeleine September 25, no date had elected in a forthcoming by- Meilleur’s surprise resigna- been set. election (at a date to be deter- tion this past June triggered “The election must be held mined), as Chief Government a provincial by-election on a Monday,” reads the Whip, I will ensure that the approximately 18 months release. “Since the date of Ottawa-Vanier riding office sooner than expected. Then, the election must be at least continues to serve its con- on August 16, Liberal MP 36 days after the issue of stituents,” reads Leslie’s let- Mauril Bélanger died follow- the writ, the earliest that the ter, which can be found in this ing a heartbreakingly swift by-election in Ottawa–Vanier newspaper on page 4. battle with ALS, leaving our can be held is on October 10, As of press time, none of riding without a representa- 2016.” The government has the federal party associations tive at the federal level as until February 19, 2017 to have officially chosen their well. announce when the vote will candidates for the forthcoming take place. According to an Elections Continued on page 8 Page 2 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Junction Committee ends, but local issues still top of mind there are historical reasons experience to the board, and its agenda, will be announced for their separate existence. we are very pleased to wel- once the program of research But some residents, par- come him. just described comes to an ticularly new ones, find it Also, some residents had end. confusing to sort out their become concerned that the Meanwhile, preparations mandates. In response and idea of enhancing the exist- are underway to hold the Tim Plumptre in recognition generally of ing Fieldhouse in Stanley Annual General Meeting of NECA President the value of ensuring coor- Park and renaming it the NECA on Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. dination across these three “Community Junction” might at St. Bartholomew’s Church. associations, I’m pleased to involve large incursions into In collaboration with the City report that NECTAR presi- Stanley Park, and possibly of Ottawa, we will at the Over the summer—and what of programming issues. Also, dent Sean Flynn and Crichton other undesirable develop- same time also hold an infor- a glorious summer!—there’s NECA board members are Community Council presi- ments such as the introduc- mation session regarding the been a lot of email traffic conscious that our strategic dent Debra Conner have tion of commercial activities. CSST (Combined Sewage among leaders of our three plan is due for an update in recently agreed to join the While there was never any Storage Tunnel). This is a community associations 2017. This would also require NECA board as full members. intention to make changes very large-scale engineering as well as members of the some research. Both Sean and Debra already such as these, for some in project intended to prevent Junction Committee on the Here’s what has been decid- make considerable contribu- the community the name the discharge of untreated issue of programming in ed in the wake of these activi- tions to our community in “Junction” has come to have sewage into the Ottawa River. our community and, more ties and developments. leading the boards of their too many negative percep- It is a good cause, but it will recently, concerning the fall In previous community own associations, so taking tions attached to it, so the bring significant disruption to agenda of the New Edinburgh consultations, some residents on this new responsibility is a name has been dropped along Stanley Park, where the tun- Community Alliance have sometimes (quite rea- generous move on their part. with the Committee. nel will end. (NECA). sonably) queried why we The New Edinburgh web- In my last report, I men- NECA has already voiced As noted in my last column, have three separate associa- site (newedinburgh.ca), tioned that we planned to hold strong concerns to the city some community members tions (NECA, NECTAR and which NECA maintains, is another community forum through Councillor Tobi suggested that research need- CCC.) These associations being updated and will soon sometime after the summer. Nussbaum about noise, traf- ed to be done to allow resi- do not overlap—they have provide access to information We still expect to do this. fic, and safety issues associ- dents to have a full discussion quite separate missions, and and activities of each of the But first, the NECA board, in ated with CSST construction. three associations. This makes cooperation with NECTAR We encourage interested resi- it a gateway to the whole and the CCCs, is launching a dents to attend the session on NECA MEETINGS community, and is another series of initiatives designed Oct. 27 to learn more about All Welcome step to improving communi- to learn more about our com- this important but worrisome development. The NECA board meets nine times a cation with residents. Once munity, its demographics, On a final note, I wish to pay year, normally on the third Tuesday of the update is complete, we and our residents’ interests tribute to Patricia Begin for each month at 8:00 p.m.. No meetings expect to post the agendas of and priorities. These initia- her contribution to the NECA in July, August, or December. During upcoming NECA board meet- tives will be carried out large- board in recent years. Patricia October, NECA holds its annual gen- ings about a week in advance ly by volunteers—details are has stepped down due to new eral meeting (AGM) and a regular of each meeting. Minutes will currently being worked out. professional responsibilities board meeting. also be posted once they have Sometime in the next couple as well as important personal Meetings will be held at the NECTAR Centre, 255 been approved. of months, you may be invit- obligations. We understand MacKay Street. Meetings are open to all New Edinburgh Following consultation with ed to respond to an online sur- her decision, but we regret residents. Anyone wishing to make a presentation to the Junction Committee mem- vey, take part in a discussion her departure. Her sharp mind board should please contact Tim Plumptre in advance to bers, a decision was taken group, hold a conversation on and her general support to the arrange scheduling. Our next meetings are: in September to close the your doorstep with someone committee, for two reasons. else from our community, or board on a number of issues Tuesday, October 18, 8 p.m. One is that the composition contribute to this initiative in will be missed. Thank you, Tuesday, November 15, 8 p.m. of the NECA board is now other ways. Patricia, from all your col- leagues. Any changes to this schedule will be posted in advance on very similar to that of the The timing of the forum, and former Junction Committee, the New Edinburgh website, newedinburgh.ca. especially since it has been Call for nominations to Your NECA Representatives 2016-2017 enhanced by the addition of a new member, Joe Chouinard. Noor Ahmed Transportation & Safety Joe is a former member of the NECA’s Board 613-746-0354 [email protected] Junction Committee who has We have a great neighbour- Vanier Parkway extension. Sylvain Bélanger [email protected] a strong interest in Stanley Ted Bennett [email protected] hood, and it takes some care However, few of our Park in addition to other and attention to protect the achievements have come Roslyn Butler Secretary community-wide issues. He 613-746-8037 [email protected] quality of life that makes it easily, and all have taken the brings a rich background of so special. That’s where the time and effort of a number Joe Chouinard [email protected] personal and professional Debra Conner president, Crichton Community Council board of directors of the New of people. Consider whether [email protected] Edinburgh Community you can spare some time to Sean Flynn chair of NECTAR Alliance (NECA) comes in. get involved and join the [email protected] If you or someone you board. Jennifer Irwin Jackson Communications know wants to help us Nominations are open 613-862-8777 [email protected] address issues in our neigh- from now until the eve- Gail McEachern Heritage & Development bourhood or has great ideas ning of the Annual General [email protected] to improve it, we want to Meeting on Oct. 27 at 7 Cindy Parkanyi Treasurer hear from you. p.m., but we encourage nom- 613-745-8734 [email protected] NECA has been involved inations in advance, please. Tim Plumptre President Deadline in specific issues such as If you are interested, please 613-852-6557 [email protected] planning Beechwood devel- contact Tim Plumptre, for the next issue of the opment, working to get NECA president, at 613- Ex officio: New Edinburgh News Fieldhouse construction 852-6557 or timwp87@ Christina Leadlay New Edinburgh News approved and started, and gmail.com. 613-261-0442 [email protected] NOV 10 fighting construction of the October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 3 NEW EDINBURGH NEWS Letters to the Editor 255 MacKay Street, Ottawa, ON K1M 2B6 Accessible parking and sidewalk Publication dates: Oct. 1, Dec. 1, Feb. 1, April 1, June 1 upkeep get lost in traffic talk Deadlines: Sept. 10, Nov. 10, Jan. 10, March 10, May 10 In all the discussions regard- ing traffic calming, park- Publisher: New Edinburgh Community Alliance lets on Beechwood, making Beechwood more attractive Advisory Committee: to cyclists and pedestrians, Roslyn Butler Carolyn Brereton eliminating on-street park- Brian Gallant Jane Heintzman ing on Beechwood etc., (re: “Traffic issues evoke strong David Horley Gemma Kerr opinions, unclear priorities”, Cindy Parkanyi Dave Rostenne NEN June 2016) one group of residents seems to have been Jim Watson forgotten in the mix: persons with mobility issues. I am one Managing Editor Christina Leadlay of those. 78 Wurtemburg Having lived in New Photo by Louise Imbeault 613-261-0442 Edinburgh for the better part “It would be wonderful if we all could ride bicycles or walk to [email protected] of my 79 years, I know the Beechwood to do our shopping or other errands. Unfortunately, many of us cannot,” writes Eleanor Dunn area very well, and can hon- Associate Editor/ Senior Writer estly say there is a shortage of handicapped parking spots sidewalks did not get plowed The issues of sidewalk Jane Heintzman in and around the Beechwood until days after a snowfall. maintenance during the 613-741-0276 commercial area. There are Salt and grit are dumped by winter months and the gen- [email protected] two designated spots in the city sidewalk plow operators eral condition of sidewalks drugstore parking lot and in mounds at street corners, in New Edinburgh need to Advertising Manager Brian Gallant two in the Metro parking lot. not spread on the sidewalks be addressed by NECA and That’s it! where there’s an ice buildup. the Beechwood-Vanier BIA. [email protected] It would be wonderful if Frankly, the sidewalks were If you want people to walk we all could ride bicycles or better maintained in the win- in the neighbourhood, you Photographer/ Writer Louise Imbeault walk to Beechwood to do our ters of the 1940s when snow should ensure the sidewalks 613-741-3292 shopping or other errands. was cleared by a horse-drawn are in safe condition for walk- [email protected] Unfortunately, many of us plow rather than these dinky ing—12 months of the year! cannot—and it’s not neces- toys which pass for sidewalk Eleanor Bates Dunn, Production Manager Dave Rostenne sarily because of old age. plows these days. 7 The Mews Younger people can have Bookkeeper Marc d’Orgeville mobility issues, too: a sports injury or car accident, an inju- Distribution Manager Jonathan Blake ry on the job, or being struck by a speeding vehicle while [email protected] trying to cross Crichton Street Proofreaders Adrienne Blair to get to the dog park, etc. I have issues with being Philippa Wolff unable to park in front of a store on Beechwood. If I can- Submission Guidelines: Articles, photos and letters to the not park in front of Brown’s editor may be submitted to the editor. The editor reserves Cleaners, I will have to take the right to edit for length, content and legal considerations. my business to another loca- Submissions selected for publication will be published in tion—in the McArthur Plaza, both a hardcopy and an electronic version. Letters to the edi- perhaps, where there is park- tor must include the writer’s name, address and phone num- ing for persons with mobility issues. I drive to Trainyards, ber to be considered for publication. where there are handicapped The New Edinburgh News (NEN) was established as a non- parking spots in front of the profit community newspaper in 1976 and is published five stores. I drive to Costco, times a year by the New Edinburgh Community Alliance where handicapped parking is close to the entrance. (NECA) and supported by its advertisers. The New Edinburgh There is also a serious prob- News is distributed free of charge by volunteers to residents lem with the condition of the of New Edinburgh as well as to area schools, libraries and sidewalks in New Edinburgh. local businesses. Views expressed in the NEN are those of They are uneven and in some contributors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the places, the gap between one editorial staff, the publisher or the advertisers. section of sidewalk and the next can be as much as one The New Edinburgh News is also made available online at the inch. I’ve had the misfor- New Edinburgh community website: tune to trip and fall on the uneven sidewalk on Crichton www.newedinburgh.ca Street. That fall resulted in a broken nose, broken glasses and two black eyes. This past Printed in Smiths Falls by Performance Printing winter, sidewalk maintenance reached a new low. Some ISSN 0703-9042 Page 4 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Long-time Ottawa-Vanier MPP steps down By Christina Leadlay and involved here in Ottawa- and their goal of preserving Jane Heintzman Vanier. Her local legacies public space as a commu- The New Edinburgh News include her involvement in nity hub in New Edinburgh bids farewell and thank-you a new theatre building for after the closure of Crichton to our woman at Queen’s La Nouvelle Scène on King School.” Park, Madeleine Meilleur, Edward Avenue; her support As a teacher of students who stepped down from her for the Montfort Hospital who are blind or have low seat and Cabinet posts this (where she did her nursing vision, Ellen also worked with past June. After 13 years as training); and her advocacy Madeleine to help bring about Ottawa-Vanier’s Member for the study of a downtown province-wide early interven- of Provincial Parliament, tunnel for trucks instead of tion services for babies born Madeleine says she felt the an east-end bridge. A tire- with visual impairments. time was right to spend more less supporter of francophone “Madeleine facilitated a cru- time with her husband Marc rights, Madeleine is responsi- cial meeting with the Minister and their family. ble for establishing the office of Community and Youth “This was not an easy deci- of the French Language Services,” Ellen recalls, “and sion, but after 25 years I have Services Commissioner and her steady, considered and reached a point in my life for creating Franco-Ontarian compassionate tracking of where I would like to spend Day on Sept. 25. this initiative greatly assist- more time with my family Ellen Goodman, a long ed us in achieving our goal and be closer to home,” she time New Edinburgh resident of securing specialized sup- said in a press statement. “I and moving spirit behind port for infants diagnosed have always been so proud the CCCC (the precursor to with blindness or low vision, to represent the people of Photo by Louise Imbeault NECTAR), worked closely establishing a foundation for Ottawa-Vanier, the most car- After 13 years representing us at Queen’s Park, Liberal MPP with Madeleine for many success for their future.” ing, diverse and vibrant com- Madeleine Meilleur stepped down in June, citing the need to spend years, remembering her as But Madeleine is not about munity there is.” more time with family. “a true and effective poli- to disappear entirely. “I’ll try Madeleine’s announcement tician, and a stalwart com- to stay active in public life, came just days before a cabi- she was tapped by then- Attorney General and Minister munity supporter whose to take on a new role to serve net shuffle. She was one of Ontario Liberal leader Dalton Responsible for Francophone door, mind and heart were the people of Ottawa-Vanier two ministers to resign that McGuinty to run in Ottawa- Affairs. Her previous Cabinet always open to the concerns in a different way,” she told week. Vanier under his banner in portfolios include Minister of her constituents.” Ellen the Manor Park Chronicle in Born in a small town east 2003. She easily won her seat of Community Safety and recalls that when asked for the September 2016 edition. of Maniwaki, Que. in 1948, and was re-elected in 2007, Correctional Services, assistance in support of the We sincerely thank Madeleine studied as a nurse 2011 and 2014. Minister of Community and CCCC, “[Madeleine] stepped Madeleine Meilleur for her and lawyer before entering Madeleine has gone on to Social Services and Minister up, quickly grasped the issues steadfast support of the New politics. Following stints become one of Ontario’s most of Culture. and followed up with targeted Edinburgh News as both a as municipal councillor for accomplished francophone Despite her long hours in action. She demonstrated in regular contributor and adver- Vanier and later for Ottawa, politicians. Until her depar- Toronto, Madeleine has word and deed an unwaver- tiser, and we wish her all the ture, she was the province’s remained connected and ing commitment to the CCCC best in her future projects. Bélanger’s legacy will continue to inspire our community By Paul Moen Those fortunate enough to and varied achievements in to serve his constituents and groups, including engage- Our community, province have known Mauril and to service to his country. country with grace, dignity ment with Indigenous com- and nation recently celebrat- have had the opportunity to During his more than and authenticity until the very munities: these were the hall- ed the life and contributions attend the service in his hon- 20-year tenure, Mauril end, modernizing Canada’s marks of his 20-year career of the late Mauril Bélanger, our on August 27 heard the worked collaboratively with national anthem as his final as MP. His fight for French- an outstanding Member of eloquent tributes that poured Ottawa City Council on a act of courage. language rights and institu- Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier. forth, highlighting his many number of initiatives. At the Many in our community tions, and his commitment provincial level, he played knew Mauril, but some did to bilingualism and multicul- a critical role in leading the not. So it is fitting to recount turalism made him an effec- charge to keep the Montfort what it was about him that tive implementer of the Just Hospital open in the face of made Mauril Bélanger a true Society. a reluctant provincial gov- leader. Second, while Mauril’s ernment of the day, among First, Mauril was in many local contributions were a host of other joint federal- ways the embodiment of legion, he was also global provincial projects in part- Pierre Trudeau’s idea of the in his outlook. His bridge- nership with MPP Madeleine Just Society. His riding of building between Canada and Meilleur. Ottawa-Vanier contains such many African and Middle At the federal level, his a strikingly diverse cross-sec- Eastern countries, through many and historic accom- tion of constituents of differ- the years in his capacity as a plishments were those that set ent socioeconomic, cultural Parliamentarian, were efforts him out as eminently quali- and other backgrounds that that didn’t necessarily grab fied to serve as the Speaker of it almost represents a micro- headlines, but did much to the House of Commons—an cosm of Canada. In so well build Canada’s reputation as opportunity that was tragi- representing the interests a force for pluralism and glo- cally snuffed out by the onset of his constituents, Mauril balism. of amyotrophic lateral scle- was able to strike a balance Third, it was Mauril’s rosis (ALS). And yet, his between the competing val- humility and authenticity in forbearance and determina- ues of liberty, equality and his leadership style that won tion—both mental and physi- community. the hearts and minds of his cal—fuelled his commitment Supporting local business- legion of followers. I was to press on. He continued es, championing grassroots always personally struck by October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 5 Mauril Belanger (1955–2016): successful politician and a fine human being By Paul McConnell all-party support for recog- Mauril Bélanger represented nizing Beechwood Cemetery the people of New Edinburgh as the National Cemetery of as Member of Parliament Canada. He promoted numer- for an impressive 21 years, ous infrastructure projects until his death on August 16, in this riding, including the 2016. He was first elected in Shaw Centre and expansion 1995 and won every election of the Canada Aviation and since. That is eight succes- Space Museum. sive victories, most recently Other causes were on a in November 2015, when he smaller scale but still much won almost 60 per cent of appreciated, such as fund- votes in the riding of Ottawa- raising for the local Royal Vanier. Note that, although Canadian Legion, support- the people of New Edinburgh ing a scholarship fund at saw a lot of Mauril and felt the University of Ottawa for well-served by him as our Canadian students of Haitian MP, his constituency cov- origin, and serving as United ered the equivalent of three Way ambassador. No doubt Ottawa City wards: Rideau- we all know of many times Rockcliffe, Rideau-Vanier where Mauril lent his person- and Beacon Hill-Cyrville, al support, often unsung, at stretching from Green’s all manner of local occasions Creek in the east to the Rideau and events. Canal downtown. Everyone speaks well Mauril was born June 15, of Mauril. He was a 1955 in the small logging bridge-builder. Respected. town of Mattawa, Ont., some Photo by the Ottawa Citizen Respectful. Decent. 300 kilometres up the val- Longtime Ottawa-Vanier MP Mauril Bélanger, pictured wearing his New Edinburgh tartan scarf, died Courageous. Intelligent. ley from New Edinburgh. He August 16 after a short battle with ALS. Hard-working. Open-minded. graduated from the University Fair. Principled. This is a of Ottawa in 1977 with a for Official Languages, Commons. But he was pre- file local issues that Mauril remarkable testament to a Bachelor of Arts degree. In Minister for Democratic vented from pursuing this championed so effectively. successful politician and a the early 1980s he was an Reform, Associate Minister opportunity after being diag- He fought against the clo- fine human being. assistant to then-Minister of of National Defence, and nosed with amyotrophic lat- sure of the Montfort Hospital, New Edinburgh and Canada Transport, Jean-Luc Pépin. Minister for Internal Trade. eral sclerosis, also known as the only francophone hospital have lost a truly honourable Later in the 1980s he worked He was a defender of national ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease. in Ontario. He opposed the public servant. as a registered investment unity and a strong advocate Nevertheless, on March 9, Kettle Island Bridge, which Paul McConnell has advisor. In the early 1990s, for an inclusive and equi- 2016, Mauril was able to would have solved one set lived on River Lane since Mauril served as Chief of Staff table society. Although well serve as Honourary Speaker of problems only by trans- 1981. He is retired from the to the Chair of the Regional known for supporting linguis- for one truly memorable day. ferring them elsewhere. He International Development Council of Ottawa-Carleton, tic rights, his efforts were not Perhaps his most conspicuous secured financial support and Research Centre, has served Peter Clark. Then, after limited to this cause. Mauril parliamentary success came expansion of the Wabano on the NECA Board, and is a incumbent Liberal MP Jean was a respected supporter of in June of this year when the Centre for Aboriginal Health former chair of the Heritage Robert Gauthier was appoint- the Muslim community and House of Commons passed on Montreal Road. He gained and Development Committee. ed to the Senate, Mauril won of Arab Canadians, for exam- his private Member’s bill to a by-election February 13, ple. He also worked on many make the English lyrics of 1995 to become the Liberal special projects, including as O Canada more inclusive, Member of Parliament for champion of the co-opera- replacing the phrase “in all Ottawa-Vanier. tive movement in Canada, thy sons’ command” with We think of Mauril as and as co-founder of the “in all of us command.” If our local MP, but he was a Canada-Africa Parliamentary this bill passes the Senate much-respected parliamen- Association. and becomes law, it will be tarian with a national pro- Following his re-election another valuable legacy from file. He was first appointed last year, Mauril was con- a remarkable man. to cabinet by Paul Martin in sidered the frontrunner for Closer to home, many 2003 and held several port- the prestigious position of of us are familiar with the folios including Minister Speaker of the House of extensive range of high-pro- Continued from page 4 granted and always went that gy, tenacity and steadfastness how he inevitably corrected extra mile to make that addi- are but a few qualities that made her and Mauril’s jour- people who prefaced their tional phone call, shake that other hand, or knock on one ney so inspiring. So as we questions to him with refer- remember Mauril Bélanger ence to his riding. For Mauril, more door. If there is one lesson to draw and celebrate his achieve- it was never his riding. It ments in public life, let us was always the riding of the from Mauril’s life, it is that he was always a team player, also honour his commitment people of Ottawa-Vanier. to true team leadership that And in response to those alongside his campaign teams through the years, the Hill both he and Catherine so self- that claimed he had nothing to lessly offered to all of us as a worry about because Ottawa- staff, his local constituency office staff, and his army of model to live by—in politics Vanier was the safest riding and in life. in the country, his response volunteers. Paul Moen is a long-time was always “There is no such But above all, it was his New Edinburgh resident and partnership with his wife thing as a safe riding.” Mauril a principal at Earnscliffe Catherine that made it all Strategy Group. took absolutely nothing for possible. 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Tobi Nussbaum City Councillor, Ward 13

Beechwood Avenue is an the more than 200 partici- important artery that joins pants who attended the two many communities together. public consultations held. With this in mind, the City of You will notice new lines Ottawa is turning Beechwood on Beechwood between Avenue into a complete street, Charlevoix/Springfield and Phase 1 of Beechwood’s traffic makeover includes cycle lanes, alternate-side parking, and consolida- with safer options for all Putman/Marier. The new tion of bus stop locations. modes of transportation. This configuration will include is the first step towards mak- bicycle lanes, alternate-side in spring of 2017 by con- The purpose of the pro- into the river during heavy ing the street a safer, more parking, and changes to and struction to portions of the gram is to transform full- rainfalls. thriving main-street and an consolidation of bus stop curb in the section between time parking spaces on main Construction is starting inviting corridor that accom- locations. This first phase of the Vanier Parkway/Crichton streets into spaces for peo- in the downtown core this modates all road users. These Beechwood’s transportation and Charlevoix/Springfield. ple to rest, sit or gather, and fall. Stanley Park will not be were priorities identified by makeover will be followed View the plans at Ottawa.ca/ to enliven our main streets affected until next summer: a BeechwoodAvenue. with greater vibrancy and a portal will be created in the Beechwood parklet pedestrian focus. Find more park where excavated mate- information on my website: rial will be extracted from Also on Beechwood, many TobiNussbaum.ca. The par- the tunnel. Unfortunately, this residents have noticed the klet will be removed at the work will significantly dis- new parklet on the north end of the pilot period in rupt use of the park. I have side east of Springfield, near fall 2016 and city staff will been working with City staff Arturo’s restaurant. This pub- provide a report on the pilot for a number of months to lic space is part of the city- program to the Transportation find ways to reduce the dis- wide Streetside Spot pilot Committee—the report is ruption, ensure safety, estab- program and an initiative of expected by the end of the lish pathway detours and the Quartier Vanier Business year. minimize the noise caused by Improvement Association. Combined Sewer Storage truck movements. Tunnel (CSST) You are invited to hear more about the CSST project at @newednews The final and most significant a public information session project of the Ottawa River with city staff to be held fol- Action Plan is getting under- lowing the New Edinburgh way. The construction of the Community Association Combined Sewer Storage Annual General Meeting. Tunnel (CSST) under the downtown will improve the When: October 27, 7–9p.m. health of the Ottawa River Where: St. Bartholomew’s by significantly reducing the Church, 125 MacKay number of sewage overflows Street October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 7 District staff recommends Rideau HS close Sept 2017 Immersion and more options the public process. As of Review Committee Meeting for university-bound cours- this writing, the first of two Dec. 6: Accommodation es. District staff state that public meetings will be Nov. Review Committee Meeting redirecting the students from 1, 2016. The second will be Jan. 11: Second Public Rideau’s catchment area to Jan. 11, 2017. Final decision Meeting for Eastern Area Gloucester will enable the by the Board of Trustees is Review Chris Ellis School Board to provide stu- slated for March 7, 2017. The Jan. 27: Final staff report is Public School Trustee, Zone 6 dents with French Immersion Key Consultation Timeline is published and a greater range of course as follows: Feb. 15: Board of Trustees options in their new home Sept. 7: Staff report presented consider final staff report school (Gloucester). to Committee of the Whole for Eastern Secondary Area District staff of the Ottawa- program offerings; I have been raising the ques- Sept. 13: Board approval of (Committee of the Whole) Carleton District School • the alignment of programs tion of whether, if Rideau consultation plan March 7: Board Meeting Board are recommending to the secondary school closes, Lisgar CI should be Sept. 14: Notification to – final decision for Eastern Rideau High School be closed program framework; considered for redirection of Municipalities, Ministry Secondary Area and students from its Grade • enriched breadth of pro- at least some of the catch- Sept. 15: Thoughtexchange Zone meetings 9–12 catchment area be redi- gram offerings to support ment’s students as, possibly, Share Phase Launches (online Trustee Zone meetings are rected to Gloucester High student achievement; more of a community school consultation: opportunity for an opportunity to ask me School effective September • enhanced learning environ- for their neighbourhoods than comments) questions and provide input 2017. The recommendation is ment for students; Gloucester HS is. Students Oct. 2: Thoughtexchange on Board and Zone 6 school part of the Eastern Secondary • more equitable access to in the Rockcliffe/New Share Phase Closes issues and are open to every- Area Pupil Accommodation programs of choice in a Edinburgh neighbourhoods Oct. 17: Thoughtexchange one. It is important for me to Review, launched Sept. 7 robust facility; already go to Lisgar and Star Phase Launches (online hear from my constituents! when staff presented their • better consolidation of sup- other areas of Rideau’s catch- consultation: opportunity to Oct. 15 – 9–11 a.m. at analysis and recommenda- port services for students; ment are as close or closer “like” specific feedback) Hillcrest HS tions in a report to trustees at and to Lisgar. Or, if Lisgar is too Oct. 20: Formation of ini- Nov. 12 – 9–11 a.m. at Committee of the Whole. • the optimization of avail- full to accept new students, tial Accommodation Review Rideau HS The schools involved in able resources. should consideration be given Committee (includes repre- Chris Ellis is the Trustee for this review are Rideau HS, The rationale for clos- to redirecting Rockcliffe/ sentatives of affected schools) Zone 6 Alta Vista and Rideau- Gloucester HS and Colonel ing Rideau is its low enrol- New Edinburgh students to Nov. 1: First Public Meeting Rockcliffe, Ottawa-Carleton By SS. The staff report indi- ment, which is due in part Gloucester HS as well? for Eastern Area Review District School Board. cates that the proposed chang- to the number of students in Nov. 6: Thoughtexchange Consultation Contact him at 613-818-7350 es are intended to support: its catchment who transfer Star Phase Closes or www.SchoolZone6.org. • more equitable access to to schools offering French It is critical for you, the com- Nov. 9: Accommodation munity, to get involved in Page 8 New Edinburgh News October 2016 A great summer at the Fieldhouse By Debra Conner, magic tricks. We wish Gabe input. Crichton Community all the best for the upcom- The New Edinburgh Garage Council ing year! The CCC would Sale was held September 17. We’re pleased to announce also like to acknowledge the As one of the CCC’s major that the Crichton Community generous financial support fundraisers, this event helps Council won best cheering from the Canada Summer Job make possible such CCC station during the Tamarack Program that has funded our events as the New Year’s Ottawa Race Weekend back summer students for six years Day brunch and winter car- in May. Kudos to Sylvain running. nival, the Marathon Cheering Bélanger and his volun- The playground improve- Station, Hockey Day and the tion at the CCC mailbox at for rental up until the start of teer crew—it was a terrific ment project design phase Halloween Howl. Garage the Fieldhouse at 193 Stanley the skating season. Contact us event. Sylvain also outdid is underway. CCC members Sale funds also to go towards Avenue. at [email protected] himself as MC, tracking par- are working with the City of maintaining our rinks main- Our next event is the to reserve the facility for your ticular runners and cheering Ottawa to design an acces- tenance and improving our Halloween Howl on October event. The CCC is always them by name as they ran sible park that will better uti- playground. Sellers were 29, from 3–5p.m. at the looking for new members. past. This year, the event lize our beautiful space and requested to donate 20 per Fieldhouse. Aimed at chil- Meetings are held the sec- extended into the afternoon update the aging structures. cent of their revenues: a dren up to seven years old, ond Monday of each month to include a barbecue pic- Community consultation will grateful thank-you to those this event includes a parade (except July and August). nic, complete with games and begin the fall: please see our that have donated already. If and fun, themed games and Come out and become more a bouncy castle: thanks to Facebook page for updates you have not yet done so, you crafts. involved in your community! Roxie Clark for organizing! on how you can provide your can be drop off your dona- The Fieldhouse is available We were impressed to see such a great turnout of neigh- bours and families who came to cheer and enjoy the pic- nic and games—and appar- ently, so were the judges. Our prize will be reinvested in Fieldhouse activities and New Edinburgh Park play- ground structure upgrades. Once again this year, we were able to hire a student to run children’s activities out of the Fieldhouse over the sum- mer. The CCC would like to thank this year’s Fieldhouse manager Gabe Roberge. Gabe impressed us all with his positive, easy-going attitude, fun activities and awesome The New Edinburgh Garage Sale is one of the Crichton Community Council’s major fundraisers. Photos by Debra Conner Lawyer, is also reported to No dates have yet been set for either by-election be considering a run for the Liberal nomination. Continued from page 1 the government is held to do said he’d like to focus on his election candidates, as of late On Sept. 24, former Ontario by-election. But that hasn’t what it said it would do, and family life in Ottawa in the September. Ombudsman André Marin stopped speculation as to who that’s important to the people near future. At the provincial level, announced his intention to might put their name forth for of Ottawa-Vanier,” Taman Other names being floated Ontario Premier Kathleen run for the PC nomination consideration. says. for the Liberal nomination run Wynne has until December in Ottawa-Vanier. According Emilie Taman, who ran for Catherine Fortin LeFaivre, include Lowertown commu- 2016 to call a by-election for to the Ottawa Citizen, Marin the NDP in last fall’s federal who ran unsuccessfully for nity activist Nicolas Moyer; Ottawa-Vanier. lives in south Nepean, but election, is reported to be seri- Ottawa City Council in 2014, strategic communications Some local hopefuls have he says his years teaching ously contemplating another is reported to be considering consultant Mona Fortier; for- spent their summer organiz- at the University of Ottawa bid for Ottawa-Vanier. A law- a run for the Liberal nomi- mer MP and ex-Liberal staff- ing for the upcoming by-elec- (located in Ottawa-Vanier) yer by training, Taman told nation. She could potential- er Francis LeBlanc; as well tion. As of press time, we can give him a strong connection. the CBC on September 1 that ly be up against her former as Mauril’s widow, Catherine tell you about some of the This announcement changed another run would be “taking rival: current City Councillor Bélanger, according to the prospective candidates. the plans of UOttawa edu- care of unfinished business.” Mathieu Fleury has closed September 26 issue of the The only confirmed candi- cation professor Cameron “In the context of the very the door to running provin- Hill Times. date is the New Democratic Montgomery, who on Sept. large number of promises cially for the Liberals, but not The federal Conservative Party’s Claude Bisson, who 13 had declared his inten- to the possibility of a federal riding association has yet to was officially chosen in tion to seek the PC nomina- this government has made, tion, but has now decided to it’s particularly important that bid. Fleury has reportedly hold its nomination for by- August. Neither the Ontario Liberals and the opposition switch to challenging Liberal Progressive Conservatives cabinet minister Marie- have yet to call for nomina- France Lalonde in Orléans tions to select their respective in the next provincial general candidates. election instead, the Ottawa Citizen reports on Sept. 25. Currently a Dean of Law Once dates for both the at the University of Ottawa, federal and provincial by- Nathalie Des Rosiers has elections are announced, New put her name forward for Edinburgh News will bring the Ontario Liberals. Lucille readers full coverage of the Collard, a School Trustee and candidates and voting details Federal Court of Appeal Staff in future issues. October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 9 City launches Community Association Liaisons program community groups through • use the CAL representative have essentially been shut out the application review pro- as a resource in the plan- of the process, until most or cess, and will provide infor- ning process all of the details have been mation on the overall plan- • provide feedback firmed up. This has result- ning process. CALs will also • participate in the evalua- ed in the community having facilitate feedback from com- tion process only an opportunity to review munity associations to the • contribute to the positive and comment on the appli- department. Their job will be continuation of the pro- cation as an “afterthought.” to: gram This system has often created • act as a point of contact This is a good news event, a confrontational relationship By Gail McEachern, tion between community for community association and we congratulate the between the community and Chair of the Heritage and leaders and the staff within leaders city for initiating this pro- the city—not helpful to either Development Committee the Planning, Infrastructure • understand the communi- gram. For too long, the New side. We welcome the oppor- The Community Association and Economic Development ty’s priorities and issues Edinburgh community (and tunity to work with the city Liaisons (CAL) program Department around impor- • communicate with CAL many others, as well) has using this new approach. is a new component of the tant topics and concepts in team members and internal struggled and has been fre- Editor’s Note: The NECA Engagement 360º initia- the planning process. Twelve departments quently frustrated in attempts Board has appointed Gail tive within the City of staff members, including pro- • prepare for and set up to obtain information about a McEachern to be New Ottawa’s Development fessional planners, engineers meetings as needed proposed development appli- Edinburgh’s representative to Review Services branch of and program managers, have • identify opportunities to cation in its early stages. We the CAL Program. the Planning, Infrastructure volunteered to act as CALs in help improve internal pro- and Economic Development addition to their daily profes- cesses Department. The program sional responsibilities. Each • develop and maintain posi- is intended to improve pub- Community Association tive relations with stake- lic engagement and out- Liaison will be assigned one holders reach related to the devel- or two wards and will act The role of the community opment application review as a resource for all regis- association will be to: process. The program aims tered community associations • identify one community to strengthen communica- within the specified ward. association member as the The CALs will help guide main point of contact

Sketch by Martha Markowski A pen and ink sketch of the old stone house on the corner of Stanley Avenue and Union Street. Page 10 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Burgh Business Briefs - By Jane Heintzman and Elizabeth Gray-Smith -

Locals ‘addicted’ to new in the middle of the ‘hood,” Union Street Kitchen Café says Paul, another regular. Each morning at 7 a.m.at the Whether you’re looking to corner of Union and Crichton eat in or grab some take-out, Streets, Christine Garand you’ll be hard pressed to find open the blinds to let the light the café closed. The door is flow through the windows open seven days a week, 12 and unlocks the door to let the hours a day during week- neighbours in. Since quietly days and nine hours a day on launching this summer, the weekends. Union Street Kitchen Café “I’ve never worked harder, has quickly become a magnet but have never been happier,” for hungry, sociable locals. says Christine as she waves Christine welcomes a con- at Anna, 12, a neighbour that tinuous flow of folks from drops in on her way home New Edinburgh and beyond, from school. greeting them in English and I ask Anna what draws her French, already on a first- to the Union Street Kitchen name basis with many of her Café. “Christine is just so regulars. Maybe it’s the fresh- friendly,” she says. Photo courtesy Ottawa Foodie Girlz baked chocolatines, or the Follow the Union (from left) City Councillor Mathieu Fleury, Chef Bryan Marcus Raja, Chef Warren Sutherland, Street Kitchen Café and Ottawa Foodie Girlz’s Judy Hum-Delaney, Chef Resa Solomon-St. Lewis and the Unrefined Olive’s homemade hazelnut spread, Elizabeth Kilvert at the Beechwood Market’s Cook-Off Aug. 13. or maybe the paninis with Christine’s loyal and growing melted brie, pesto and pear clientele on facebook.com/ Sutherland restaurant to annual Cook-Off. The friend- Hum-Delaney, evaluated that keep people coming back unionstreetkitchencafe and open in October ly battle took place at the the three creations based on for more. Christine serves up Twitter @on_unionstreet. Despite predictable construc- Market on a rainy August 13, four criteria: execution (craft, EGS tion delays over the sum- when Warren entered the fray technique and attitude); for- mer, as of press time, Chef with Chef Marcus Raja, a mulation (ingredients, recipe, Warren Sutherland was Cordon Bleu-trained profes- adherence to the rules); inter- confident that his much- sional with international expe- pretation (style, creativity) anticipated new restaurant rience, and last year’s cham- and, of course, taste. While Sutherland will be ready to pion, Chef Resa Solomon- it was reportedly a very close open its doors by October 10 St. Lewis of Baccanalle. contest, Warren’s dish (a tasty at the latest. Warren confesses Competitors had to create a tortilla with a warm corn that the menu at Sutherland vegetarian dish using up to salsa, topped with a perfectly is still a work in progress, three items from their own poached egg seasoned with evolving steadily in response pantries, plus fresh fare from salsa verde) emerged the win- to seasonal factors, food the Beechwood Market and a ner. trends and the current offer- bottle of olive oil, courtesy of So keep your eyes peeled as ings of competitors in the the Unrefined Olive. you pass The Kavanaugh in upscale restaurant market. The panel of judges, includ- the coming days, and be sure Warren’s stellar reputation ing Rideau-Vanier Councillor to drop in to welcome Warren as a local chef was under- Mathieu Fleury, owner of the and his team and try out the scored this summer when he Unrefined Olive Elizabeth ‘hood’s newest gourmet eat- emerged victorious in the Kilvert, and founder of the ery. JH Photo by Louise Imbeault Beechwood Market’s third Ottawa Foodie Girlz Judy Since quietly launching this summer, the Union Street Kitchen Café has quickly become a magnet for locals.

something for every taste. Craftsman finds his niche Mark, a coffee drinker from Skilled craftsman Brian Crichton Street, has made Driver is the third generation the café a regular stop in in a family of carpenters and his daily routine. “It’s been a joiners, beginning his appren- long time coming,” he says. ticeship in the trade as a “I’m addicted to the place.” young boy, working with his After only a few weeks, father in his native Ireland. In Christine has learned her cus- 2012, Brian brought his finely tomers’ top menu requests. honed skills in European car- “They come for the break- pentry techniques to Canada, fast sandwiches, the avo- settling in Ottawa where he toast and the soup,” she says. soon launched his own busi- “The kids...they come for the ness, Heritage Carpentry and mega cookies, but really, I Joinery Company Inc. While think they all come for the the company offers complete vibe.” She’s right. The New renovation and contracting Edinburgh News caught up services, Brian’s specialty with some neighbours pop- and passionate interest is ping in just to mingle with restoring historic buildings. others in the community. New Edinburgh has among “It’s a hub of activity. Right October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 11 hand at the restaurant busi- of their Beechwood clients, is personal training specialist ness, long-time Bread and along with a new contingent Andrew Culham. Andrew Roses associate Candice attracted by the barrier-free, has a background in competi- Pouliotte (a familiar face street-level access, and by tive rowing and is an enthusi- from Beechwood) took over PTI’s succession of new pro- ast in a wide range of sports as manager. She is busily grams and services. from cycling to cross-country working with owner Chris PTI is a well-established, skiing, ultimate Frisbee and Green to introduce new prod- full-service clinic offering calisthenics. If you’re eager ucts, new branding, a fresh physiotherapy, massage ther- to keep—or get—fit but are logo and an increased empha- apy, personal training, Pilates, feeling the budgetary pinch sis on café-style service at the yoga and, most recently, this fall, all three trainers are bakery. Plans include a larg- osteopathic treatments pro- offering half-price sessions if er menu of in-house meals, vided by experienced osteo- you double up with a second including more vegetarian pathic manual practitioner client for your workout. Pam options and side dishes, and Robert Black. Robert uses a notes that this can actually ultimately, a full weekend variety of different treatment have positive benefits: you brunch menu. Candice also methods to address align- still get plenty of personal Photo by Brian Driver hopes to diversify expand ment and mobility problems, attention throughout your Brian Driver retains control over the quality of his craftsmanship. their array of products from including: exercise routine, but you have other local businesses. • reflexology the camaraderie and inspira- See samples of Heritage its many charms a wealth of The bakery has long • cranio-sacral and massage tion of a partner working and Carpentry’s fine work at heritage homes, so Brian is in been active on Facebook therapy sweating alongside you. heritagecarpentrycompany. his element in our community and recently launched • Mitzvah Technique, a Other recent additions to the com. Reach Brian at 613- where he has had half a dozen a terrific website: corrective postural and PTI team include yoga prac- 408-4287 or brian@ projects on the go this year. breadandrosesbakery.ca. The movement system with titioner Emily Tobin (a long- heritagecarpentrycompany. While Heritage Carpentry site is a work in progress, but roots in the Alexander and time ‘Burgh resident and com. JH has tackled projects through- the ultimate objective is to Feldenkrais traditions former regular contributor to out the Ottawa Valley, Lanark • posturology, a therapy the NEN during her years in County, Eastern Renfrew and using various corrective Botswana), and Laura Goyos even the Greater Toronto aids to restore the postural who offers early-bird Zumba area, the bulk of their work system to its normal state classes at 6 a.m. and hopes to is here in Ottawa, includ- • somatotherapy, designed to add an evening session this ing a number of jobs for the realign joints, relieve pain fall. Skilled massage therapist National Capital Commission and improve movement Melanie Giroux-Cook has and restoration work on and flexibility returned to PTI after a hon- the Courtyard Restaurant Over the summer, Robert eymoon sabbatical. Melanie on Sussex Drive. About 80 conducted a series of popular has a wide-ranging clinical per cent of the company’s posture classes which attract- background in areas ranging work is in historic restora- ed clients from thirtysome- from high-risk obstetrics to tion. Brian’s overriding aim things to seniors, so if you palliative care, neurology, in these projects is to repli- feel the need for assistance geriatric care and post-game cate the intricate carpentry in this department, call PTI or post-marathon massage for of earlier generations and to at 613-740-0380 to sign up athletes. maintain the character and for a class or book a private PTI founder and owner Pam charm of an older building, session. Classes do sound like Siekierski is the heart of the while also making use of the Photo by Louise Imbeault fun, as Robert reportedly uses enterprise and the anchor of latest advances in green tech- Bread and Roses manager Candice Pouliotte and owner Chris Green. a variety of intriguing props the clinic’s physiotherapy nology to improve its energy such as pool noodles to help team. Coming this fall, Pam efficiency and sustainability. allow clients to pre-order for clients straighten up. plans to reserve one morn- Heritage Carpentry’s ser- New logo and website com- ing for bakery parties and special occasions A recent addition to PTI’s ing and one evening each vices range from custom line up of veteran personal week exclusively for clients Since moving to 323 St. such as Christmas and Easter, cabinetry and shelving to trainers Eduardo Avila and with chronic back and neck Laurent Boulevard three when the race to stock up doors, gates, stairs, porches, on seasonal specialties such Pilates expert Stuart Maskell railings, windows, kitchens, years ago, Bread and Roses Continued on page 12 Bakery has put down roots in as hot cross buns, savoury family rooms, basement ren- pies or Christmas cookies ovations and even custom the Manor Park community, and has steadily built a local can be highly competitive. pieces of furniture. Over the Customers can also submit winter, Brian takes on interior clientele of regulars, many of whom drop in frequently to requests and suggestions for jobs such as bookshelves and new products they’d like to cabinets. He currently works enjoy a sandwich or coffee at one of the welcoming tables see added, so if you have a with only one assistant, as special hankering, be sure to the nature of his “niche busi- in the sunny front windows. While the bill of fare still visit the website and make ness” requires tight control your pitch. JH over the quality of his com- includes many staples from pany’s craftsmanship—a its Beechwood days—nota- Three new things at PTI hands-on approach has been bly its mouth-watering mocha Exactly a year ago, we report- his guiding principle. Most brownies and peanut butter ed on the relocation of the of his business is based on Nanaimo bars—the bakery Physical Therapy Institute word-of-mouth recommen- has expanded its repertoire to (PTI) from its original home dations (including his first offer specialty baguettes, its above the pharmacy at 350 job restoring a porch here hugely popular ciabatta bread Crichton St. to a new, cus- in the ‘Burgh). In fact, the (featured in such other loca- tom-designed facility at 268 NEN first learned of his skills tions as Epicuria), fresh flat- Durocher St. just off the from MacKay Street resi- bread sandwiches and spicy Vanier Parkway near Montreal dent Katherine Arkay, who samosas. Road. In the intervening year, speaks lyrically of his work In early September, when owner and physiotherapist on her marvellous Victorian former store manager Sean Pam Siekierski and her team house. Giroux moved on to try his have continued to serve many Page 12 New Edinburgh News October 2016 more than 20 years. This fall Lynne is offering class- es at 35 Beechwood (New Edinburgh Square), 3rd Floor, on Wednesdays from 4–5 p.m. and 6–7 p.m. start- ing Sept. 21 until December. Lynne will also hold sessions at the Rockcliffe Community Centre on Mondays from 11am–12 p.m.. Classes are open to all comers regard- less of experience. You can participate drop-in basis or call Lynne to sign up for the fall series at 819-459-2574. Lynne notes that there are a thousand different lessons in her toolkit, so you’ll learn something new each session! In Lynne’s experience, most us fall into increasingly restricted habits of move- The Physical Therapy Institute (PTI) team in their new clinic. Photo courtesy PTI ment over time, like ruts in Continued from page 11 of treatment for many of the tives. Drop by and meet Pam, developed early in the last the road that prevent us from expanding our boundaries problems, providing effective pains afflicting older folks, Karen and the team: it’s just century by Moshe Feldenkrais and frequently result in aches, treatment protocols in time- a conviction borne out by a five-minute drive down the with the aim of restoring pains or impaired mobil- saving half-hour sessions. her own experience treating Vanier Parkway and there’s impaired brain-body con- ity. She teaches her clients to Pam is an ardent crusad- many elderly clients. Among always ample on-street park- nections and improving both “relearn the ABCs of move- er for improved healthcare the PTI services specially ing. JH body movements and psycho- ment.” While many actors, for seniors to maintain their tailored to meet the needs logical wellbeing. The disci- Feldenkrais classes now in dancers and athletes turn to mobility, increase their fit- of seniors are physiotherapy pline is essentially a system New Edinburgh Feldenkrais to enhance their ness, nutritional health and sessions focused on improv- of correcting harmful or inef- Are you among the multi- performance in their special- overall wellbeing, to reduce ing balance, an all-important ficient habits of movement. tudes that have tried every ized areas of expertise, Lynne their dependence on prescrip- aspect of daily living, which Practitioners focus on teach- new therapeutic “-ology” or believes we should all equip tion drugs, and in general, erodes with age and can lead ing clients new, more effi- fitness regime to relieve a ourselves to walk comfort- support their efforts to live to debilitating accidents and cient patterns through slow, nagging pain, limber up stiff ably throughout our lives— independently. She is ada- injuries. repetitive and gentle motions. joints or muscles, lower your much of her teaching is aimed mant that physical therapy Essentially, the clinic is a The therapy is geared to stress levels or simply boost at retraining us for that pur- rather than heavy-duty nar- one-stop shop for all your relieving chronic aches, pains your overall wellbeing? Or pose. cotics should be the first line aches, pains and fitness objec- and stiffness. But it can also perhaps you eschew the “no improve performance in pos- For more information, visit pain, no gain” philosophy ture, walking, sports, danc- lynnebedbrook.com, email and cringe at the thought of ing, yoga and meditation, [email protected] exhausting, sweaty work- and foster an overall sense of or call 819-459-2574. JH outs, painful stretches, ago- serenity and wellbeing. Books on Beechwood Book nizing joint “corrections” or Local Feldenkrais practitio- Club resumes impossible yoga contortions. ner Lynne Bedbrook, a pro- Our local bookstore is hop- Nodding your head? Then fessional textile artist who Lynne Bedbrook believes ping this fall, with the return lives and works on a farm in of the popular Books on Feldenkrais may be the dis- Wakefield, Que., has taught cipline for you. Beechwood Book Club, Feldenkrais: Awareness three lively sessions of The Feldenkrais Method is through Movement for gentle type of physiotherapy Titles@Table40 and several October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 13 ders and language acquisi- tion impairment. Current esti- mates suggest that as many as one in five children are afflicted with dyslexia alone, so Philip has undoubtedly had no shortage of clients for his services since he launched his private practice in 1992. Thankfully, in the space of a generation, the understanding of and sensitivity to learn- ing disabilities has increased substantially to the point that the painful frustrations and perceived failures of students suffering from these condi- tions can now be diagnosed and addressed before real Photo by Adrien Duey Photo courtesy of André Cloutier, The Clarkstown Kitchen damage is done. Philip was Clarkstown manager Manuel Bettencourt. Lynne Bedbrook offers Feldenkrais classes in New Edinburgh. inspired by his own personal in-store events featuring sign- 5:30p.m.—tickets are avail- experience with dyslexia. His alongside a $5 cocktail or formidable, so being able to ings by local authors. able at Books on Beechwood. life was turned around by glass of wine. depend on Manuel’s capable Once again, the Books In early October, book- early enrolment in a private Up the street at The support has been a godsend— on Beechwood Book Club lovers can look forward to school focused on special- Clarkstown Kitchen, André all the more now that André is will offer two sessions each three in-store signing events ized teaching for learning- continues to emphasize a new father! Baby Avianna month to accommodate the at B on B. On October 6, impaired students. He went affordability, introducing a is reportedly thriving—she many interested partici- from 5–7 p.m., Margaret on to apply his skills to help special three-course offering made her debut at both res- pants. The first session, led Southall will launch her new others facing the same chal- for $30, which includes any taurants this summer, in part by Antoinette Fracassi, will work A Jacketing Concern. lenges. He provides in-home appetizer, any gourmet sau- André confesses, because he take place on the second On Oct. 8, from 1-4 p.m. services throughout the urban sage dish and any dessert on and wife Marla have been Wednesday of the month at author Elie Nasrallah will and rural Ottawa area, draw- the menu. The $30 trio was too exhausted to cook! JH 7:30p.m. in the Second Floor be signing his latest publica- ing as much as possible on reportedly a huge success this Online coaching at Lounge at New Edinburgh tions, None of the Above and classroom content so students summer, with guests return- Evertrain Square (35 Beechwood). Hostage to History. And on can apply their lessons direct- ing for repeat visits and bring- Jill Moll will lead a second Oct. 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., ly to school assignments. ing along groups of friends. Evertrain’s André St. Amour session at the same hour on Mike Martin will launch his We’ll bring you more infor- Wednesday evenings at reports that, in response to the last Wednesday of the newest Sergeant Windflower mation about Meadowlark Clarkstown also feature $20 local demand, he and his month in the Penthouse at mystery, A Long Ways from Tutorials in our next issue. bottles of wine to comple- wife Julie Leblanc are now The Edinburgh Retirement Home. Visit www.meadowlark.ca ment your meal and minimize offering Online Personal Residence (10 Vaughan Condolences: The Books or contact Philip at info@ the strain on your credit card. Training on a trial basis St.). In October, the two on Beechwood team, and meadowlark.ca or 613-565- Bookings for private gather- through the month of October. groups will discuss Helen indeed all her many friends 9889. JH ings have also been on the This service includes all the fitness, nutritional and life- Macdonald’s acclaimed and acquaintances in the No rest at Cloutier’s restos rise at Clarkstown: groups of novel H is for Hawk. In community, were greatly sad- up to 70 can reserve space for style components of their November, they will examine dened by the recent death of Indefatigable neighbour- business meetings or social one-on-one Personal Training Anita Rau Badami’s rivet- long-time B on B staffer Di hood restaurateur André occasions of all kinds. sessions, but is geared to ing Canada Reads pick The Bethune’s husband Donald. Cloutier reports that his André is particularly grate- accommodate busy clients Hero’s Walk. We send our sympathies to Di two popular eateries, ful to Clarkstown manager that prefer the flexibility and Over at the Fraser broth- and her family at this very sad Beechwood Gastropub and Manuel Bettencourt, his convenience of working out ers’ Table 40 on Springfield time. JH The Clarkstown Kitchen, highly efficient and gracious on their own timetable. Learn Road, Books on Beechwood are running smoothly after right-hand man. Manuel was more at evertrainlifestyles. has scheduled three events BURGH BUSINESS BITS a summer of idyllic patio a long-time senior server com. for October and November. weather. The Gastropub’s at El Meson, and remained Coming up in January 2017, At-home help for learning new chef Harriet Clunie Julie will be offering post- The first, on October 26, disabilities after the transition to help is an evening with Steve has settled in happily, add- André launch and run the natal coaching sessions to Meadowlark Tutorials is ing freshness and panache to help new mothers get back Patterson, comic and CBC a remedial education ser- new Clarkstown. Needless to host of The Debaters, who a menu increasingly focused say, the challenges of oper- in shape after the rigours vice established by Philip J. on seasonal local ingredients. of pregnancy and child- will be discussing his new Powel Smith (better known ating two enterprises were release, The Book of Letters I André is pleased to report Continued on page 14 as “Mr. Phil”) to provide spe- that, despite the imaginative Didn’t Know Where to Send. cialized support for students In November, two Sunday menu upgrades, Harriet has grappling with such learning kept the small plates menu evening Titles@Table 40 ses- challenges as dyslexia, atten- sions are on the agenda. On as affordable as ever, and tion deficit disorder, auditory Monday-evening diners can November 20, photographer and visual processing disor- William McElligott will be still savour $1.50 oysters on hand to present his splen- did new book of photography entitled Ottawa, Canada. The following Sunday, November 27, popular local historian and author Charlotte Gray will lead a discussion of her latest book The Promise of Canada—a work specially commissioned for the sesqui- centennial year. All Titles@ Table40 Sessions begin at Page 14 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Continued from page 13 tions of families, doling out with our neighbourhood. birth. Reach her at info@ smiles, candies and haircuts John MacGillivray, RMT evertrainlifestyles.com and to the children and grandchil- specializes in deep-tissue and visit her blog at evertrain- dren of clients he had known relaxation massage as well lifestyles.com/blog for help- since their own tender years. as postural coaching, using ful pre-natal exercise tips to Throughout his many years Swedish massage techniques boost energy levels, improve on Beechwood, he was a to relieve muscle and joint posture, reduce lower back strong supporter of the com- tension, reduce stress, soothe pain and build all-important munity, a faithful advertiser in aches and pains and improve core strength and muscle the NEN, a generous booster circulation. John worked at tone. of community causes and a the Physical Therapy Institute Julie and André report that hub for all the local news. We during its tenure at 350 life is returning to normal wish him a long and happy Crichton St., and now divides after a whirlwind summer of retirement, and thank him for his time between PTI’s new weddings—including their his countless contributions to location on Durocher Street own, which took place in our neighbourhood. Farewell and the Matnik Spa on early August! We wish them Lester—you will be greatly Beechwood. a long and happy life togeth- missed! JH As we go to press, Abby er and look forward to their New RMT at Matnik Spa truly has her hands full, not continuing participation as only operating two full-ser- Photo courtesy The Edinburgh Retirement Residence Matnik Spa owner Abby vice spas in her Gatineau and The Edinburgh held a bake sale on Sept. 17 in support of the enthusiastic residents of our Bassin is entering her sec- Alzheimer’s Society. community. JH Beechwood locations, but ond year of operations at also caring for her newborn “Celebrating Memories” Canadians, a number which Barber Lester Clark retires 2 Beechwood Ave. (for- son Noah. Congratulations events held in recent years is expected to nearly double Early in the summer, long- mer home of Beautymark Abby, and best of luck with at Revera sites throughout within the next 20 years. The time New Edinburgh barber Esthetics) where she offers your family and professional Canada and the United States. Edinburgh’s staff, family and Lester Clark, a Beechwood a full range of spa services endeavours! JH These initiatives have raised friends joined forces to fill the institution for two decades from manicures and pedi- Celebrating memories hundreds of thousands of dol- tables with donations of fresh and a valued friend of many cures to facials, waxing, lars for Alzheimer’s societies baking, tapping into Garage local residents, retired body sugaring, electrolysis, On Sept. 17, staff and resi- in both countries to support Sale crowds to boost sales from his part-time posi- eyelash extensions and mas- dents at The Edinburgh research into potential cures in support of a worthy and tion at Kelly’s Barber and sage therapy. Visit spathera- Retirement Residence got for Alzheimer’s and other increasingly urgent cause. Beauty (now relocated to piematnik.com or call 613- into the spirit of the epic forms of dementia, as well as The next day, The Edinburgh Marier Street). Before the 746-8821. New Edinburgh Community provide services for people hosted an open house: Beechwood fire of 2011 when Abby reports that two Garage Sale, hosting a bake afflicted with the disease and “Picture Yourself at Revera.” his shop was demolished Registered Massage sale to raise funds in sup- for their caregivers. By cur- Drop-in visitors enjoyed light following the blaze, Lester Therapists now offer their port of the Alzheimer’s rent estimates, this debilitat- refreshments and a chance to was the go-to barber—and services at the spa, one of Society of Canada. The bake ing disease affects more than have their photographs taken often confidant—to genera- whom is already familiar sale was one in a series of three quarters of a million with family and friends. JH October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 15 Builders and schools chosen for future Wateridge community By Christina Leadlay as-is and continue to be owned “For the other two sites, It has been almost six months and managed by the National each board may optionally since the Canada Lands Capital Commission,” accord- express its intention to pro- Company (CLC) provided an ing to the CLC newsletter. ceed with the acquisition of update on plans for the for- “The construction activity the land as the development mer Rockcliffe airbase, now that you may have noticed progresses; school boards known as Wateridge. But is only related to the excava- have the right to decline or in September, the firm pub- tion of a stormwater man- accept the site reserved to lished its second newsletter, agement system which will them within seven years after detailing the three builders it incorporate a natural water- that parcel is registered with has selected, the schools to be fall from the ridge above, the City,” the CLC newsletter constructed, and updates on hence ‘Wateridge’.” says. construction activity, among Underground infrastructure “Phase 1B is slated for reg- other information. work began in April, with istration in 2017.” CLC has chosen Claridge water mains and separate san- The 320-acre site located Homes, Tartan Homes and itary and storm-water sewers east of the Aviation Parkway Uniform Urban Developments for Phase 1A of the project, and south of the George- to construct 75, 50 and 89 according to the Manor Park Étienne Parkway is expect- homes, respectively. An on- Chronicle. The site remains ed to take approximately 15 site sales pavilion will open off-limits to the public during years to be fully constructed. later this fall. construction. Finally, CLC Rockcliffe The Manor Park Chronicle Infrastructure work on Lands notes that its web- reported in its September Phase 1A, including electri- site—clcrockcliffe.ca—will issue that the Algonquins of cal installation and asphalt soon be discontinued. All Ontario have named Tartan on roads, is expected to be future Wateridge Village Homes as their designated complete by the end of 2016. updates will be available at builder. Depending on the city permit wateridge.ca. “While the details of this process, home construction cooperation is being worked should begin shortly thereaf- Visit out, Pierre Dufresne of ter, with houses available for Tartan said that this would occupancy by the end of next The Burgh include both cultural recogni- year. Online! tion—naming models using CLC has also identified Anishnabe words for differ- three sites for future schools, For the most ent local plants and providing announcing that the first to work training and construc- be built will be a French up-to-date news of tion jobs for Algonquin work- Catholic Elementary in Phase the neighbourhood ers,” writes MPC’s Robert 1A. Phase 1B has reserved Todd. sites for both a French Public newedinburgh.ca CLC also clarified that there Elementary and English will be no residential devel- Public Elementary schools. opments on the Sir George- “The first of the schools to Étienne Cartier Parkway, not- be built is the French Catholic ing that the construction tak- Elementary; however, this ing place there is part of the could be several years away, Wateridge infrastructure. potentially within the next “The Parkway will remain five years or so,” according to CLC’s newsletter. Page 16 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Central library project is cloaked in secrecy By Sarah Anson- follow suit. library, I don’t think citizens ter, but currently 81 per like Sandy Hill. The new Cartwright “Secrecy around library gave him carte blanche on cent of main branch library footbridge connecting Fifth Let’s start with the good process shameful,” wrote where to locate it. The les- users come on foot, and 24 Avenue and Clegg Street will news. Yes, Ottawa is making Susan Sherring in the sons of locating the Victims per cent come directly from provide convenient access for plans toward a new central Ottawa Sun after the library of Communism Memorial work. And with three LRT those on foot or bike from the library. But the bad news is board’s August meeting. and the Ottawa Hospital stations, the downtown core growing community of Old the public has been shut out Joanne Chianello wrote on should not be lost on either offers accessibility via transit Ottawa East. of the process, which isn’t CBC News online: “Secrecy him or us. as much as LeBreton Flats. As well, there are many right for a project of this scale shrouding library board’s As the most public of pub- But LeBreton does not offer office towers, restaurants and and importance to the city. short list unnecessary.” lic institutions, a central walkability to people that live major cultural, recreational Secrecy will shroud the Is this secrecy right—and library will only succeed if and work downtown, or to and retail attractions that are whole project for the next few people-magnets. These assets months—unless concerned provide synergies to ensure citizens speak up. The short- “As the most public of public the success of the new central list of sites under review has library. not been made public, and institutions, a central library will only While many of us in New Mayor Jim Watson agrees Edinburgh may never set foot with that decision. In fact, in the central library, as a the public will learn noth- succeed if it is where people live, work citizen of Ottawa, I want this ing about the central library public place to be where it project between now and and visit in large numbers. LeBreton will contribute best to the December 2016. social and economic health The process is going from of our city. And where it will a long-list of 12 sites, pub- Flats does not compare at all.” be most convenient for the lished this past July, to a final people that need it most. decision on one site, likely on does it matter? In an era of it is where people live, work those that cannot afford an Sarah Anson-Cartwright LeBreton Flats, which is the increased openness and trans- and visit in large numbers. LRT pass. is the founding chair of mayor’s stated public prefer- parency in government, our LeBreton Flats does not com- Meantime, in the heart of Bookmark the Core, a citi- ence. In December, we will municipal leadership is buck- pare at all on the basis of downtown, the Corkstown zen’s group advocating for learn the final recommenda- ing the trend with a process population catchment today, footbridge at Somerset pro- a new central library in tion on the site and other that has effectively shut the or 20 years in the future, with vides quick access to the core downtown Ottawa. Visit project details. The decision public out. While the may- the downtown core. for University of Ottawa stu- Bookmarkthecore.ca and by the library board and then or’s 2014 campaign included Being on the LRT line or dents and residents in neigh- follow them on Twitter and by city council will quickly a commitment to a central close to a station will mat- bourhoods east of the canal Facebook.

The long-list of 12 sites for the new Ottawa Central Library (above) will be shortlisted by December. Source: ottawacentrallibrary.ca October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 17 One World Grannies’ GRAND Market moves to Lansdowne By Trudy Medcalf art, pottery, home décor, tex- sprung up across Canada since Ottawa grandmothers sup- tiles, beautiful crafts, food 2006, including 23 in the porting the Stephen Lewis and plants. There will also Ottawa-Gatineau region. To Foundation Grandmothers be homemade treats at the date, this uniquely Canadian Campaign are putting the fin- Sweet and Savoury Café fundraising and advocacy ishing touches on a major and tarot card readings by movement has raised more event. Last fall’s GRAND Grandmother Moon. than $25 million in support Marketplace was such a suc- Several of the One World of grassroots initiatives in cessful fundraiser that it is Grannies, including the Africa, such as HIV educa- moving this year to a big- author, are busy helping pub- tion, food and medicine dis- ger venue: the Horticultural licize both the Grandmothers tribution, home-based health Building at Lansdowne Park. Campaign and the GRAND care, and school fees and And the date to circle on your Market. 2016 is a significant uniforms. The group’s rela- calendar is October 30, from year for Canadian grand- tionship with African grand- 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. mother groups: it marks mothers is one of respect and The event emphasizes qual- the 10th anniversary of the solidarity—not charity. They ity goods, from clothing to launch of the Stephen Lewis trust the recipients to use their collectible treasures, all of Foundation Grandmothers on-the-ground knowledge of which have been donated and Campaign to support African what needs to be done. The carefully vetted before accep- grandmothers. Many African Grandmothers Campaign also tance for the sale. One World grandmothers have lost their supports African grandmoth- Grannies, the event’s orga- adult children to HIV/AIDS, er groups advocating for their and these women struggle to rights. Photo by Val Swinton nizer, guarantees you’ll find (From left) Trudy Medcalf and Dianne Breton of One World a range of gently used cloth- care for their grandchildren At last year’s GRAND Grannies sort items for the GRAND market’s Treasures Table. ing from cheap-and-cheerful and other orphaned children Marketplace, the collabora- to designer duds. Women’s they have taken into their tive efforts of local grand- Bogue, are especially pleased ous support.” accessories, children’s toys, homes. The scale of person- mothers and grand-others that their agency is sponsoring Visit the website at games, “treasures” for your al and societal upheaval is raised close to $18,000 for this year’s GRAND Market. grandmotherscampaign. home, books, handmade beds staggering. In sub-Saharan the cause. Hopes are high “It’s communities helping org or contact Val Swinton and clothing for the family Africa alone, there are more for a substantial increase this communities, even though at [email protected] or canine and much more will than 15 million young people year at the larger Lansdowne we are an ocean apart,” says 613-864-6442. be on offer at ridiculously orphaned by AIDS and nearly Park venue. Catherine. “All of the local Trudy Medcalf is a resi- low prices. 26 million people living with Catherine Bell, a realtor and grandmother groups and the dent of New Edinburgh and And that’s not all. Fourteen HIV/AIDS. member of the One World grandmothers of Africa are a member of the One World other grandmother groups In response to this crisis, Grannies, together with her grateful to Royal LePage Grannies. in the region are presenting 240 grandmother groups have business partner Pauline Team Realty for their gener- Page 18 New Edinburgh News October 2016 After a great summer, Market plans winter session for early 2017 By Chris Penton carefully selected for their produce. With many dedicat- befriending the vendors, reg- We’re currently planning a Beechwood Market quality, presentation and atti- ed regulars, every week I also ularly mingling with the local winter edition of the Market Manager tude, and the idea was to happily heard: “I live around population, and being a part to be held inside the church enhance the shopping experi- the corner and never knew of a neighbourhood that’s As I write, we are heading early in the New Year. The ence while maintaining the this was here!” That’s okay: finding itself again. into the 15th weekend of the exact format remains unde- culture of cool and happy. you’re here now. A place I’d like to thank my love- Beechwood Market’s third A fantastic mixture of small to shop, listen and eat, the ly, uber-competent Market cided, but you can depend season. It’s a significantly businesses, they quickly got market has become a regular Coordinator, Heather; on it being a place you can evolved scene from our first into cross-promoting, trad- part of many local residents’ Modbox, a great marketing escape to with your kids on a year, and the vendors, com- ing products and helping weekends. partner, always open to my Saturday, do some local shop- munity and I have all learned each other out. Friendships My own market lessons property requests and toler- ping, and reconnect with your a lot. were made, and our end-of- tended to focus on how best ant of the odd moan; and Jeff Market friends. Along with a lot of return- year party will no doubt be a to lift heavy things early in and Tina at Vanier Moderns The Summer Market 2017 ing vendors like Gentlecraft doozy. the morning, but I was also (in the church basement) who will take place at the same Organics, Jargon Preserves With a lush new site at St. exposed to some new mar- supported us in every way. location in front of the church and Buddy Bites, we have Charles Market, the residents keting avenues, plenty of dif- And clichéd as it may sound, added a few newbies this of the East End came in great- ferent PR conduits, and an without the support of the at St. Charles and Beechwood. year, such as Allium Farm, er numbers, stayed for longer accidental crash course in community, the Market would Start date has yet to be con- Beking’s Eggs and Barking stretches, and came to rely electrical engineering. My simply not exist. Thank you firmed, so stay tuned. Barista. All our vendors are more heavily on the local greatest pleasures have been so much.

With a lush new site at St. Charles Market, East End residents came to the Beechwood Market in greater numbers, stayed for longer stretches, and relied more heavily on the local produce. Photos by Chris Penton October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 19 Love it or hate it? Your thoughts on the parklet Words and photos by Elizabeth Gray-Smith On the north side of Beechwood Avenue, in the parking lane in front of Arturo’s restaurant, sits a modern, open, wooden structure complete with benches, a metal roof and a lush garden. It is our own parklet, part of an Ottawa pilot project initiated by the Quartier Vanier BIA. It is called the “Water Garden” because of the canopy’s innovative design that feeds the plants inside naturally with rain run-off, and was drafted and built by fourth-year students from Carleton University’s architecture program. While it is a temporary installation, it has stirred many opinions from residents and visitor alike. New Edinburgh News spent a September afternoon sitting on the benches and talking with people passing by—on foot, by bike and by car—to gather their thoughts on this park in the street.

“I think it is awful. It is an accident waiting to happen. In the Glebe [parklets] are on the side streets, but not like this one on a main street. It is too loud. The location is not good.” Kathryn from Douglas

“I would like it more off “I find that it is a bit of a dichotomy. This is a bit strange from the main street. Nice because of its location on the street, but now that I’m sit- foliage arrangement.” ting in it, I love it. It is different and from that perspective Gabriel from out of town it is worth doing.” Francine “I am not a huge fan. It is in the wrong place. I don’t “I think it is very interesting. I like the way it looks on the know how Arturo’s feels about it. We had to reroute the inside, but I don’t like it with the cars driving by. I worry bike lanes.” about people’s safety with just a plastic pylon.” Drew from Chapleau Mike Mike and Francine live in Rideau Gardens

“I think that as an ini- tiative in the city that is more urban, by creating spaces in the urban envi- ronment it is a great idea. But, by execution, it is not the ideal location. Not in one of two lanes on Beechwood.” Graham from Keefer

“The location is not ideal. I’ve never seen any- one sitting. The one time I saw folks was when it opened.” Jane from Springfield

“I think it is the tip of the spear for turning the street into “It is a good idea to have a place to relax and sit. I like a real main street. I mean, look at those plants. They are that it is modern. It looks nice, especially the garden, but I terrific!” think it might be annoying for drivers.” Jennifer from MacKay Oban Page 20 New Edinburgh News October 2016 the course of the summer. In keeping with our tradi- tional pattern of recent years, much of our summer was spent on Georgian Bay, ordi- narily a haven for songbirds, For the Birds waterfowl, gulls, raptors and By Jane Heintzman most forms of avian life. This year, however, bird numbers seemed eerily low across a As I write in mid-Septem- ing season, so you may also range of species, including ber, the fall migration is well have spotted balding blue ring-billed gulls; double- underway, with flocks of jays or Northern cardinals. crested cormorants; great birds raiding our backyard While it’s an entirely natural blue herons; warblers; vir- feeders to bulk up on calo- stage in the annual moult- eos; thrushes (our resident ries for their journey south, ing process, it’s invariably wood thrush was nowhere and with roadside shrubbery a shock in the case of these to be found); flycatchers (the buzzing with avian activ- normally handsome crested great-crested flycatcher was Photo by Mike Leveille ity. Ottawa Citizen birding creatures. also a no-show this year); Baby screech owl at Macoun Marsh. columnist Bruce Di Labio Most of us are familiar with mallards, common mer- terns; common loons (thank- better luck, reporting a thriv- reports that over the Labour the annual ritual of the fall gansers, and indeed, almost fully, the loon population was ing eagle’s nest not far from Day weekend, the warbler migration as a massive move- every species other than the reasonably robust); one or our hotel. migration reached its peak in ment of birds from Northern ubiquitous Canada goose, two great blue herons; com- Among our most memo- the Ottawa-Gatineau region, breeding ranges to southern which bucked the trend and mon mergansers; turkey rable P.E.I. birding moments with more than 25 species habitats in South and Central appeared in ridiculously large vultures; hairy and pileated was a surprise encounter with passing through and touching America, and around the Gulf numbers. woodpeckers; black-capped a mother ruffed grouse and down in significant numbers of Mexico. Within this broad Nonetheless, a smatter- chickadees; a single Eastern her five skittish little chicks. in such birding hot spots as context, however, there are ing of the usual suspects did kingbird in hot pursuit of a Rather than fleeing to safety Britannia-Mud Lake conser- some common variants in while the mother cleverly vation area and Shirley’s Bay. migration patterns, indicative diverted us, the chicks pan- By mid-month, that number of things not going entire- icked when we came on the had dwindled to 15 warbler ly according to plan. Some scene, and scuttled around species, with yellow-rumped examples include: almost under our feet. That • drifting migrations – when family’s escape protocol flocks pushed off-course clearly needed practice! But by violent weather events the highlight was a close turn up in unusual loca- encounter with a half-doz- tions; en semi-palmated plovers • reverse migrations – when foraging for prey in the a group of migrants (usu- rock pools only feet away ally juveniles not paying from us along the shoreline attention to their elders!) at Brackley Beach. Unlike heads in the opposite direc- their reticent piping plover tion on the flight path, giv- Photo by Amy-Jane Lawes cousins, the semi-palmateds ing northern communities Evening Grosbeaks. appeared completely unfazed a rare look at an otherwise by our presence, allowing out-of-range species; and eventually turn up over the crow; several ruby-throated us to watch their antics and • skip migrations, or leap- summer, and by late August, hummingbirds; red-breast- capture them on camera. In frog migrations, which my species tally covered a ed nuthatches; and toward contrast to other species in occur when a northern pop- respectable range, includ- the end of August, innumer- the plover family, the semi- Photo by Amy-Jane Lawes ulation migrates a greater ing red-eyed vireos, song able noisy blue jays clustered palmated population has been Black-billed cuckoo. distance than usual in order sparrows, white-throated on our island’s nut-laden steadily increasing in recent to leap over a sedentary sparrows, osprey (our resi- oaks. years, an encouraging fact group of the same species. warblers expected to be the dent pair produced a healthy Plover party on P.E.I. attributed to their versatility last to leave. On the move Scanty summer sightings chick); pine warblers; black in both diet and habitat, as in late September were vir- and white warblers; yellow- The birding highlight of our As I watch this year’s fall well as to their widespread eos, hermit thrushes, winter rumped warblers; oven- summer was an early August coastal distribution in winter. wrens, ruby- and golden- exodus of migrating spe- birds; a solo worm-eating visit to Brackley Beach on the cies, I feel slightly cheated north shore of Prince Edward The state of North crowned kinglets, white- warbler; common grackles; America’s birds crowned and white-throated by the comparatively meagre common ravens; common Island. While here, too, a sparrows, along with the last tally of my bird sightings in number of species were nota- In early June, Bird wave of ruby-throated hum- bly absent or greatly reduced Studies Canada and the mingbirds. in numbers compared with North American Bird Even for the experienced recent years, including great Conservation Initiative, birder, species identification blue herons, ring-billed a multinational group cre- is particularly challenging at and black-backed gulls and ated by the governments of this time of year, as most osprey, others were around Canada, the United States and male warblers have shed their in abundance, including song Mexico, released the results distinctive breeding plumage sparrows, yellow warblers, of a comprehensive vulnera- and can be puzzling in their common yellowthroats, bility assessment for all 1,154 muddier, more muted fall American robins, black- native North American bird garb. (Exceptions to this sea- capped chickadees, blue species. The study assessed sonal transformation include jays, red-eyed vireos, com- each species’ conservation the American redstart, mon ravens, double-crested status on the basis of its pop- black-throated blue war- cormorants and a very vocal ulation size and trend; the bler and the ovenbird, which Eastern kingbird. Sadly, I extent of its breeding and thankfully look the same failed to spot a bald eagle non-breeding ranges, and the Photo by Francine Ouellette this year, but my children had severity of current threats to year-round.) And it’s moult- Canada Goose. October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 21 our National Bird, the Royal Cape May-, magnolia-, for the trip was 39 species, Canadian Geographical blackburnian-, black- ranging from songbirds such Society will release its offi- poll-, yellow-rumped-, bay as the red crossbill, song cial recommendation in the breasted-, chestnut-sided, sparrow, red-winged black- December 2016 issue of black-throated blue-, black- bird, cedar waxwing, olive Canadian Geographic which throated green-, yellow-, green flycatcher, goldfinch, appears on the newsstands on pine-, palm- , Wilson’s and red-breasted nuthatch and Nov. 21. Stay tuned! Canada warbler, along with Stellar’s jay, to waterfowl Reports from our readers the Northern waterthrush, including wood ducks, com- ovenbird and American mon and hooded mergan- Accomplished birder and redstart. sers, and pelagic cormo- regular NEN contributor As the fall sets in, Amy’s rants, and multiple gulls such Amy-Jane Lawes, based in birding luck appears to be as the glaucous wing gull, Val-des-Monts, Que., had an holding: she reports recent the mew gull, the California eventful summer of birding, sightings of 12 shorebird spe- gull and the Bonaparte’s fuelled by a month-long visit cies at Shirley’s Bay, along gull. Photo by Francine Ouellette from her U.K. based parents, Juvenile Black-crowned night heron. both avid birders. After mem- orable first-time encounters its habitat. Conservation Concern. View with both the black-billed A disturbing total of 432 the full report at stateofthe- and the yellow-billed vari- (37 per cent) of the conti- birds.org/2016. ants of the North American nent’s native species quali- Canada’s National Bird cuckoo species, Amy looks fied for the Watch List, Debate back on this as “the summer indicating the highest levels After nearly two years of of the cuckoo” (intending no of Conservation Concern allusion to the U.S. presiden- based on high vulnerability public voting in the Royal Canadian Geographical tial campaign)! scores across a range of fac- A black-billed cuckoo tors. Of the four levels of Society’s Canada’s National Bird Contest, with more than crossed paths with Amy and Conservation Concern, birds her dad during a Father’s with habitats in oceans and 42,000 votes cast and 1,300 essays submitted from all Day hike, pausing to preen tropical forests were ranked its feathers for long enough as In Crisis, with 57 per cent provinces and territories in support of species nominees, to be photographed at close of the species facing declin- range. Amy was puzzled by ing populations, shrinking voting finally closed at the end of August. Five species the bird’s call, which differed Photo by Ralph Heintzman ranges and severe threats markedly from the mechani- Common merganser group sunning itself in Georgian Bay. to their habitats: rising sea cal “cuckoo clock” sound of levels, coastal development, the U.K. species. She later human activity and oil spills. with visits from a peregrine Philip MacAdam’s Avian discovered that the calls of falcon, Northern harrier, Spa and Bistro has been hop- A close second in level of North American cuckoos Conservation Concern were osprey, a bald eagle, and ping in recent weeks, with more closely resemble a a balding blue jay which visitors raiding his feeders species in coastal, grassland dove-like coo, and one morn- and aridland habitats, where haunts her feeders. to bulk up for the fall migra- ing not long after her first St. Laurent Academy’s tion and cooling off in the numbers have been declining encounter with the black-bill, steeply, with some species Mike Leveille was delighted birdbaths. Chickadees, gold- was roused from her slum- to encounter a baby screech finches, house finches, nut- recording population losses bers by precisely such a soft, of up to 70 per cent since owl and some baby Virginia hatches and Northern car- repetitive cooing sound. A rails at the Marsh this fall, dinals have topped the list of 1970. drowsy investigation revealed While the majority of spe- Photo by Mike Leveille both of which he captured his regular clientele, while a a yellow-billed cuckoo in her on camera—truly a feat in lingering group of American cies with habitats in tem- Baby Virginia Rail at Macoun garden, marking another grat- perate forests, tundra, wet- Marsh. the case of the timid Virginia redstarts has availed itself ifying “first” in her Canadian of the water features and for- lands and boreal forest were birding experience. ranked as only moderate or made the short list: aged in the lilac tree. A sum- • Common Loon (13,995 Other birding highlights mer highlight for Philip was a low Conservation Concern, during Amy’s parents’ 20 per cent of these species votes) visit to an active bald eagle’s • Snowy Owl (8,948 votes) visit were encounters with nest on Longbow Lake, just qualified for the Watch List, more than 20 dazzling eve- largely as a consequence of • Gray Jay/Whisky Jack east of Lake of the Woods in (7,918 votes) ning grosbeaks in New northwestern Ontario. the ongoing loss of wetlands Brunswick; a flock of young despite recent conservation • Canada Goose (3,616 Alberta Correspondent votes) gray jays in Kouchibouguac Dave Collyer did some fruit- efforts. Not surprisingly, the National Park and a Sandhill 65 “generalist” species that • Black-capped Chickadee ful fall migration birding (3,324 votes) crane flyover at sunset while around Tofield, AB, logging have proven most adapt- camping closer to home in able in a variety of habi- On Sept. 19, a panel of five a long list of migrant species notable Canadians took part Gatineau Park. including least sandpiper, tats fared best in the vulner- Over the course of the ability assessment, with the in a public debate in Ottawa American avocet, Baird’s on the relative merits of the breeding season, Amy took sparrow, Baltimore ori- majority considered of low full advantage of her syl- Photo by Ralph Heintzman short-listed contestants, each Semi-palmated plover on ole, sandhill crane, ruddy of which will be champi- van surroundings to log no Brackley Beach, P.E.I. duck, Northern shoveler, oned by a different panelist. fewer than 20 species of American wigeon, buffle- Adventurer and storm-chaser warblers in her birding jour- rails. head, snow geese, greater George Kourounis moder- nal, many spotted very close Our Victoria, B.C. corre- white-fronted geese, bald ated the event, introduced to her home. The bulk of spondent Vicki Metcalfe had eagle, yellow-rumped by Canada’s Environment her sightings took place in a fruitful birding expedition warbler, Magnolia war- Minister Catherine late spring when the males’ to the Sunshine Coast this bler, Tennessee warbler, breeding plumage was at its McKenna. Speaking for summer, led by a knowledge- Swainson’s thrush, per- most brilliant, and her ful- myself, I hope the proponent able guide from Whiskeyjack egrine falcon, merlin and some list included the black of the Canada Goose did not Tours who “literally wrote many more. come close to prevailing! As and white-, Northern paru- the book on the birds” in Photo by Amy-Jane Lawes la-, Tennessee-, Nashville-, Moulting blue jay. a final step towards crowning that area. Vicki’s final tally Page 22 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Fitness tips for new moms getting back into exercising By Susan McDonald ground. Release and repeat. Have you just had a baby? In Try to complete 10 repeti- the list of your new priori- tions a few times a day. Work ties, you’ve probably placed up to 20 or 25 repetitions as many things above a fitness you begin to feel stronger. routine, and we can’t blame You can practice pelvic tilts you. However, if you’ve ever after you finish nursing as been active, you know when you are cuddling with your you exercise (even just a baby. little) you feel great. When Your body has gone through you stretch your tired, achy so many changes since muscles, when you take care becoming pregnant, and it of your body and give your- continues to change in the self permission to carve out weeks after your baby arrives. the important “me time” you By focusing on these three crave, it’s better for you and areas and incorporating some your baby. simple exercises, you’ll help If you’re beginning to feel reduce tension and relieve recovered post-birth, you some pain. Of course, the may be excited to get active most important thing in these again, but many forms of exercise aren’t recommended first few weeks is spending until after six weeks post- time as a new family, but there’s nothing wrong with partum. And even when you Photo by Sara McConnell think you’re ready, you’re For new mothers ready to begin exercising again, FitMom holds weekly classes at Memorial Hall. wanting to feel better also! body won’t likely be ready When you’re ready to begin to get back to running or to up to 10 seconds. a baby, and the poor posture the computer or even when exercising again, a fitness a fitness class, even if it’s Ensure you’re doing these that often results, your shoul- feeding; once a good latch class is a great way to get made especially for moms, contractions correctly. ders are always hard at work. and breast feeding is estab- motivated and to meet other like FITMOM classes are. Remember: Try simple shoulder rota- lished, you can practice this moms. FITMOM offers Mom Instead, in those first few • don’t hold your breath tions to relieve some of the exercise as baby is snuggled and Baby and FITWOMAN weeks, here are some exer- • don’t tighten your tummy, stress. Begin by inhaling and in your arms. classes during the week at the NECTAR Centre. Find more cise recommendations for thighs or buttocks lifting your shoulders towards Your abdominal muscles three areas you can focus on: • don’t squeeze your legs information or check our your ears. Exhale and roll We know that core muscles Your pelvic floor together your shoulders back and schedule at fitmomottawa. Try to complete 10 short are affected during pregnan- com. Your pelvic floor muscles down, allowing your shoul- and 10 long contractions a cy, but we also know they have lost elasticity during ders to fall as far from the Susan McDonald is an few times a day, remember- don’t just go back to what pregnancy and you will like- ears as possible and squeez- experienced, certified per- ing that pelvic floor muscles they were like pre-pregnancy ly need to recondition these ing your shoulder blades sonal trainer and an expert tire easily. To prevent fatigue, the moment baby arrives. muscles, regardless of the together. Release to normal in the area of pre- and post- you can complete fewer con- Try pelvic tilts: begin by type of delivery you’ve had. position and repeat. natal fitness. As the proud tractions more often in the lying on your back with your Begin by contracting your This exercise will remind owner of FITMOM Ottawa, day. knees bent and your feet flat pelvic floor: a series of 10 you to correct your posture, on the floor. Inhale to fill she has offered prenatal fit- one-second contractions. Your shoulders open your chest and strength- your belly with air. Exhale ness, mom-and-baby fitness Follow with contractions Your tired shoulders really do en your upper and middle while pulling your belly but- and boot camps for women where you hold your pel- take the brunt of so much both back at the same time. Try to ton towards your spine and in Old Ottawa South, New vic floor contraction longer: during pregnancy and with a complete 10 repetitions a few slightly rolling your hips Edinburgh and Ottawa West begin holding for about three newborn. Between growing times a day, while you are towards your ribs, but not lift- for more than five years. Sue seconds and work your way bellies, feeding and holding watching television, sitting at ing your hips or glutes off the lives in Old Ottawa South. October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 23 Reducing poverty, one woman at a time By Theresa Redmond on the table for her daughters. my own two feet,” she says Friends of Jagruti is orga- By chance, she met a Jagruti proudly. nizing a music fundraiser teacher that told her about the When Vaishali Sangle heard November 5 in Centretown to nursing aid course. Having about Jagruti’s nursing aid help Jagruti Seva Sanstha, an just eight years of education, course, she found the three- NGO run mainly by women. Suvrana was afraid she would month course very attrac- Jagruti Seva Sanstha offers fail. tive with its low fees and the healthcare, educational sup- The first few days were promise of a job on comple- port, employment opportuni- tough. “I couldn’t under- tion. “My dreams got wings ties, micro-credit, counselling stand anything and worse, I again,” she declares. and even shelter to disadvan- couldn’t remember anything Jagruti has changed taged women and children in either. I thought it was impos- Vaishali’s life and she’s full the city of Pune in western sible,” Suvarna recalls. But of praise for the five teachers, India. Among its educational the teachers’ patience and the four of them medical doc- support programs is a course supportive atmosphere kept tors. Jagruti has become more for health facilitators. her going, and today she is than just a learning centre for This course takes place at thankful. Suvarna now works Vaishali—it is also a home two of Jagruti’s centres in at a hospital and earns twice and a family to her. “Jagruti Pune’s urban slums and at what she made at both part- taught me how to interact one rural centre. Students time jobs combined. with others and helped me range from needy young wid- Another student, Komal gain confidence in myself— Photo courtesy Debjani Mitra-Levesque ows with no education, to Randhir, says, “We had won- for that I will forever be Women in Pune, India are benefiting from educational support girls that need studying guid- derful teachers at Jagruti who grateful,” she adds. through the NGO Jagruti Seva Santha. A fundraiser will take place ance, to some rural men. explained everything to us Poonam Rahate echoes November 5 in Ottawa. Also called nursing aid, the very well. The staff at Mai Vaishali’s praise for the course began as a way to help Mangeshkar hospital where teachers at Jagruti, whom zons. “Now I intend to pursue rock-country music morning women earn a good living. we took additional training she says taught the students nursing seriously,” Poonam November 5 at St. John the But it also boosts their sense were also very good. We were much more than how to look says. Evangelist Church, corner of worth and provides jobs trained in the (Intensive Care after patients. Learning about Those are just four of many of Somerset and Elgin that earn them respect. Unit), we learnt to take care illness and healthcare was success stories. Jagruti Seva Streets. Revival Duo Ian “Jagruti helped me put my of patients with bedsores, just one part of their educa- Sanstha is reducing poverty and Hal will be performing sorrows aside,” says Suvarna patients in a coma, how to tion. Students also learn how in Pune one woman at a time. from 10–11:30am. Tickets Sore, a widow working two take blood, measure blood to talk to patients, and can To raise funds for Jagruti are $20 and include part-time jobs—as a cook and pressure and more. This train- access other Jagruti programs Seva Sanstha, Friends of refreshments. Learn more at security guard—to put food ing has helped me stand on that help broaden their hori- Jagruti are holding a folk- friendsofjagruti.org. Page 24 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Site Plan and Heritage February to be a hot month for Beechwood projects Approval applications now under review in the City Continued from page 1 the taps will once again be running. as possible during the fit-up Planning department. City During the Lumière Festival open at 1 Beechwood Ave. to One unexpected but wel- later this year, and even to Councillors Mathieu Fleury back in August, the south- welcome the neighbourhood. come occurrence during the extend it into the barrier-free and Tobi Nussbaum have facing wall of the Minto Royal Oak Pub Group CEO demolition phase of the pub washroom on the main level. been collaborating closely in Beechwood building was Jonathan Hatchell looks project: the discovery of a St. Charles Market evolves the process, which is expect- temporarily illuminated with forward to the pub’s inaugu- handsome, well-preserved The ModBox team has been ed to continue through the a display of Braille charac- ral St. Patrick’s Day celebra- redbrick interior wall, prob- remainder of the year. ters reading “Courage my tion, which promises to be ably a legacy from the build- working feverishly on plans for the St. Charles Market Since it was last present- friends.” The phrase was an especially lively occasion ing’s Towne Cinema days. ed to the community in late inspired by a quotation from when all systems at the new Royal Oak plans to preserve (SCM) development, with Zoning By-Law Amendment, May 2016, the project design Tommy Douglas: “Courage establishment will be up and as much of the exposed wall has evolved significantly in my friends; ‘tis not too late response to comments and to build a better world.” Once suggestions by city planners the building is completed, this and local residents—particu- uplifting phrase will appear larly in relation to the existing on the “Gateway Wall” after heritage structure: St. Charles dark, controlled by a light Church. ModBox is keenly sensor. aware of the importance of Pub to open in February the church’s role and heritage After a number of summer in the local francophone com- construction delays related to munity in Vanier, and is been Hydro Ottawa requirements working hard to be open and and some minor flooding responsive to its concerns as problems, work is now pro- the process unfolds. gressing well on the former The design team has been New Edinburgh Pub building. steadily refining all aspects Steel framing was completed of the ambitious project, in late September and window including the treatment of installation is expected to take the church itself, the num- place during October. If all ber of residential units, ame- goes to plan, the Royal Oak nity spaces and open areas fit-up should begin by early for public use. Public spaces November, working towards continue to be a top priority. a target of “soft opening” The ModBox plan limits total by mid-February 2017, when Photo by Louise Imbeault coverage of the lot to only Steel framing is up at the future Royal Oak Pub, and windows are expected in October. 50 per cent (well below the October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 25 average for comparable urban rooms on to the bell tower. Food Markets and Market the future occupants of some Metro Interior Makeover developments) in order to In keeping with SCM’s Mobile. ModBox is once of the commercial spaces on Slated to Start January create space for a large public overall aim of environmen- again the title sponsor of this The Kavanaugh’s ground 2017: Metro Management courtyard at the front of the tal sustainability, ModBox lively event, which will bring floor. Sutherland Restaurant has confirmed that a long- church and other gathering plans to create an under- together 17 of the city’s fin- remains the only confirmed awaited interior renovation of spaces for the community. ground “puzzle parking” sys- est food trucks, along with a tenant and it is hoped that once the store is now scheduled to The signature SCM court- tem, a fully-automated sys- number of local craft brewer- Warren Sutherland opens begin in January. There are yard will include landscap- tem using sliding platforms ies, for an evening of great his doors this month, other no details available yet, but ing, seating and public pati- to bring individuals car into food and family entertain- businesses will be drawn to stay tuned for more informa- os designed for year-round a compact parking space ment in support of a worthy the site on the strength of the tion in our December issue. use. “The objective,” reports underground. ModBox also community cause. commercial buzz generated A parking lot repair at Metro, ModBox sales and marketing plans to upgrade the bicycle The Kavanaugh nearly full by this hip, new local eatery including the resetting of a director Melissa Reeves, “is path and sidewalk along the (see p. 10 for details). defective drain and filling of Domicile reports that at last to celebrate all the seasons property on the south side Projects on hold potholes, was carried out in and plan for them.” of Beechwood in conjunc- count, The Kavanaugh is late September. Development applications The current design envi- tion with the city’s “complete very nearly a full house, with for 143 Putman (ex-ZaZa- sions three commercial street” design for the corridor. only a handful of the smaller Za Pizza), 196 Beechwood spaces available for lease: an More project details can be units unoccupied. The build- (formerly Burton’s Dive), 1,800 square-foot unit behind found at Ottawa.ca: go to the ing was featured in a recent and the Claridge property at the church with street access “City of Ottawa Development Ottawa Citizen photo story, St. Charles and Beechwood to Beechwood; a bigger space Application Search” and and has earned Domicile (once Caisse Desjardins) facing the courtyard close to search for code D02-02-15- a Greater Ottawa Home are all presently on hold. St. Charles Street, and a large 0091 and D07-12-15-0200 to Builders’ Association Award In the case of the proposed area inside the church. The find all the elements of the nomination in the High Rise Claridge development, the plan is give a food-market/ SCM package. Building category. City Planning Department Deadline restaurant focus to the area Over the past two years, the There is still no news has submitted its comments for the next issue: within the church—the search St. Charles Church site has from Domicile on the dis- on the Site Plan Development has begun for a commercial increasingly become a neigh- position of the decommis- application and is awaiting a NOV 10 tenant that will realize its full bourhood gathering-place. sioned Sales Centre build- response from the developer. [email protected] potential. Over the summer, the popular ing at 86 Beechwood, or on ModBox is proud to high- Beechwood Market drew a light some interesting fea- steady stream of locals to tures of its current design for shop for farm-fresh produce SCM, notably: and a wide range of artisanal • terracotta exterior on the fare. On the last weekend of new building September, the ModBox team • ample glazing to maximize is expected to be at the market views of the bell tower to share their updated designs • a wall featuring a scatter- and respond to comments and ing of windows of different questions from the public. sizes, back-lit to produce a That same day, September “starry night” effect 24, from 4–9 p.m., St. • a “secret” patio tucked Charles Market will host the between the church and the annual Ottawa Food Truck new building, and Rendez-Vous in support • three periscope cubes in of the Ottawa Community some 7th- and 8th-floor Housing Foundation’s local units that create viewing healthy food initiatives: Good Page 26 New Edinburgh News October 2016 October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 27 Page 28 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Son of the Burgh, Albert Currie (1880-1965): By Robert Currie and were market gardeners United) Church, Albert married Margaret Elizabeth first to receive the news, why My grandfather, Albert Henry on a six-acre property across attended the original two- Irvine, a Sandy Hill girl of not Albert? Currie, was born Nov. 18, the street from Rideau Hall. room schoolhouse on Crichton Irish descent, on Dec. 10, Albert was unquestionably 1880 and raised in New The family farmhouse still Street. Albert learned the 1906 at St. John’s Anglican an officer and undoubtedly Edinburgh, the eighth child stands at 20 Rideau Terrace plumbing trade and would Church on Sussex Street, a a gentleman, but he was not of Margaret and Robert Curry as do several homes built by operate his business from union that would last until his destined to be a war hero. (the spelling was changed the progeny along Dufferin several downtown locations: death 59 years later. Albert Volunteering in 1900 to fight around 1900). His Irish-born Road and Rideau Terrace. 775 Bank Street (1907), 104 and Margaret lived in self- the Boers, he found himself parents had arrived in Ottawa, Baptized at New Edinburgh Bank Street (1909-1914) and built homes, on property sev- garrisoned in Halifax with via Brockville, Ont., in 1866 Presbyterian (now McKay 230 Albert Street (1915). He ered from his parents’ urban the battalion replacing one farm, at 18 Rideau Terrace that had been sent to South (1906-10)—where two chil- Africa. Volunteering in 1916, dren were born—and 190 he was twice sent overseas Dufferin Road (1911-1916). and both times fell inexpli- When Albert joined the mili- cably ill within days of arriv- tary during the Great War, ing in England, experienc- the family moved briefly to ing convalescence rather than Halifax, N.S., from where combat both times. Notably, Lt. Currie was twice sent he sailed the first time in overseas and where a third August 1916 aboard the S.S. child—my father, Carleton— Olympic—the identical sis- was born on Armistice Day, ter-ship of the ill-fated S.S. Nov. 11, 1918. Titanic. She was stripped of My grandfather was a her peacetime fittings, armed military man from an early with 12-pounders and 4.7- age. As a teenager he was a inch guns and chartered by member of the Boys’ Brigade the Canadian government to and when Canada joined transport troops from Halifax Great Britain’s war against to Britain. Albert’s failure to the Boers in South Africa reach the front lines in South he became an infantryman Africa and the Western Front in the 3rd Battalion, The in Europe was a godsend and Royal Canadian Regiment helped ensure his survival. and was stationed in Halifax The automobile, introduced (1900-01). During the Great to Ottawa at the turn of the War, Albert enlisted at the 20th century, became a pas- rank of lieutenant in the sion for Albert. In a 1948 156th Battalion, Canadian Ottawa Journal article, he Expeditionary Force claimed to have owned more (1915-17) and in the Royal than a dozen cars in his life- Canadian Engineers (1918- time and to have driven a 19). After the war he served million accident-free miles. in the Reserve of Officers in Perhaps this was more hyper- Halifax (1919-22) involved in bole, along with his account of rebuilding the city decimated a 1908 motor-trip to Toronto, by the 1917 Explosion, and cited in Harry Walker’s his- he later served as a civil engi- tory Carleton Saga, aboard neer with the Royal Canadian his four-cylinder Cadillac Air Force during the Second to attend a lacrosse match World War (1939-45). between Ottawa Capitals An early bit of family lore and Toronto Tecumsehs. had Albert manning the mili- Accompanying Albert was tary telegraph in Halifax on Johnny Powers, a star mem- Jan. 22, 1901 when the mes- ber of the Capitals club and sage of Queen Victoria’s death Rough Rider alum, and Alf was received, making him the Smith, the former Silver first in Canada to learn the Seven star, future Senators news. However, this claim coach and, ultimately, mem- cannot be verified, especially ber of the hockey Hall of given a family penchant to Fame. The trip to Toronto exaggerate and embellish. over rough, unpaved roads But as someone had to be the reportedly took three days, October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 29 Soldier, builder, car nut cost more for tolls than for fuel, and resulted in several flat tires. The outcome of the game remains unknown, but it could only have been anti- climactic after such an ardu- ous journey. Albert built a number of houses around Ottawa in addition to the ones erected on the family farm in New Edinburgh. One house, of which he was particularly proud, was the imposing, turreted, redbrick residence (since turned into condomini- ums) that stands at 550 Queen Elizabeth Drive, overlooking the Rideau Canal. Albert and Margaret left Ottawa in 1930 to take employment in Quebec, set- tling in a tiny village south- east of Montreal where they lived until their deaths in 1965 and 1970, respectively. Their home, on the banks of the Richelieu River, was the family summer vacation destination of my childhood in the 1950s and ‘60s. On each visit to my own family home in Alta Vista, usually at Christmas and Easter, there would be the requisite side- trip to New Edinburgh and Beechwood Cemetery where their parents and many fam- ily members are buried. Both Albert and Margaret were proud and prominent life- long members of the Masonic Order (A.F. & A.M.: The Builders) and the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire, respectively. Albert Currie’s grandson, Robert Currie, is a retired, Photo courtesy Robert Currie long-time Ottawa resident. Albert Currie’s military career spanned from the Boer War through to the Second World War. Page 30 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Golden summer for Ottawa Rowing Club crews

in Rio. ORC National Team Affiliates Jennifer Martins and Nicole Hare finished sec- ond in the C Final in the women’s pair and Christy Nurse, Christine Roper and Ante von Seydlitz finished fifth in the women’s eight. Longtime ORC member Andrew Todd took to the water in Rio for Canada at the Paralympics in the LTA Mixed Coxed Four. Andrew’s crew took Paralympic bronze Photo courtesy Melissa McKenzie, Ottawa Rowing Club in the event, which ended Hayley Watt and Gillian Cross won the U19 junior women’s pair. Photo courtesy Melissa McKenzie, Ottawa Rowing Club with a close final between A win for the senior women’s lightweight coxed eight. Britain, the United States and Canada. By Melissa McKenzie tight, fast races, including Also on the international The Ottawa Rowing Club the senior men’s lightweight stage, ORC rowers Alanna kicked off an exciting period quad, senior men’s light- Fogerty and Anna Currie of racing late this summer weight 8+ and U23 women’s raced for Canada in the light- during the Royal Canadian lightweight four. weight women’s double at Henley Masters Regatta in The weeklong regatta, in this year’s World University St. Catharines, ON, the most hot and dry conditions this Championships (FISU) prestigious and high profile year, is the largest and most in Poznan, Poland from summer regatta in North challenging summer regatta, September 2–4. America. with qualifying heats early in The fall rowing season has The ORC’s masters team the week followed by finals arrived and that means a lot ended a successful Henley on the weekend. More than more racing ahead for ORC weekend with four first, four 2,400 rowers from 137 clubs crews, including the Head of second-place finishes and one from across North America the Rideau regatta hosted on third-place finish. The ORC compete in the six-day event. the Rideau River by the ORC. ranked fourth in the over- In addition to our crews Interested in learning to row? all rankings with 10 fewer racing for gold at Henley, Find out more and keep up to entries than clubs that ranked the ORC had five members date on ORC events and news Photo courtesy Melissa McKenzie, Ottawa Rowing Club first through third, and the striving for Olympic gold at ottawarowingclub.com. Alex Bernst and Sam Garber won the U23 lightweight double. ORC masters women’s team was the most successful Canadian team at the regatta. From August 2–7, the ORC’s junior and senior competitive crews brought home four Henley gold med- als to add to the four Henley golds the ORC’s masters women won on July 31, as the 134th Royal Canadian Henley regatta week of rac- ing wrapped up. The ORC’s senior women won in the big-boat events: the U23 lightweight women’s coxed eight and senior wom- en’s lightweight coxed eight. ORC rowers Hayley Watt and Gillian Cross also won the U19 junior women’s pair. The ORC men’s crew of Alex Bernst and Sam Garber won the U23 lightweight double. ORC crews came close to more gold medals, with sev- eral second place finishes in The U23 lightweight women’s coxed eight brought in the gold. Photo courtesy Melissa McKenzie, Ottawa Rowing Club October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 31 Burgh founder’s family Bible comes home to MacKay Church By Alan Bowker Rockcliffe Manor (now the died, still in his twenties, MacKay United Church Apostolic Nunciature) near a few years later. In 1894 will formally dedicate the Birkenfels, where Thomas another daughter, Christina family Bible that belonged McKay’s widow was liv- (who, like all the family had to Thomas McKay at its ing. When Keefer’s wife taken to spelling their sur- Anniversary Sunday service Elizabeth died, he married name MacKay), donated the on Nov. 20, which marks the her sister—his sister-in- lot next door with funds to church’s 141st year. In view law—Annie MacKinnon, build the manse, now New of the historical importance and his extended family lived Edinburgh House. In 1901, of Thomas McKay as founder with him at the Manor until to honour the family that had of New Edinburgh, builder his death in 1915. It is pos- done so much to establish it, of Rideau Hall, and pioneer sible that the Bible passed New Edinburgh Presbyterian industrialist, the entire com- into the hands of Keefer and Church was renamed MacKay munity is cordially invited to one of his children, who con- Presbyterian. attend this service. tinued his dream of develop- This leaves the question of The Bible was published in ing Rockcliffe as a planned how this family Bible wound 1848. It is folio-sized, leath- parkland village. up in the residence of a er-bound, and in fine condi- Thomas McKay was a Catholic Church in Chatham. tion. In the pages reserved for staunch Presbyterian who It would seem that some recording family births and built the original St. Andrew’s descendant of the McKay- deaths, an entry by Thomas Church downtown, and taught Keefer family moved to McKay dated 1850 lists the Sunday school to the children Chatham with it, where it was marriages of his parents, of of New Edinburgh. In 1874, stored and forgotten—but this himself and Ann Crichton when the time was propitious is only a theory. We are con- in 1813, and of three of his to establish a New Edinburgh tinuing research to solve this daughters: Annie to John Photo courtesy Alan Bowker Presbyterian church, his mystery. If any readers have Discovered in Chatham, Ont., Thomas McKay’s family Bible grandson, William Alexander information that would shed MacKinnon (1846), Elizabeth has returned to New Edinburgh, and will be formally dedicated to Thomas Coltrin Keefer November 20. MacKinnon, took a lead- light on this piece of his- (1848), and Christina to ing role in raising funds and tory, we would be delighted Robert MacKay (a Montreal petitioning the Presbyterian to know it. lawyer, later a judge, and no The only condition attached McKay’s business interests Church to establish the con- Meanwhile we have great relation) in the same year. to this gift was that we proud- and assets, including Rideau gregation. MacKinnon donat- pride in displaying this arte- Other pages list the birth- ly display it. This Bible and Hall, and began selling lots in ed the two building lots on fact that relates to the his- dates of Thomas McKay others, and some artefacts New Edinburgh south from which the church now stands, tory of our community and and his wife Ann Crichton, belonging to the church, are School Lane to Dufferin Road and his mother, aunts, grand- our church. We also wish the dates of their coming to now on view in the Sanctuary and beyond. He also began the mother, and his stepfather to express our gratitude to Canada, and the births of their at MacKay. By formal- development of Rockcliffe in Thomas Keefer, were all very the parishioners of Blessed 16 children between 1814 and ly dedicating this Bible on 1864, and a few years later active in the new church. Sacrament in Chatham. 1842. Tragically, there is also Anniversary Sunday, we will purchased an estate called Unfortunately, MacKinnon a record of the deaths of eight acknowledge this gift and its of their children, including importance to the heritage of one by drowning in Ottawa, New Edinburgh as well as to and of McKay’s own mother our church, which carries his and father. The final entry family name. (in a different hand) records The Bible presumably McKay’s death in 1855 at passed to one of McKay’s Rideau Hall. children, but his sons (includ- Last February, Brian Elgie ing Thomas, Alexander, of the Blessed Sacrament Charles, and John, after Catholic Church in Chatham, whom the oldest streets in ON, contacted us, saying New Edinburgh are named) church officials had discov- all died young. When his son- ered this Bible during renova- in-law, John MacKinnon (for tions of their residence, and whom Thomas McKay built that they wished to return it Earnscliffe), died intestate, to those for whom it would leaving many debts, man- have significance. The Bible agement of the estate was arrived in Ottawa through entrusted to another son-in- the good auspices of the MP law, Thomas Coltrin Keefer, for Chatham-Kent Dave Van one of Canada’s leading engi- Kesteren and was handed neers, after whom a street is over in a modest ceremony in named in New Edinburgh. his Ottawa office. Keefer liquidated many of Page 32 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Ten years of theatrical joy for Linden House Theatre shindig. We will be having a post-show party at the theatre after Opening Night (Nov. 4). The audience that night is invited to meet the cast and crew and to celebrate with sweets and savouries and lots of chatter. It’s a chance for us By Janet Uren to say thank-you for the won- You may have noticed recent- derful support you have given ly that yet another big, colour- us over the years. ful sign has appeared out- Linden House was created side 139 Crichton St. (chez to bring comic classics— me) and outside Books on the works of such theatrical Beechwood. Once again, my luminaries as Noel Coward madly grinning face—joined and W. Somerset Maugham this year by that of actor — to Ottawa audiences. In Kurt Shantz—is advertis- the anniversary year, we’re ing the annual production of building on a record of hilar- the Linden House Theatre ity with a more modern work, Company. In fact, it is adver- Imaginary Lines, by British tising our 10th annual show! playwright Reggie Oliver. It’s In this, our anniversary year, all about what we say and we’d like to invite you to not what we imagine saying— only attend the play, but also and those are very different to come to the anniversary things.

Photo courtesy Janet Uren Kurt Shantz (left) and Janet Uren star in Reggie Oliver’s Imaginary Lines, Linden House Theatre’s 10th annual show.

The Linden House Theatre comfortable seating in an many thousands of dollars Company has a slogan: elegant and intimate theatre over the years with a vari- “Theatre for the joy of it!” space and, last but not least, ety of good causes, includ- And that’s what we’re aim- the convenience of plentiful ing Cornerstone (a program ing for yet again. Imaginary free parking. for women in crisis delivered Lines was written in 1985 at We have been fortunate for through St. Bartholomew’s). the specific request of famous most of our 10 years to count This year’s production of British director and play- on the loyal sponsorship of Imaginary Lines will take wright Sir Alan Ayckbourn, Steve McIlroy (financial place on Nov. 4, 5, 11 and and it launched the career of a advisor with our local branch 12 at 7:30p.m., with two promising young playwright. of Edward Jones), Sezlik. Sunday matinees on Nov. 6 Since then, Reggie Oliver has com (locally based real- and 13 at 3p.m.. The play written a number of success- tors), Kessel’s Upholstering will be staged at Elmwood ful plays. and McCay Duff Chartered Theatre in Rockcliffe (261 Linden House offers its Professional Accountants. Buena Vista). Tickets are $25, patrons a broad experience, The New Edinburgh Spa available online at lindenpro. including quality theatre, live has also helped us with spon- ca, at Books on Beechwood piano music before the show sorship in kind (hairdos for (35 Beechwood) or by calling and complimentary refresh- our divas). I’m also proud 613-842-4913. Free parking ments during intermission. that the company has allied is available at the theatre. The Elmwood Theatre in itself with a number of com- nearby Rockcliffe features munity groups and has shared

Some of the plays that Linden House Theatre has performed over the years. Source: lindenpro.ca October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 33 Local author Gary Hutchinson publishes first book By Gary Hutchinson a fun book for grandparents in Safdie Tower, the very big My wife Lori and I moved to read to their grandchildren, moon box. After the capture to New Edinburgh with our or for any little one right Madeline and her family did family in September 2006 before bed.” have a full day of celebra- and we absolutely love it. Aside from telling chil- tion, including baking a moon We live on Stanley Avenue dren’s stories, I’ve spent cake with moon stars. beside the Minto Bridges and time as a rocket scientist, a Many New Edinburgh Stanley Park. wireless telecommunications merchants—including the This summer I was fortunate engineer, a Government of Guardian–New Edinburgh enough to have my children’s Canada intelligence officer, Pharmacy, Union Street picture book, Catch Me the and as the Chief Operating Kitchen Café and Books on Moon, published by Toronto- Officer of a high tech start- Beechwood—have provided based Iguana Books. Catch up. Today, I work as the Chief exceptional support, and are Me the Moon is for children Technology Officer, engi- currently selling Catch Me aged two to five, and for first neering consultant, and part the Moon from their places of readers (grades 2 and 3). owner of our family engi- business. Rickshaw Studios is This 32-page picture book neering and business consult- doing an excellent job design- is a heartfelt story about the ing company, Balla Machree ing and printing posters and positive, optimistic “anything Inc. other promotional items for is possible” approach to life Of note, though the book is the marketing of Catch Me present in very young chil- listed under “children’s fic- the Moon. dren, and that I can vaguely tion” it is a true story. On Thank you to everyone for remember from my own rural March 10, 2015, after approx- your support of Catch Me the childhood. I love this positive imately two years of trying, I Moon. optimism and work to rein- ing has had on her intellectual picture books that can stand actually “caught the moon” force it and keep it alive in development and creativity. I the test of repeated readings. the young children in my life. am convinced of the impor- I believe great picture books, Gary Hutchinson’s book signing tour: Two-year-old Madeline tance of reading to preschool in which the illustrations and Oct. 8, 10:30-11:30a.m. at Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s Bank Street children and I am committed story work together to appeal loves playing with her Oct. 15, 12-1:30 p.m. at Books on Beechwood Gramma and Poppa and with to writing stories that chil- to both the reader and the their very large dog Stanley. dren will love to hear and child, heighten the reading Oct. 16, 1-3p.m. at Chapters Rideau The games they play! The that their parents will love to experience, enrich the child- Oct. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Mrs. Tiggy Winkle’s Westboro only problem is they can read. Catch Me the Moon is reader relationship, and can never catch the moon in the the first of what I plan will instill a deep and permanent “moon box” Poppa made for be multiple children’s picture love of reading in the child. her. Inspired by Madeline’s books. The early feedback for complete faith that they will Catch Me the Moon is the book has been positive. succeed, Poppa does find a geared to baby boomers wel- The Children’s Book Review way to catch the moon, trig- coming their first grandchild, writes: gering a full day of playing or grandnieces and -nephews. “Catch Me the Moon is a and celebration. Baby boomers may recog- sweet story about a girl and When my daughter Rachel nize Catch Me the Moon as her very inventive grandfa- was born, a few years ago a return to the longer, more ther. Catching the moon is now, I read her countless richly illustrated and involved no simple task, but some- books and told her “made-up” picture book stories that were how he finds a way to give stories every night at bedtime prevalent in the 1950s to the his little granddaughter her up until her 16th birthday. ‘70s. I believe that to help greatest wish. Along the way My wife and I have seen children fall in love with they have a lot of fun, build- first-hand the positive impact books and become life-long ing inter-generational rela- reading books and storytell- readers, their early experi- tionships and strengthening ences should be with quality familial bonds. This would be Page 34 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Memories of Carol Reesor: writer, cultural advocate and friend By Joseph Cull and always had an opinion. of WaterCan at the Canadian Barbara Gamble Carol brought that passion Museum of Nature. Passionate. Colourful. to her study, writing and Carol and her husband Creative. Witty. Inspirational. support of the visual arts in Berne displayed their col- Dynamic. These are just a both Ottawa and Brockville, lection of art in their New few words that capture the Ont. When an artist had an Edinburgh home where they essence of a woman larger opening, when a studio had hosted many people involved than life, whose light was a group show or when a new in Canada’s cultural scene. extinguished too soon. exhibition opened, Carol was Carol wrote an article for the Carol Reesor passed away there lighting up the space New Edinburgh News about suddenly on August 15, after with her joie de vivre. She a solo exhibition that artist a brief stay in the hospital organized and curated several Barbara Gamble had at the due to a stroke. She was such exhibits featuring local art- former Dale Smith Gallery a vibrant colourful charac- ists’ works, including a high- on Beechwood. Like many ter who was fierce, fiery and ly successful show in support other artists, Barbara valued Carol’s friendship, wisdom Deadline for the next issue of the and determined spirit. New Edinburgh News Carol championed causes that brought people together. November 10 She was an instrumental part [email protected] of the creation of what is now known as the New Edinburgh Community and Arts Centre (NECTAR) whose programs enhance the body, mind and spirit through community fel- lowship. Her contributions have permanently enriched Ottawa’s cultural life. Her winning smile, danc- ing eyes and joyous laughter will not be forgotten. Carol and Berne shared a love that endured and inspired many! Our thoughts are with Berne and their family. Carol will be Photo courtesy the Reesor family greatly missed by all. Burgh resident and arts advocate Carol Reesor passed away sud- denly on Aug. 15. October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 35 We’ve got a good feeling about this: RPPS Book Fair returns Nov. 4-6 By Adrienne Blair more than 50,000 donated grants to support literacy pro- The yearly campaign to titles in every genre. They grams. choose the Book Fair theme also find magazines, DVDs, Mark your calendars for the is always exciting for the CDs, vinyl, puzzles and board best Book Fair on 12 systems! students of Rockcliffe Park games—all at great prices. Join us for the 55th annual Public School. The themes Many folks make a day of RPPS Book Fair they suggest aren’t always it: kids settle in at the Craft When: November 4–6, obviously literary. Sometimes Corner and families drop in 2016 a theme is just in the air, like to the café for tasty snacks Where: the Rockcliffe Park an energy field created by all and even hot lunch and dinner Public School gymnasium living things. It surrounds us options. (Queen Juliana Hall – enter and penetrates us; it binds Book Fair is one of the off Springfield Road near the galaxy together. Yes: it’s community’s most anticipat- Buena Vista) STAR WARS. We’re look- ed annual events. Dedicated For more information on ing forward to a weekend volunteers give more than hours and location, or to of cool costumes, amazing 4,000 hours of their time, volunteer check our website decorations, maybe even a many working year-round to rockcliffeparkbookfair. Death Star piñata…. collect, sort, store and price com or Facebook: The RPPS Book Fair attracts donations. The proceeds from RockcliffeParkBookFair thousands of avid readers Book Fair flow not only back or get in touch on Twitter: each year to browse through to RPPS, but also to other @rppsbookfair area schools in the form of

Photo by Seanna Kreager wedloop.com Storm troopers and Jedis alike eagerly await the 55th annual Book Fair at Rockcliffe Park Public School. Glass act coming to local gallery By Mary Pratte Louise Tanguay is a profes- trained at the Corning Glass We at the Crichton Street sional photographer special- Studio in New York, will have Gallery hope you’ll visit this izing in capturing the natural a solo show entitled Water’s fall and early winter leading world, and she also produc- Edge which will highlight her up to Christmas to explore es stunning abstract, por- wide range of beautiful bowls our wide range of affordable, trait and travel photography. and platters, whimsical lan- original, local art works. We Elisabeth Arbuckle, a long- terns (also sold through the encourage you to drop in to time art teacher at Ashbury, Cirque du Soleil boutique), chat with us and see what’s works with mixed media to jewellery with glass detail- new—we change our displays create large, bold, intricate ing, beautiful panels to hang frequently. canvases, often emphasizing in windows, decorative glass Our four core artists always the mystical. Mary Pratte, canoe paddles and charming have work on display in the an amateur photographer, spun-glass nests. gallery. Martha Nixon does loves capturing nature scenes, The Crichton Street Gallery acrylic painting, encaustics, but is also driven by light and is located at 299 Crichton St. prints and mixed media in pattern in their myriad forms. Visit thecrichtonstreetgallery. both subtle and bright colours. Come Oct. 21, Jennifer ca. Anne Kelly, a glass artist Page 36 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Refugee families to benefit from historic St. Bart’s bazaar By Irene Templeman successful bazaar with pro- ated in central Ottawa), Bales “We organize them so buy- collectible vintage costume Walker ceeds topping $10,000 that for the North (which sends ers can find their favourites pieces, and a unique selection Every year, the Church of are divided among four chari- household goods and cloth- easily. Our parishioners have of scarves and purses,” says St. Bartholomew at 125 ties: Cornerstone (women’s ing to isolated communities) wide tastes, and there are lots Ruth Honeyman. MacKay Street (known shelter and support services), and, this year, the sponsor- of unusual finds,” says Tony. Carol Matson, convener of locally as St. Bart’s) holds a the Garry J. Armstrong long- ship of two refugee families Linda Assad-Butcher cred- the gifts table, sums it up term care facility (both situ- from Syria. One is expected its the popular luncheon with this way: “Success is due to to arrive before Christmas adding to the bazaar’s suc- parishioners, and often their and the other in the spring. cess. “Tea with sweets and neighbours, generosity in “We have no idea exactly fancy sandwiches is a ritual donating attractive items, when they will arrive, but from the past we don’t see plus the teamwork of the vol- we want to be ready,” says any more, and people look unteers, which creates great Rosemary MacDonald, head forward to sharing a nice hot enthusiasm.” She notes that of the Refugee Committee. cup of tea with friends. Often the bazaar greatly benefits Last fall, even before the we see them treating nieces, from the community spirit Liberal government’s push nephews and grandchildren, in New Edinburgh, both as for resettlement was under- too.” donors and customers. way, the people of St. Bart’s “Our jewelery table includes St. Bart’s bazaar will take church voted overwhelmingly estate silver, gold and vintage place on November 5 from to support a family that is cur- costume jewellery, ‘one of a 1–4 p.m. at St. Bartholomew’s rently living a perilous exis- kind’ handmade items, ultra- Church, 125 MacKay Street. tence in Lebanon. The initial response was so great that St. Bart’s decided to sponsor a second family. “We’re count- ing on the bazaar to top up the private donations we’ve received to date,” Rosemary adds. RATES: $10, first 25 words; $5, each additional 25 What makes the bazaar a words, payable on submission of ad. Public service ads success? Book-lovers and (such as lost & found) free. Call Christina Leadlay, 613- dealers alike return every year 261-0442 or email [email protected]. for the Book Room. Carefully Dog/Cat Walking And Sitting Your house plants are curated by Joan and Tony also safe with me!. Emergency and regular daily walking. Kellett, no damaged, dusty or References. Liba Bender: 613-746-4884. mouldy books make the cut. October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 37 NEST brings a new season of colours to New Edinburgh By Jenn Verma the delicate but luminescent Bishop (ceramics). Their New Edinburgh residents touch she adds by sewing work showed exceptionally have a brand-new display threads into her prints. Josée, well together: seemingly relic of colour to take in annu- who is also the creator of and found items, that were in ally. Before the fall splen- NEST’s logo, also opened her fact curated, assembled, or dour bursts onto the scene, home to fellow artist Wendy made by hand. neighbours can look forward Trethewey (oil and pastel por- Many residents took the to the artists’ studio tour sea- traits). With dry pastels at the opportunity to make this son. This year marked the ready, Trethewey sketched year’s tour, with artists report- first annual New Edinburgh subjects as part of the live ing between 60 and 100 visi- Studio Tour (NEST), follow- demonstrations that many art- tors per day at each stop. The ing the lead of neighbour- ists offered throughout the tour offered an opportunity to hood artist studio tours across two-day tour. Painter Ariel meet local artists. But more Ottawa. On Sept. 17 and 18, Lyons (acrylics) opened her than that, it offered a stun- residents enjoyed free, self- entire living space, showcas- ning display of light, texture guided tours, featuring 17 ing in every room her diverse and shape; art that reveres artists in eight locations—11 portfolio of work from por- landscape, nature, people and counting area businesses that Photos by Jenn Verma traits to landscape to mixed- story. featured artworks. Sara Alex Mullen (above), Wendy Trethewey (below left) and Josée media. Sara Alex Mullen Organized by the artists A few of the stops along Robillard (below right) were some of the local artists that opened (oil landscapes) began her along with gallerist Phil the tour are familiar to local their doors during the New Edinburgh Studio Tour on Sept. 17. home-studio tour on her front Emond, this year’s studio residents. The Crichton porch, where visitors enjoyed tour owes thanks to a number Street Gallery is in the heart and Louise Tanguay (pho- gallery on MacKay Street her moody blue Algonquin of local sponsors. For more of New Edinburgh’s histor- tography). And the Gordon features an array of work Provincial Park reflecting- information about all the fea- ic neighbourhood, featuring Harrison Studio on Rideau year-round, including that of pines painting with its pops tured artists, sponsors and artists Martha Nixon (mixed Terrace is the well-known Susan Ashbrook (in what she of peach and strokes of salm- more, visit nestudiotour.com. media, prints and encaustics), home studio of painter calls “artistic explorations”) on. Meanwhile, Lori Coulter And next year, pay tribute Elisabeth Arbuckle (acrylics Gordon Harrison (Canadian and Karen Dyrda (acrylic (mixed media) transformed to the new NEST season by and mixed media), Jennifer oil landscapes). While the landscapes). her home for the tour, shar- stopping by an artist’s studio Kelly (glass), Mary Pratte Nectar Centre’s community The Urban Ottawa ing her space with Michelle near you. Art Gallery (east of the Bridgehead on Beechwood Avenue) featured a shared gallery by Darlene Provost (contemporary), Sarah Lake (skyscapes) and Ronny Ritschel (photography). Destinations at artists’ homes were a particular treat, offering a glimpse into where and how artists work. At her lovely home, Josée Robillard (mixed media and printmak- ing), walked visitors through her printmaking process and Page 38 New Edinburgh News October 2016 Something old, something new at Something New Edinburgh By Tania Barton Littlest Bird Workshop, In Briggs Trees, grab lunch sponsors Sezlik.com Realty munity event adds to the The Something New the Ply, Sara Alex Mullen outside from The Flatbread and The Shallowbrook Group vibrant urban atmosphere that Edinburgh craft show is back, and Matthew Hinther Pizza Company and enter (of Muckleston & Brockwell pervades New Edinburgh. and year two promises to be Photography. The show kicks to win more than $1,000 in and Fraser Café fame). Something New Edinburgh even better, highlighting local off the holiday shopping sea- door prizes from Beechwood Neighbourhood heavy- take place at Memorial artisans and one-of-a-kind son with textiles, art, wood- Avenue businesses, local arti- weights in homes and food Hall (39 Dufferin Rd) on craftsmanship at Memorial work, body products, jewel- sans and vendors alike. respectively, the enthusiastic November 5 from 10 a.m. – 3 Hall on Nov. 5. lery and much more. Pre- Something New Edinburgh support of these businesses p.m. Admission is free. Following a fantastic com- order holiday wreaths from is thrilled to welcome back for an up-and-coming com- munity response to last year’s debut show, an encore was never in doubt for show organizers Jenny Nelson and Tania Barton. When you pair unique art and handiwork with a great local venue, New Edinburgh’s residents respond with vigour. “Jenny had said that New Edinburgh needed a craft show and last year proved her right,” says Tania, a new vendor at this year’s show. “We heard it from vendors, we heard it from anyone who walked through the door. The vibe, the scale and the venue were just right for the neigh- bourhood.” Enthusiastic interest from many of last year’s vendors will produce a well-curated blend of old and new. Expect to see new work from such makers as Seedling Yarn, Kick off the holiday shopping season with Something New Edinburgh November 5. Photo courtesy Tania Barton October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 39 refreshments. In order to the McKay Family Bible. See Christmas decorations, vin- Burgh raise funds for Jagruti Seva page 31 for details. tage and couture clothing, Sanstha, the Friends of Jagruti Nov. 20 – Reflections accessories, jewellery, CDs, are hosting a folk-rock-coun- Concert MacKay United vinyl and more. Bulletin try musical morning featuring Church 7:30 p.m. 613-749- Dec. 11 – Christmas Revival Duo Ian and Hal. See 8727. Adults $25, seniors Candlelight Service page 23 for details. $20, students $15. John Beechwood Cemetery 6 p.m. Board Nov. 5 - St. Bart’s Bazaar Dapaah performs music by A special way to remember October Building, Lansdowne Park. St. Bartholomew’s Church, Debussy, Schubert, Chopin, loved ones, this service fea- 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. grandmoth- 125 MacKay St. 1 – 4 p.m. Liszt and Bach. tures a candlelight memorial Oct. 15 – OCDSB Trustee erscampaign.org. One World Quality used books, one-of- with carols and a tree-lighting Zone meeting Hillcrest High Grannies holds a fundraising a-kind jewellery, gifts and December ceremony. Bring an ornament School, 1900 Dauphin Rd. 9 market featuring used cloth- the popular tea room can be to place on our outdoor tree - 11 a.m. www.SchoolZone6. Dec. 3 – Christmas Bazaar ing, accessories, toys, plants found at this annual bazaar, MacKay United Church, cor- in memory of a loved one. org. 613-818-7350. Meet with and household treasures, as which is raising funds for We welcome your donation Chris Ellis, Public School ner of Dufferin and MacKay well as a café. See page 17 refugees families. See page Streets. 12 – 4 p.m. Free of non-perishable food items Trustee Zone 6 Alta Vista and for details. 36 for details. for the Food Bank. Dress Rideau-Rockcliffe. Come admission. 613-749-8727. Nov. 12 – OCDSB Trustee Find baking, preserves, warmly. Hot beverages will with questions and provide November be served. input on Board and Zone 6 Zone meeting Rideau High school issues (see p. 7). Nov. 4-6 – Book Fair at School, 815 St. Laurent Rockcliffe Park School Blvd. 9 – 11 a.m. www. Oct. 22 – Cool it for the Kids RPPS – Queen Juliana SchoolZone6.org. 613-818- workshop Ottawa Public Hall (gym entrance, 370 7350. Meet Chris Ellis, Public Library – Main Branch audi- Springfield Rd.) Find your School Trustee Zone 6 Alta torium, 120 Metcalfe St. 10 new favourite fiction, non- Vista and Rideau-Rockcliffe. a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. Register fiction, children’s books— Everyone is welcome to ask at coolitforthekids.ca. Are even board games, puzzles, questions and provide input you 11-18 years old and want movies and vinyl. See p. 35 on Board and Zone 6 school to learn more about climate issues. (See page 7.) change? Cool It for the Kids Nov. 5 – Something New hosts “Climate Change: The Edinburgh Memorial Hall, Nov. 13 – Fall Fiddle Science and the Solutions 39 Dufferin Rd. 10 a.m. Fundraiser Mill Road Info Day,” featuring scien- – 3 p.m. facebook.com/ Community Space (former- tists, artists, entrepreneurs SomethingNewEdinburgh. ly Chelsea United Church), and educators. Come with Free admission. Browse the 8 chemin Mill, Chelsea, questions, stay for answers wares of fantastic local arti- Que. 2:30 p.m. A musical and cake. sans, artists and crafters, presentation by In Concert then grab lunch from The for Cambodia, directed by Oct. 29 – Halloween Howl Flatbread Pizza Company. IC4C Youth Coordinator, New Edinburgh (Stanley) Last year’s inaugural show Kyle Burghout. Cambodian Park Fieldhouse. 3 – 5 p.m. brought together more than silk scarves will be on CrichtonCommunityCouncil 30 local vendors, drew more sale. All proceeds to the @gmail.com. The Crichton than 500 attendees, and Peaceful Children’s Homes Community Council invites awarded more than $500 in in Cambodia. Please bring little ones up to age seven to fantastic door prizes from family and friends! dress up for costume parade local artisans and businesses. Nov. 20 – MacKay United’s departing at 3:15 p.m. for the See page opposite. Governor’s Walk Retirement Anniversary Sunday Residence. Crafts, games and Nov. 5 – Fundraiser for MacKay United Church, cor- prizes at the Field House to Jagruti Seva Sanstha Church ner Dufferin and MacKay. follow. of St. John the Evangelist, The community is invited corner Somerset and Elgin to celebrate MacKay United Oct. 30 - GRAND Streets. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Church’s 141st year, featur- Marketplace Horticultural Admission $20 including ing a dedication service for October 2016 New Edinburgh News Page 40 list of the Top 25 People in the Capital. Joseph was cited Hello neighbour! for his “volunteerism, out- standing acts of kindness, and inspiring charitable work,” and was declared “beloved within the Ottawa commu- nity” and “an invaluable and irreplaceable part of the fab- ric of the Capital.” Amen to that! Congratulations to Julia and Geoff Heintzman who welcomed their new Old English Bulldog puppy [email protected] Cooper in late August. To Deadline: NOV 10 the whole family’s amaze- ment, Cooper proved to be Photo by Louise Imbeault an outstanding swimmer in Sophie Grégoire Trudeau (left) stopped by for her caffeine planning approvals, architec- fix at the Union Street Kitchen Café on Crichton Street in Congratulations tural design and construction the true Heintzman Labrador tradition! early September. NEN Photographer Louise Imbeault hap- management of more than 70 pened to be there, taking pics of owner Christine Garand projects, primarily resource- Welcome (right) for this issue’s Business Briefs. What timing! efficient residential buildings. Welcome to Sue and Doug Ironside who moved into (From left) Artists Sara their new digs at 295 MacKay Alex Mullen and Ariel Lyons this summer. painted al fresco in the middle In Memoriam of Beechwood Avenue during the inaugural East Feast on A ceremony took place in Sept. 10. Neighbours turned early September to dedicate out on a humid evening to a rock garden in memory of enjoy music, dancing, a beer longtime Ivy Crescent resi- garden and food from local dent Simone Lecours, who purveyors. Let’s hope the passed away this spring. event will return next year! Family, friends and neigh- Chris Straka of VERT Congratulations to Sue bours were in attendance. Photo by Liba Bender plan.design.build marked Abbott and Bill Driver Condolences his business’s 10th year in who were married in late operation on July 19 with September. Sue and Bill are We send our sympathies the completion of the first hard at work on a renova- to Susan Torrie (Jarescni) phase of the project at 15 tion project at their home and Brian Torrie, both of Dufferin Road/205 Crichton on Stanley Avenue. We wish Noel Street, on the death of Street. Work on the second them many years of happi- their brother Ian in late July. phase will begin in the com- ness together. Ian will no doubt be greatly ing year. During the past Hats off to Joseph Cull who missed by Susan and Brian decade, VERT has led the made Ottawa Life’s annual and their families, and by his six other siblings, their part- ners and families. Our thoughts and sympa- thies are with Vicky Henry and her family at this very sad time following the recent death of her son Angus. Affectionately known as Photo by Louise Imbeault “Skyboy” to his owners, Sky, the red-toned 10-year-old golden retriever, succumbed to an unknown illness in early September. The extend- ed Smith family, all of New Edinburgh, will miss him. Thank you to the Beechwood Animal Hospital for their help and support. Farewell New Edinburgh bade fare- well to the Schroeder family this summer. Formerly resi- Congratulations to (from left) Emma Kerr, Rebecca Lipman dents of Noel Street and late- and Anna Chedore who earned their black belts in Taekwondo ly of Vaughan Street, parents Photo by Louise Imbeault this spring. These strong, confident young women have been Jeff and Jess with children Governor General David Johnston and Sharon Johnston attending classes at the Lindenlea school under Master Taylor Ben, Katelyn, Lucas and welcomed their Burgh neighbours and all Ottawa residents to Haas for half their lives. What’s more, with their shiny, new Jacob have relocated to the the Savour Fall event at Rideau Hall on Sept. 10. This harvest black belts they’ve earned the stripes to be called “Sir” in class Manotick end of Bank Street. season celebration featured family activities, local purveyors, and they couldn’t be more proud. Look out world: these girls They will be missed! food from top chefs and a tour of the official residence’s State are fearless! rooms.