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Liam Carusi,11, is spearheading a fundraising initiative at W.O. Mitchell Leading By Elementary School in Bridlewood supporting the many people and wildlife affected by bushfires in Example Australia. Please see story on page 6.

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Member of Parliament / Deputée KAREN MCCRIMMON Kanata - Carleton 613-592-3469 | [email protected] | karenmccrimmonmp.ca 2 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice News

Looking for something new to do this year? Community rallies around Consider joining the Legion plane crash victim’s family Crowdfunding we found out,” said Saad El Moubarik, a business campaign exceeds development specialist $25,000 with Message Hopper, who sat beside Pey every- BY ANIL JHALLI day in their shared office space with L-Spark on Ali Pey was more than Legget Drive. just the founder of a tech El Moubarik said Pey start up in the Kanata was friendly and kind, North Technology Park. Facebook photo and it never felt like an He was a devoted hus- Ali Pey, founder of Message employee and employer band and beloved fa- Hopper in Kanata North, relationship. ther, with a family that was one of the victims of a “We were friends, we Meet new friends, have some fun. meant more to him than tragic plane crash in Iran on would make tea and chat We support our veterans and local community anything. January 8 that claimed the in the office about ev- Pey, 48, the founder of lives of all 176 passengers on eryday things, his fam- with many services. Message Hopper, was one board. ily, anything and it was You do not have to be a veteran to join. of eight residents really nice,” recalled El killed in a plane crash in Marie Tremblay, and four Moubarik. “He was al- Iran on January 8. There daughters. ways smiling and it’s Located at: 70 Hines Road in Kanata were 176 passengers Pey was returning home hard now. It hasn’t been on board, including 63 after a visit with his ailing long, but a huge void is Canadians when a mis- father. missing. I miss talking to Ph: 613 591-5570 sile struck flight PS752 “We were all just him.” for more information shortly after takeoff. Pey speechless, we just had is survived by his wife, no idea what to say after PLEASE SEE VICTIM, PAGE 3 Limited Suites Available Reserve your’s today!

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Submitted by Jenna Sudds Although it is unknown how long it will take the applicant to undertake this As you are likely aware, the city had work, it is an extensive list of issues that planned a public meeting on the must be resolved if they wish to move ClubLink development applications forward. for Monday, January 20th. Until these studies and plans are re- I personally met with executives from submitted, there is nothing further for Minto and Richcraft in December and Anil Jhalli photo the city to respond to. asked that they, along with an executive Barbara Ramsay, chair of the Kanata The city will schedule a statutory from ClubLink, be present at this pub- Greenspace Protective Coalition, public meeting as soon as the appli- lic meeting to answer your questions. I has led the community’s fight against cant has re-submitted their plans and Anil Jhalli photo shared the details from this meeting with ClubLink’s plans to partner with supporting documentation. Once Staff at L-Spark and Message Hopper held a memorial in you on my website at kanatanorth.ca Richcraft and Minto to develop the again, the applicant will be expected their shared office space at 340 Legget Drive in honour of I know our community has many Kanata Golf and Country Club. Her to participate in this next meeting for Ali Pey, the founder of Message Hopper who was one of the questions unanswered. Your feedback group will be in court the week of this to be a productive exchange for our passengers on the plane that crashed in Iran on January 8. Pey after the November 25 meeting was Februray 24 with the city to fight the community. was one of 63 Canadians killed in the tragic incident, including clear. You didn’t get straight answers development plan. The city compiled an extensive list eight people from Ottawa. Pey was visiting his father at the from the applicant and many questions of questions at the November 25, 2019 time. remain. meeting that was held on November 25, public meeting. The applicant has not Despite my request and another di- 2019, including our consultants whom provided answers to the community’s >>VICTIM, FROM PAGE 2 lived and was part of a close rectly from the city planning team, the provided technical answers relating to written questions. knit Iranian community. city received a letter from ClubLink the application during three separate On the legal matter of abiding by the Erin Blaskie, the former “It just illustrates Ali’s im- communicating they would not sessions, I am advising you today that Forty Percent Agreement, the city and marketing director at L- pact not only in our tech participate. we will not be attending the City’s sec- the applicant will be in court the week Spark and her colleague, community, but beyond The following is an excerpt of that ond upcoming public meeting. We look of February 24. Stef Reid, started a crowd- that,” said Blaskie. “He letter: forward to continuing to work with the I appreciate that this is a very stressful fuding campaign to help touched a lot of lives and On behalf of ClubLink Corporation City of Ottawa on our application as we and frustrating situation for our com- Pey’s family. a lot of people.” ULC, and our partners, Minto undertake to redevelop this property in munity. I share this frustration and I will The fundraiser was “Ali was a great person – Communities Canada and Richcraft Kanata that will help to address the continue to support the work of city launched on January 14 very community minded, Group of Companies, I would like to City’s future growth needs. staff and the efforts of our community and soared past its initial an entrepreneur and a thank you for extending an invitation Given this, the city decided to cancel to oppose this development. $2,000 goal. dedicated family man,” to us to attend the City’s upcoming pub- the public meeting. I strongly believe that first and fore- As of press time, dona- his friend David Gourlay lic meeting on the topic of ClubLink’s The city sent the applicant an ex- most the Forty Percent Agreement tions exceeded $25,000 added. redevelopment application for 7000 tensive list of over 200 technical com- needs to be respected, and I look for- Blaskie and Reid said they “I was lucky to have Campeau Drive (Kanata Golf & Country ments on their applications just before ward to our time in court on this matter. weren’t shocked with how known him and spend Club lands). Christmas. Please continue to reach out with your the fundraising campaign time in his home talking However, as representatives from The applicant now needs to respond questions and concerns. caught on. Pey was well about our community.” ClubLink, Minto and Richcraft have to all concerns raised by the city by Jenna Sudds is the Ottawa City coun- known in Kanata, where he [email protected] already fully participated in the public submitting revised studies and plans. cillor for Kanata North.

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Our city is often held up as one of the best places on the housing supports and housing allowances, as well as a long- continent to work, play and raise a family. term financial plan to meet the needs of the community. Every economic indicator out there shows Ottawa is In addition, the councillor hopes to convince her col- thriving. leagues to update the 10-year housing and homelessness But still every night in our community, moms and dads tuck plan to include aggressive targets to preserve and increase their kids in to bed in motel rooms and temporary shelters. the affordable housing supply, increase access to housing And worse, there are those sleeping in the streets or if they’re affordability, prevent the occurrence of homelessness and lucky, on cots overnight at the Salvation Army or Shepherds eliminate, by 100 per cent, chronic homelessness by 2024 of Good Hope. and, lastly, ensure people are supported to achieve housing Faced with this reality that has eluded a permanent solu- stability and long-term housing retention. tion, we support one city councillor’s call for council to de- We encourage our readers to reach out to their councillor clare an affordable housing and homelessness emergency to encourage them to get behind this important initiative. in Ottawa. Everyone deserves the dignity of a roof over their heads. Coun. Catherine McKenney’s motion is on the agenda of Surely we agree that everyone should be able to afford to city council’s Jan. 29 meeting. live somewhere safe and affordable. Let’s hope councillors can park the animosity of the past Beyond all levels of government doing their part, private year and deliver a unanimous vote. developers need to step up to include affordable units in Coun. McKenney’s effort acknowledges the City does not their new builds. It shouldn’t take legislators to force them have the resources to manage the crisis alone and calls on the to do the right thing. provincial and federal governments to provide the City with We all need to be committed to build an inclusive, safe and an immediate increase in emergency funding for housing, affordable city for everyone.

the term such as thriving faded photos, and poor communities and envi- lighting. The collection OP-ED: City archivist rocks and rolls ronmental stewardship. does not meet modern Elvis Presley’s 1957 visit initiative at the time de- Scott. Although not specifical- conservation standards, to Ottawa. It struck me at spite the fact that the The current free exhib- ly mentioned, the city’s which means that Larry’s the time that the display state of our archives was it at City Hall, Postcards record management trophies are at further risk was a great way to con- not top of mind to many from Ottawa: Travelers duties supports public of degradation. nect with a wide range of local residents. Tales, showcases the accountability and helps Quite frankly, if I were residents rather than ho- My seatmate, former visits of Champlain, the us learn from our past as Larry Robinson and I hum and stuffy displays Kanata South Coun. Dutch Royal Family and we chart the next chapter saw the current state of of traditional things like Peggy Feltmate, was a Terry Fox to name a few. of Ottawa’s history. his prized possessions, I maps and porcelain tea huge champion for the These special exhibits After all, past is prologue. would want my trophies cups. new archives around the help make city hall a place I was thrilled to learn back! We can do bet- The exhibit was a hit and council table and she for the people rather than that Paul and his team ter and Larry Robinson’s demonstrated the cre- delivered some stern re- just a destination to pay a are looking at improv- trophies deserve our best ative powers of Paul and minders (along with a tax bill or parking ticket. ing the care of trophies care. BY STEVE DESROCHES his team. I was very proud good sharp elbow) that Ottawa has a rich heri- and memorabilia of for- As custodians of his ar- @SteveDesroches of the fact that the city we had a special duty to tage as the nation’s capi- mer Montreal Canadiens tifacts, we have a duty council I served on ap- preserve and protect our tal and this fact has kept and Metcalfe Jet Larry to protect the trophies One of my first strong proved the construction local heritage. Paul busy. The talented Robinson. The small and and tell the story of Larry impressions of our city ar- of a new city archives fa- The new facility is a and skilled archives team tired display case at the Robinson’s tremendous chivist Paul Henry was the cility for Paul to carry out gem of an institution. have been responsive to Metcalfe hockey rink contributions to our time I helped open a Rock his important work. Paul’s work can also be the vast needs of our city, contains some of the for- game of hockey for gen- and Roll heritage exhibit The move ended years of found at city hall where such as commemora- mer NHLer’s collection erations to come. at the city archives when foot dragging and delays. he has helped establish tive naming opportuni- including his two-time Stay tuned, I know that I was Deputy Mayor. More importantly, the de- the Ottawa Sports Hall ties like the new Pimisi Norris trophy awards and our Rock and Roll archi- The collectionYour of photos cision addressed the risk of Fame and mountK AfanNATA- LRT station, which pays memento Stanley Cups. vist will come up with an- and artifacts showcased of damage or loss to the tastic exhibits such asWEST the CARLETON tribute to our local First The current arrange- other fitting tribute. ticketCommunity stubs, records, city’s vast collection of one featuring championOTTAWA SOUTHNations. ment is in a sad and em- Steve Desroches is a for- programs, posters,Your ven Community- artifacts Newspaper and documents.Voice figure skater and Ottawa Of late, city council iden- barrassing condition mer City of Ottawa coun- ues and photos such as It was an important darling Barbara Ann tified a list of priorities for with tarnished trophies, cillor and deputy-mayor.

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Phot courtesy of the OCSB when my youngest regis- students would be regis- Students at high school Sandra Moore is the vice tered for kindergarten. I tered. Sometimes early are excited with new sub- chairperson for the Ottawa wasn’t ready for her to be registration is not possible jects and sometimes wor- Catholic School Board’s a big kid and she tells me because of moves or fam- A New Year: Time to Look Back and Forward ried that they have picked board of trustees and trustee often that I still feel that ily situations but if possible the right courses. For a stu- for Zone 2, encompassing way. register now if you have a Did you know that the month of January is named after dent who is starting their Kanata South and Kanata There is a reason that kin- child turning four in 2020. the ancient Roman god Janus, the god of beginnings, gates, co-op placements what North. dergarten registration hap- Congratulations to all our doorways, passages – and the god of endings? Janus is an exciting adventure of pens eight months before students who are being confi gured with two faces, as he gazes both into the future hands on learning and post-secondary plans. school begins. The school confirmed and those and into the past. I was thinking of Janus when speaking to time to determine that they The most excited have to board uses that time to who are doing their first guests at the MPP New Year’s Levee at the Kanata Legion on are taking the right mix of be the kindergarten-aged make sure that staff is in reconciliation. Saturday the 4th. courses to prepare them for children who are register- place and space set aside Sandra Moore is the First, let me thank those who came out to the levee to celebrate a career. Grade 12 students ing. This is a clear sign to for kindergarten rooms. Ottawa Catholic School with me the promises of 2020. It was great to talk with so many are waiting to find out their them that they are on their The principals and senior Board trustee for Kanata. from across Kanata and West Carleton and I particularly liked speaking with the young people who came out with their included in greenspace of current residents, some families. Letters to the Editor area calculations. of whom have resided in In Janus-like fashion I had a chance to share with my levee Storm water retention their homes from the be- guests both my 2019 refl ections and 2020 goals. In looking Ponds not greenspace the property toward high- ponds are not “high qual- ginning of Kanata Lakes back I mentioned the tribulations and the coming together of In the Dec. 12, 2019 edi- quality greenspace that ity greenspace”. development and are our community in meeting the challenges of the spring Ottawa tion of Your Community will include new parks, John Hubbard now elderly, some in poor River fl oods and aftermath of the West Carleton tornadoes. I Voice, a letter from Roger trails, ponds and land- Kanata Lakes health. believe the resiliency of our community and its residents Greenberg, an executive scaped buffers. Does Mr. Greenberg real- is remarkable and it defi nes the special character of our home. with Minto, was pub- The referenced ponds Lifestyle lost ly expect that these people I was also pleased to report on the good work of so many lished in response to a appear to be the planned Responding to Sheila can endure five years of volunteer groups. Last July I started the Community Volunteer citizen asking Minto and storm water retention Brady, Minto boss Roger dust, dirt, and commotion Initiative to strengthen our local charities, philanthropic groups, Richcraft to stand down ponds that will collect Greenberg shows typi- in their backyards without and sports and neighbourhood associations. In a similar vein, I on the planned develop- storm and meltwater from cal interest in the profit- a major impact on their briefl y reviewed the multiple events that advanced the goals set with my High Tech and Business Initiative. These local activities ment of the Kanata Golf the new development. able aspects of any new health and well-being? will continue through 2020 and you can keep track of the and Country Club land. These surface waters will development. Many will be forced to progress on my MPP website: merrileefullerton.ca. In Mr. Greenberg’s re- contain debris, road salt, Indeed he would be relocate rather than en- In looking ahead I will continue to speak out at Queen’s sponse, he refers to “high and oil drips and spills providing “opportunity” dure, effectively having Park on local issues, whether it be for our share of heath quality greenspace” and from vehicles and are not for new residents to buy their lives upended; a care funding, greater individual and small business tax relief, includes ponds as part of natural ponds. a home in a prime loca- way of life they have nur- or for emergency programs and services such as those that this greenspace. According to the City of tion. But absent from Mr. tured over many years de- supported West Carleton residents in their time of need. My A critical part of the proj- Ottawa, storm water re- Greenberg’s comments stroyed at a time they are community offi ce staff are also prepared to help when you ect is ClubLink’s inten- tention ponds are in fact is any mention of what is most vulnerable. may need assistance with provincial government services. tion, he said, to dedicate not considered as greens- lost in the way of amenity Robert Dunn And please call the offi ce if you are having problems more than 25 percent of pace and are actually not and lifestyle for hundreds Kanata Lakes with Ontario licences or in accessing programs and services. In the weeks ahead I will be launching a new, local youth Not compatible initiative (stay tuned!), hosting a roundtable on volunteerism Professional Corporation In relation to the re- in our community, and meeting with business groups and AdamMillerKelly Lawyers sponse by Roger individuals to discuss their fi scal priorities as part of the Greenberg in the Dec. Province’s pre-budget consultations. It will be a busy start Providing legal 12, 2019 issue of Your to 2020! services to Community Voice, I Finally, let me take this opportunity to invite all West Carleton Kanata-Stittsville would appreciate his ex- and Kanata residents to my MPP Skates. I have two skating events scheduled: 11 – 1 on February 17 (Family Day) at Kanata’s and surrounding planation as to how a seven-storey apartment Bell Sensplex, and 11 – 1 on March 16 (start of March Break) at areas for more building that is in the plan the Cavanagh Sensplex in Kinburn. The details are found on than 30 years. to be built adjacent to my my website: merrileefullerton.ca. Mary Miller Jennifer Gaspar Robert Pacan backyard is “compatible with the surrounding Real Estate | Mortgages | Wills & Estates | Small Business Matters neighbourhoods.” 240 Michael Cowpland Dr. Suite 100 Kanata, ON K2M 1P6 Gateway Business Park | 300 March Rd., Suite 601, Kanata, ON K2K 2E2 Barbara Sauvé 613-599-3000 • [email protected] www.merrileefullerton.ca Phone: 613-592-6290 | amk-law.ca Kanata Lakes 6 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice News W.O. Mitchell student leading fundraising campaign at school BY ANIL JHALLI five and six, launched the All the money raised have relatives who live in “Liam and other stu- Evan Greenwood was fundraiser on January goes to support the World the country. “I don’t want dents have put a lot of happy to help out his A W.O. Mitchell 13. The students create Wide Fund’s Australia anybody to be hurt and I work into this, and it’s friend. Elementary School stu- leaves, sell them for $1 Wildlife and Nature just think about all those great to see what they “If I had family in an- dent has started a fun- and display them in the Recovery Fund. animals. I wanted to do are doing for such a great other country that need- draising campaign to foyer of the Bridlewood “It’s good to know the something to help them.” cause,” said Tubman. ed help, I would want my support people and ani- located school. Those money will help the peo- Stephanie Tubman, vice “Liam came to me and he friends to help me,” said mals in Australia affected who purchase leaves can ple and the animals who principal at W.O. Mitchell was so upset because he Evan, a grade six student by wildfires plaguing the either write their names are just roaming and Elementary was im- had family there.” at W.O. Mitchell. country. or a message for those lost,” said Liam, whose pressed with Liam’s drive, Liam has been pleasant- There is no end date for Liam Carusi, 11, with the impacted by the state of parents were born and and decided to help him ly surprised with people’s the campaign, and the help of his peers in grades emergency. raised in Australia and brainstorm some ideas. generosity. students sell the leaves To date, the project “I’m not this big, famous from Monday to Friday – has raised more than person that can get at- when the school is open $600. The school coun- tention,” said Liam. “I’m – from 10:20 a.m. to 10:40 cil at W.O. Mitchell has just a normal kid who has a.m. and again from 12:45 UPCOMING donated $300 and the family in a place known to p.m. and 1:10 p.m. school’s Kindness Club have a forest fire season, For more information, has chipped in with an- but this is nothing like contact 613-271-1806. ISSUES other $200. they have seen before.” [email protected] We publish every 2nd week and mailed to every home, appartment & business

Publication Date Submission deadline February 6 ...... January 30 February 20 ...... February 12 March 5 ...... February 27 Anil Jhalli photo Liam Carusi, middle, is flanked by his peers, grade five and six students at W.O. Mitchell Visit us at www.ottawavoice.ca Elementary School in Bridlewood, as they prepare to make leaves that people can purchase for $1, with all proceeds going towards supporting people and animals affected by wildfires 613-45-voice (613-458-6423) in Australia. News Community Voice - January 23, 2020 7 Education minister says ‘takes two to tango’ to get deal done BY PATRICK UGUCCIONI of two million young “That’s why we’re re- “They don’t want to be people in the province vamping our curricu- out of class. I think peo- Education Minister and their parents,” said lum,” he said. “It’s why ple, working people, Stephen Lecce remains Lecce. we’re doubling mental families, parents and cautiously optimistic “Teacher union lead- health supports.” students recognize these there is a pathway to get ers exist to advance He rejects the no- strikes are having a real @JennaSudds a deal done with union their members, from tion his government is impact on the quality bosses despite esca- compensation to other starving the education of their education. I am lating strike action by entitlements and ben- system in the province, urging the unions to in- teachers and support efits and all that. I re- pointing to a $550 mil- voke private mediation staff. spect that’s their role. lion capital campaign, without any pre-condi- I believe strongly in the need to mentor young women. We, as In an interview with But there’s a difference for example, to improve tions. Let’s get a deal and womenHappy leaders, have an obligation New to ensure Year! that those coming the embattled minister, in priority in where we’re schools and build new keep kids in class. up behind us are lift ed and are encouraged to aspire big. In he told this newspaper going to emphasize what schools. “If we can do that, I recognitionMy teamfor International and I are Women’s excited Dayto be five back young in women a settlement to the im- we’re going to fight for. Asked how the two think we will serve the from our communitythe offi ce are and being ready mentored to serve for ayou. week by local, passe was possible “if “For me it’s about get- sides will be able to find interests of students accomplished female leaders. I am incredibly excited about extendingWith the arrival this opportunity of winter weather, and am it lookingis important to grow to know it in what future to cooler heads prevail ting more money on common ground, Lecce well. My aim through years. and we remain focused the front line. We’ve in- said “it requires us all to this process has been expect regarding road maintenance. Snow removal is based on a on students and we fight creased investments in be reasonable.” to keep kids in class and priority system with highways and major roads cleared fi rst. After accumulation,Thank you, Mayorcrews focus Jim their Watson, efforts for on joiningresidential Councillor roads, sidewalks, Gower, for their interests.” Ottawa and right across “But it takes two to to make students the andCouncillor bus stops. Hubley, Please and remember myself toat place our Budgetwaste bins Talk on community the ground The sticking point re- Ontario in public educa- tango,” he insisted. “I very centre of policy be- awaymeeting from on plows February and, when 21 and possible, for reiterating clear catch that basins the and city fi re is mains the government’s tion. To the highest lev- need the union leaders cause I think families hydrantsexploring by all your options, house. including Should youtaking have over any the concerns Kanata Golfregarding and move to increase aver- els ever. That is going to to do their part.” in Ottawa and across snowCountry removal, Club. please I will submit continue a service to request work online on behalfat Ottawa.ca of our or bycommunity, calling 3-1-1. opposing this development, and will provide age class sizes in sec- benefit students of the An obviously frustrat- Ontario deserve to know updates as they become available. ondary institutions from next generation.” ed minister claimed the that their government Thank you to all who submitted their vote for the future of the Kanata 22 to 25 students, two The rookie minister union bosses have not is fighting hard to put North Mosquito Program. Ballots are now being counted, and results ofPlease the vote take will a be few announced minutes soon.and participate I will share updates in the Kanataas I have North them. mandatory e-learning says this requires his made one substantive more in their students TransitThere are Survey two tolocations help OC that Transpo are scheduled meet the for transit blasting needs in Kanataof our courses and a one per- government to not only move since they intro- classrooms and we will Northcommunity. this winter. Th eRichardson survey can Ridge be accessedPhase 4 has at KanataNorth.ca,commenced, and cent wage hike offer. look at what it is invest- duced their proposals stand up against this es- 5100and allKanata your Avenue answers commercial are private development and confidential. will start in Ithe am coming also “My job as minister is ing, but also what kids at the beginning of the calation by the teachers days.inviting you to join me at my March 7 transit community meetingThroughout to share2019 yourI hosted ideas monthlyand feedback community directly meetings with the as OCan to defend the interest are being taught. bargaining process. unions that are demand- Transpo team. I will be launching a new Kanata North “I think that speaks vol- ing a $1.5 billion com- opportunity to share updates and answer questions you may have. WinterCommunity weather Transit can be Committee unpredictable. and encourageHence, for thethose winter interested months, umes that they have en- pensation hike at a time Ito decided join. to move my community meetings online. You can watch the trenched their position,” that we think educators, video recordings at your convenience and ask questions by commenting he said. “Whereas the that we value deeply, are onAs the your stream Councillor, or by sending I am me an committed email at [email protected]. to working towards government has made well compensated. Linkssecuring to the LRT video to presentations Kanata. Last are week, available I met at KanataNorth.ca.with Premier Ford, pretty significant moves “We think we are being MinisterHappy to Fullerton,share that the Minister long overdue MacLeod, Campeau and Drive several construction other workMinisters has begun at Queen’s with a Park.completion I took date every of opportunityfall 2021. The I contract had to to demonstrate we want fair, but we’re also fight- convey the need for the Province to help fund Stage 2 and a deal because we be- ing for students and has been rewarded to Aecon Construction. Stay tuned for more informationStage 3 of toLRT come. in our city. lieve students should that’s my job.” The previously scheduled January 20th public meeting for the be in class. While one day strikes proposedDetails on golf all courseKanata development North development was cancelled. applications ClubLink, can Minto be “It is irresponsible of continue to roll out andfound Richcraft on my notifi website. ed the I cityencourage they were you not all willing to take to attend.a look Theand city to them to keep kids out of across the province, the recentlytrack projects sent back online: over KanataNorth.ca/development.200 technical comments on the application. class given the impor- government responded The applicant now needs to respond to these comments with revised studiesThe fifth and annual plans thatTEDxKanata address these event, issues. held Theat Brookstreetcity will schedule Hotel a tance of the continuity last week with a fund to on February 28, was a huge success with over 500 people in of learning.” compensate parents for public meeting if/when revised plans are submitted. Further, the city willattendance. be in court Thanks the week to of everyone February who 24th joinedseeking us clarifi and cation to the on Lecce says what he is out of pocket childcare theincredible Forty Percent team Agreement.of volunteers I will making share updatesthis event via happenmy website each at hearing directly from expenses. KanataNorth.ca.year. students, teachers and The government saves Happy Lunar New Year to all those celebrating this week! other education workers $60 million a day when My girls and I had a wonderful time at the Kanata United Church is that they want to stay teachers and support book fair and scored some great reads! Many thanks to all Upcomingvolunteers and Dates: congratulations for raising a total of $46,500! in class. staff withdraw their • January 23, 7pm: Kanata North Virtual Townhall at KanataNorth.ca • January 29, 6pm: ForeverGreen Gala, Brookstreet Hotel His hope is that the services. Upcoming Events: union leaders are listen- “So, we’re taking a crit- • January 28, 7-9pm: 1055 Klondike Public Consultation, Richcraft ing to parents and stu- ical mass of that to put •Recreation Transit Community Complex Meeting (March 7 - 6:30 - 8:30p.m.) • FebruaryRichcraft 17, Recreation 12-2pm: Family Complex, Day MintoSkate, Room,Mlacak 4101Arena Innovation Dr dents, as well as their back in parents’ pock- • February 23: Kanata North Greenspace Appreciation Day members, “who want to ets,” the minister said. be teaching kids and in- “It’s the right thing to spiring learning.” do.” 8 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice News

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Anil Jhalli photo The 1st Glen Cairn Colony D Beavers collected nearly 200 items for the Ottawa Humane Society during a seven day period earlier this month. CARLETON Local Beaver group collects PLACE supplies for Ottawa Humane Society

A short drive from Kanata BY ANIL JHALLI spearheaded by the third Beavers and grade two can save you $100,000 year beavers, often re- student at John Young The 1st Glen Cairn Colony ferred to as “white tails” Elementary School. “Now D Beavers collected close who are in the process of I know a lot of animals will to 200 items and donat- achieving their North Star have food and blankets THE GALLERY COLLECTION ed them to the Ottawa badges, the highest honour and be warm when it’s Humane Society earlier their age group can receive. cold.” • Single Family Homes and Bungalows this month. The youth work to achieve Some of the beavers went The group held a fun- a combination of five out- door to door in their re- • Walk to downtown Carleton Place for draising drive over the door adventure skills, spective neighbourhoods course of seven days – five community service collecting supplies for the Shopping, Recreation and Restaurants from January 7 to January hours, and a project that Ottawa Humane Society 14- and donated a mix of helps others. Since Scouts while some of their parents Pre-Construction Pricing food, blankets and cloth- Canada is youth led, the posted on social media ing to the animals rescued beavers picked the proj- about the project. 7 by the Ottawa Humane ect and the scouters -older As a thank you for their From $ Society. members of the organiza- support, the local beavers 404,900 “These animals don’t tion that help supervise the group will have the oppor- have anything when they younger ones- offer guid- tunity to tour the Ottawa CLN 15 NOW SELLING FROM OUR come to us,” said Amelie ance to facilitate the goal. Humane Society, and see LC Gagnon, an outreach at- The beavers had a choice how their donations will L and SLS C JACKSON RIDGE tendant with the Ottawa of a project helping peo- help the animals that are S oyd Humane Society who col- ple, animals or the envi- sheltered. raam SALES OFFICE Napoleon lected the items during ronment. They chose to For more information, orrs 254 BOYD STREET AT MORRIS a beavers gathering on help the animals sheltered and to see what items are sssspp Saturday & Sunday 12- 5 pm January 14 at St. Martin de at the Ottawa Humane most needed for animals Monday To Wednesday 12 To 6 pm Porres Catholic School. “It’s Society. residing at the Ottawa great to see a community “A lot of animals live in Humane Society, please 7 TEL: 613-240-6135 [email protected] like this come together and danger and we wanted to visit the organization’s show their compassion for help them,” said Maverick website at ottawahumane. the animals we care for.” Gaudet, a member of the ca. www.LongwoodBuilders.com The initiative was 1st Glen Cairn Colony D [email protected] Community Voice - January 23, 2020 9 10 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice News New owners revamp application for Teron Road development

BY ANIL JHALLI Neil Thomson, presi- “Basically what we dent of the Kanata have done is we have The City of Ottawa has Beaverbrook Community gone back and looked received a revised zoning Association said the at the previous proposal application for vacant owners met with his from the previous owner land near the intersec- group and brought forth and made changes to tion of Teron and March changes from a previous the application,” said roads in Beaverbrook. design to minimize the Tremblay. “We found it The application is to re- impact on homeowners very inefficient.” zone the property at 1151 living near the proposed The three-storey build- Teron Road to general development. ing at 1131 Teron will mixed use zone to per- Thomson explained be built using the exist- mit ground floor com- residents have the usual ing zoning with chang- mercial uses in addition concerns about added es to the north side of to apartment units and traffic and noise. the building facing the to permit parking in the The building design has Bethune Condominium JANUARY SALE NOW ON Hydro easement. been simplified, accord- Association. The developer, ing to Thomson. Residents have asked Omnipex Real Estate While there will be the developer to elimi- Incorporated, recently more cars on the road – nate balconies. purchased the lands and 80 new parking spaces Changes to the nine- 12% OFF has proposed storey build- a three-sto- ing proposed rey, 30-unit “We just want the best possible fit for 1151 Teron apartment include add- building at for our community with minimal ing possible 1131 Teron headaches for the residents.” retail spaces, and a nine- and even a storey mixed doctor or den- use build- -Neil Thomson, president of the Kanata tal office. ing with 109 Beaverbrook Community Association Tremblay apartment said talks are units and very early, but CALL NOW TO BOOK YOUR FREE ground floor commercial are included in the ap- community members at 1151 Teron. plication – entering and have provided a list of QUOTE FOR Kanata North exiting the area, a new what could work on the Councillor Jenna Sudds road entrance and exit first floor of the building. said with any develop- will be added on March “Traffic is offset by the ment, there comes con- with some modifications other uses we are plan- cerns over more cars made for large delivery ning,” added Tremblay. coming in and out of the trucks that pass through “There will be people local community. the community. leaving at different times She held a public meet- “We just want the best and not leaving at the ing January 20 with the possible fit for our com- same time. We are add- city planner on the file munity with minimal ing options to the build- and a representative of headaches for the resi- ing that we hope can the developer to hear dents,” said Thomson. help with traffic con- WINDOWS * DOORS * PATIO DOORS residents’ concerns. “They (Omnipex) have cerns. We are listening The councillor has con- showed a willingness to to suggestions from the cerns on access points work with the communi- community.” to and from March and ty and listen to what we More information is Teron, assuring discus- have had to say.” available on the city’s sions are ongoing with Miguel Tremblay of website at ottawa.ca the developer to allevi- FoTenn, the planning under the development 5906 ate those worries. firm hired by the devel- applications tab. “If this development is oper, said talks between Tremblay anticipates 613-271-5434 done well, and all mea- all parties have been very the proposal will go be- sures are looked at, it will positive and that his cli- fore the city’s planning certainly provide a ben- ents want to find solu- committee in May or efit for the community,” tions to the community’s June. said Coun. Sudds. concerns. [email protected] News Community Voice - January 23, 2020 11

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Located nearby in the heart of Stitt svill e HAZELDEAN GARDENS RETIREMENT RESIDENCE 6130 Hazeldean Road, Stittsville K2S 2M2 www.hazeldeangardens.ca 12 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice News St John’s Kanata North presents Kanata couple wins CHEO 50/50 prize money BRITISH PUB NIGHT January 31, doors open at 6:30 pm BY ANIL JHALLI British Finger Foods & Desserts British Trivia • Beer • Raffle • Entertainment A Glen Cairn couple is * this year’s winner of the Tickets $25 Cash Bar Children’s Hospital of * includes food & entertainment only (CHEO) 325 Sandhill Road, Kanata Dream of a Lifetime Lottery’s 50/50 draw. 613-435-6565 www.parishofmarch.ca Kevin Brydges and his wife, Gerri, picked up their cheque for $738,045 Have at the CHEO dream home Looking ford credit on January 9. AutomotiveBurns a good used The pair were on their k? issues? way to Costco when they car or truck? received a phone call Group from Kevin’s sister, con- We can help! gratulating them. “We had no idea what UUsuallysually withwith $0$0 down.down. was going on,” said Kevin. Please call “Everyone seemed to have found out before Anil Jhalli photo (343) 999-5706 we did. Once we got home Glen Cairn residents Kevin Brydges, left, and his wife, Gerri, right, won $739,045 after we went on the internet to purchasing the winning token in CHEO’s 50/50 draw in conjunction with the hospital see that we had won. We foundation’s Dream of a Lifetime Lottery. were just in shock.” Come The Brydges have been some traveling with their help in that way.” The $2.4 million prize join our purchasing CHEO lottery winnings. The lottery’s grand package included winter classes! tickets every year since “Even if we didn’t win, prize of a two-storey, $100,000 in cash, fur- the fundraising drive was we knew that buying the 5,641-square-foot home niture, a Jeep, Ottawa Terri Morgan, Certifi ed Yoga Therapist launched. tokens went to a good located in the Potter’s Key Redblacks season tickets, Their lucky token was cause,” said Gerri, who community was claimed an event pass to this sum- RELIEVE & SUPPORT: CHAIR YOGA CERTIFIED • SCIATICA • LONG TERM CARE picked from 380,000 volunteers at the Kanata by Stittsville couple. mer’s Bluesfest and other • CHRONIC PAIN • INDEPENDANT LIVING • ANXIETY & STRESS purchased. Food Cupboard. Sandra and Richard gift certificates. • ALZHEIMERS They plan on doing “We are happy we can Rahn-Munall. [email protected] yyogaforyourknots.comogaforyourknots.com [email protected] • 613-797-7347

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BY COMMUNITY VOICE STAFF 4:00 a.m. on the morning a second vehicle. In order of January 6 at the inter- to keep cars safe, consider section of March Road and installing an after market Van crashes into Herzberg Road in Kanata anti-theft device Bridlewood store North. Wallace was trans- Consider installing a ported to hospital, where club. If you are selling she later succumbed to your vehicle, be wary not The Ottawa Police her injuries. to let anyone have access Service (OPS) continues The investigation con- to your car keys or your its investigation after a van tinues as of press time. vehicle out of your sight. drove into a Circle K store Anyone with information This prevents a thief from in Bridlewood on Friday, regarding this incident copying your key during a January 10. is asked to call the OPS’ “test drive” so they can re- According to police, a collisions investigation turn to steal it. light coloured van crashed unit at 613-236-1222, ext. The onus is on the reg- through the store located 2481. Anonymous tips istered owner of a vehicle on Stonehaven Drive in can be submitted by call- to ensure that the person Kanata’s south end at ing Crime Stoppers toll- they let drive their ve- around 10:30 p.m. No in- free at 1-800-222-8477 or hicle has a valid driver’s juries were reported and at crimestoppers.ca. license. As such, request no other details have been to see their driver’s license released. prior to allowing them to Concerns rise over test-drive your vehicle. vehicle thefts This gives an opportu- Witnesses sought nity to note the person’s in fatal March The OPS is offering tips to identity and home ad- residents on how to pro- dress. Further to that, note Road collision tect their cars. the license plate and vehi- A recent OPS release cle description of any in- The OPS is seeking any stated concerns over high- dividuals who attend your witnesses to an early end vehicle thefts such home to enquire about a morning collision on as Lexus/Toyota cars in car for sale. March Road in early Ottawa, particularly larg- Finally, the OPS suggests January causing the death er SUVs and 4Runners in- neighbourhood watch as a of a 38-year-old woman. cluding the Tacoma. line of defense. Call 9-1-1 The woman, identified Police urge residents to to report any suspicious as Yolonda Wallace, was make vehicles less vulner- activity and be vigilant. rushed to the hospital fol- able to theft by parking it For more information, lowing a single-vehicle in a locked garage and or visit ottawapolice.ca. collision at approximately blocking it in tightly with [email protected]

Photo courtesy of Scott McLaren Raising Thousands For Charities

Founders of companies in the Kanata North Technology Park, Kevin McMahon, left, and Scott McLaren, right, created their own version of the popular board game Monopoly called Monopoly Ottawa. Launched online in November of 2019, 100 per cent of the sales of the game, which totaled $142,000, was donated to charities supporting children and youth, such as the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Ottawa, the Do it for Daron initiative, the Capital City Condors and Toy Mountain.

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JJIM’S• BrakesIM’S & HIHMufflersI TECHTECH AAUTOUTO RREPAIRSEPAIRS IINC.NC. Fundraiser, party to be held supporting • Suspension & Alignment • Tune-ups former Kanata Knights cheerleader, coach • Air Conditioning • Safety Inspections BY ERIN McCRACKEN

Commited to Quality Kanata businesses are rally- 11 Sweetnam Dr., Stittsville ing to help a former longtime [email protected] 613-831-1931 Kanata Knights cheerleading jimhitech.mechanicnet.com coach. A fundraiser party takes place in Carp this Saturday Forget the cold and join us for a night on Jan. 25 to help with Beach Party on Lexie York’s long road to re- th covery after she narrowly Saturday February 8 survived a horrific beating Door open 5:30 pm Buffet 6:00 pm while on a family vacation in Music by Soundtastic Productions DJ Services Mexico last November. The event will also celebrate Photo by Pete Audette Tickets $20 ea. York, her strength and the The organizing committee of ‘Lexie’s Fundraiser and Party’ recently prepared gift baskets for Purchased from the Branch before Wed. Feb. 5th progress she’s made in her the Jan. 25 event, which takes place in Carp. The team that afternoon included Kaytie Loucks, Branch 638 recuperation. left, Ashley Moyes, Corinne Baray, Melissa Pinard, Spencer Duess, Kerian Tarasco, Amanda 70 Hines Road in Kanata “We’re hoping to make it Fleming and Lexie York. 613 591-5570 a party too,” said Melissa Pinard, a Katimavik resident surgeries to go through. School of Horsemanship The more than $65,000 gen- who first became friends “You hear about these hor- and a pair of tickets to see erated through a Gofundme. with York when they attend- ror stories happening and the Ottawa Senators face off com campaign and the TOPS ed West Carleton Secondary it’s just a completely differ- against the Toronto Maple $3,000 raised at a West (Take off Pounds Sensibly) School. Both grew up in ent story when it hits close to Leafs, including parking. Carleton Rivermen hockey Dunrobin and still have fam- home,” Pinard said. “It’s con- Eagle Creek Golf Club in game last November will help OFF In 2020, Let’s Focus TAKE Y SENSIBL ily there. “She didn’t want just stantly on my mind. It’s crazy the Carp area has donated with future reconstructive POUNDS On Health! a fundraising auction. She the actions of one person af- a round of golf for four. And surgeries, as well as day-to- TOPS can help you reach your weight­loss goals by wanted it to be a party and a fect everyone so deeply.” Glenn Lucas, owner of the day living expenses since York providing the tools, information, support, celebration.” Mexican authorties have Kinburn Business Park, has isn’t ready to return to her ca- and accountability to be successful. After undergoing surgery reportedly charged one man donated three e-scooters. reer as a flight attendant. We are starting brand new programs in January in a hospital in Mexico, York with attempted murder and All of the food for the cel- The Kanata Knights Football in your area! finally returned home at the aggravated assault. ebration has also been Club pitched in with a fund- beginning of December. But The support the commu- donated. raising campaign of their Call Maimie at 613 838­4777 she has a number of addi- nity has provided since the “It’s crazy the amount of own, raising over $5,000 for tional reconstructive facial attack has helped. people that have been just York. “It’s great how many posi- wanting to get involved “This has affected her life,” tives can come out of such in donating things,” said said Pinard. “This is going to a negative experience and I Pinard. “Everyone’s just kind be a lifelong battle with her. TOPICS COVERED: This seminar think it’s brought everyone of stepped up and wanting to “The more we can raise for is completely FREE! • Parenting arrangements after divorce • Division of assets and debts (with particular attention to pensions and the matrimonial home) closer too,” Pinard said. help.” her, the better.” • Spousal support • Child support • Common law situations She and her friends who More auction items are wel- • Life insurance • Wills • CPP • Children’s property • Animals are organizing the fundrais- come and can be donated up EVENT DETAILS: ing and party are in awe of the until the event. SEMINAR LEADER: Evita Roche amount of support they have In the meantime, family The fundraiser takes place Evita Roche was Canada’s first full-time lawyer-mediator. received. and friends are by York’s side Jan. 25, from 7 p.m. to mid- Since 1979 she has helped over 5,000 couples mediate the issues When they put out a call for since her vision remains im- night, at the Carp Agricultural arising from their separation. In the 1990s, Evita was a Professor help with the event, the Carp pacted and she is not yet fully Hall, 3790 Carp Rd. Parking is of family law and mediation at the University of Ottawa law school, Agricultural Society donated independent. free. Admission is $5 and kids where she received the first Excellence in Teaching Award. Divorce University is an evening seminar Her private practice is restricted to separation and divorce mediation, space to host it. They try to ensure her spir- 12 and under get in for free. about separation and divorce. and she frequently delivers seminars on subjects related to family law. Thousands of dollars worth its remain high. In the wake Music will be performed of products and services have of the brutal attack, York has by Evil Creek and Walking WHEN & WHERE: GUEST SPEAKER: Joyce McGlinchey, “Why a Home Appraisal is Necessary” been donated, many by kept up a positive outlook. with Crows, and there will be Kanata, West Carleton, and “She’s still the same Lexie. free snacks, a cash bar, raffle EAST END: Tuesday, Jan 28 OR YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Ample time will be provided for Evita to answer all your questions (in simple English) about separation and divorce. Stittsville businesses, from She’s very positive. She’s tak- draws and a silent auction. Wednesday, Feb 5 gym memberships, beauty, ing everything one step at a There is no ATM on site. For art and tech to an overnight time,” Pinard said. details or to donate a silent WEST END: Wednesday, Jan 29 OR The seminar is completely free, but pre-registration is required. Tuesday, Feb 4 For more information about the seminar, or to register, stay and breakfast at the “But it’s going to be a slow auction item, visit facebook. contact Evita at: [email protected] or call 819.458.3279 Brookstreet Hotel, a horse- process, a slow recovery. But com and search for ‘Lexie’s All seminars will run 6:30 - 9:00 pm. Exact seminar locations will be sent upon registration. back riding camp at Wesley every day she’s getting one Fundraiser.’ Clover Parks’ Ian Millar step closer.” [email protected] Sports Community Voice - January 23, 2020 15 New Huntley U15 team off to an impressive start PIERCEY TUTORING

BY ERIN McCRACKEN Canadian Junior Curling won at a U15 bonspiel in it. They all want to be there. Carole Piercey Championships on differ- Pembroke. They want to practie.” B.A. Education, OCT The young Carp and ent teams in the 1990s. They’re now planning to That could be why, in part, Special Education Teacher Kanata curlers with Team Team LIKE formed last compete in the provincial they’ve done so well in their LIKE are only in their inau- summer, comprised of qualifiers in Brockville in first season. gural competitive season girls who all started in the early February to gain more They have the passion. 3 Nipigon Way together but already have a Huntley Curling Club’s Little experience. They train a lot. They make few wins to their credit. Rocks program. The young athletes are shots happen when it mat- Kanata The Huntley Curling Club’s Most have been curling for putting in the time and ef- ters, communicate well 613-271-0932 U15 team members include several years with the ex- fort it takes to improve and and are good listeners, said Erika Wainwright, 12, of ception of Samantha. This do well this season, which Frlan. Carp, Lauren Norman, 11, of is only her second season continues until early April, “They’re putting in hard Carp, and Kanata’s Katrina on ice. Frlan said. work,” he said. “And they YOUR VOICE Frlan, 12, Isabella McLean, Erika and Katrina had They train at the Huntley care about getting better 12 and permanent spare competed before. But the club twice a week after so it’s coming out in the for community news Samantha Wall, 12. others are new to this level school for more than an results.” and information “They’re really complete- of play. hour each time. They also [email protected] ly unexpected,” said head Just last weekend Team play weekly games at the coach Louis Frlan, who has LIKE earned fourth place at club and with the Ottawa been coaching kids’ curl- a two-day U15 Junior Slam Youth Curling League. ing for about seven years. Series bonspiel in Russell. Team LIKE – which stands St. Mary’s Anglican Church “They’re having a lot of fun They finished the round for the first letter in each of together. They’re having a robin in fourth place out of their names – also enters Sunday Services TTellell yyourour good time.” eight teams, and narrowly one bonspiel a month. This is his second season lost the consolation final, “I would say that they all coaching at the competi- Frlan said. have big dreams,” said Frlan. @ 9:00 am ccongregationongregation tive level. The team is also They also won in recent “You can’t teach passion. 2574 Sixth Line Road, Dunrobin coached by Brian Norman weeks at the Ladies Curling “You can sort of see some 613-832-1331 aaboutbout and Adam McLean, Association’s U15 bantam kids have it and want it, and who both represented bonspiel at the RA Centre, they want to be on the ice Church of God Newfoundland at the and last November they and they can’t get enough of International Canada uupcomingpcoming IS JANUARY 1st THE TRUE START OF THE NEW YEAR? Weekly Sabbath Services (Saturday) at 1:00 p.m. sservices!ervices! PLEASE JOIN US FOR ENRICHING MESSAGES AND DISCUSSIONS. Please call or email for location 613-416-1533 or [email protected] Interprétation de l’anglais au français disponible sur demande. www.cgiottawa.ca cogcanada

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Photo by Adam McLean The Huntley Curling Club’s Team LIKE includes Erika Wainwright, 12, left, Lauren Norman, CChurchhurch DDirectoryirectory 11, permanent substitute Samantha Wall, 12, Isabella McLean, 12, and Katrina Frlan, 12. This is their first season competing together. CALL 613-458-6423 x101 TO BOOK YOURS NOW! 16 January 23, 2020 - Community Voice Sports Lady Sens forward commits to York University this fall

BY ANIL JHALLI just before Christmas of want to be part of it.” me to do it finally,” said “I have been fortunate 2019. The grade 12 student at Abby of her reluctance to enough to play with a lot For Abby Hooper, the lat- “I really wanted to be in Earl of March Secondary play a forward position. of these girls since we est chapter in her hockey Toronto and regardless School currently leads her “I always joined the rush were just young kids,” said career is coming to an end. of what happened with team in scoring, and looks when I played D so I might Abby. “I have been part The 17-year-old left hockey, I have always forward to contributing to as well try it. Worked out of the KGHA my whole winger with the Ottawa wanted my next step to the York University Lions pretty good I think.” hockey life and have made Lady Senators Midget be in Toronto,” said the come September. Abby, who started play- some great friends. I will level team is inching Kanata Lakes resident An offensive minded ing hockey with the KGHA definitely hit me once the closer to the end of her who played through player, Abby’s natural po- at the age of four years old, season comes to an end. Photo courtesy of Abby Hooper time in a Lady Sens uni- the ranks of the Kanata sition was on the defen- said as her time as a Lady I will get emotional for Kanata Lakes resident and form and is committing to Girls Hockey Association sive side before switching Sens nears, she will cer- sure.” current left winger with York University women’s (KGHA).“I met with peo- full-time to left winger this tainly miss the relation- Abby has applied to the the Ottawa Lady Senators hockey program in the fall ple at York and visited the season. ships and coaches who communications and midget AA team Abby of this year after signing a school and I just fell in At first, she was against have helped her grow into media arts programs at Hooper will study at York letter of intent with the love with it. There’s a great the change. the person and player she York University. University this fall on an post secondary institution hockey program and I just “My coaches convinced is today. [email protected] athletics scholarship. COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY PAINTING PAINTING PAINTING TIM BENGER � PAINTING CONTRACTOR •Interior Specialist HUNT’S •Residential Commercial PAINTING •Dry-wall repairs Small Renos • Trim Install • Handyman • Spray painting • Small Repairs • FREE Estimates ANNIVERSARY •Maintenance painting •Seniors discount • Drywall & minor repairs Visit our website TimBengerPainting.ca Scott Hunt • 613-612-9727 or email us at [email protected] [email protected] STITTSVILLE 613�293�8682 ONTARIO BRINGING HOMES TO LIFE PAINTING WATER WATER WE’RE THERE FOR YOU WHEN YOUR WATER BREAKS Painting Plumbing ABdec Water Treatment Serving Ottawa & The Valley since 1993 Softeners •Water Softeners •Pumps & Pressure Systems • Interior and exterior painting Biagio Basile U.V. Sterilizers •Iron/Sulphur Filters •MOE Licensed Well Technicians 613-599-4556 Water Pumps • Drywall and Handyman services •UV Systems •30 YEARS IN BUSINESS • Free estimates and great prices [email protected] •Reverse Osmosis •FULLY INSURED Wells & Extensions • Fully insured www.abdecpaint.com 613-256-5129 • 3331 March Road, Carp Commercial or Residential NOW ACCEPTING VISA AND MASTERCARD [email protected] thewaterdoctor.ca • 613-880-0587

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BY ANIL JHALLI with the Kingston Frontenacs Markhauser said the unex- in the Ontario Hockey League pected coaching change at an The Kanata Lasers Junior A (OHL). important time in the season Hockey club turned to a famil- Dewan played three seasons doesn’t serve as a distraction. iar face to fill its vacant head with the Peterborough Petes “We have a good team that coach position. in the OHL. He hung up his is a playoff team but every- Adam Dewan begins his lat- skates in 2009 after stints in one has to do their part.” said est stint behind the bench of the East Coast Hockey League Markhauser. “We have to be the Central Canadian Hockey and American Hockey League. more intense. It’s a new type League (CCHL) team with less His first coaching foray was of motivation now. (Coach than 20 games left in the regu- as an assistant with the Ottawa Dewan) is going to push the lar season. 67’s. leaders of this team and we Dewan takes over for Dave The Lasers dropped a 4-2 de- are going to push the other Leger, who left the team to cision to Hawkesbury at the players. If you don’t want to coach a pro hockey franchise Kanata Recreation Complex compete, you won’t play. It’s in Hungary. Leger said it was on January 16 in Dewan’s simple.” an offer “that was too good to first game back. “This teams Lasers general manager Ian turn down.” is loaded with skill and the Henderson said he respects Dewan, raised in Glen Cairn, talent is unreal,” Dewan told Leger’s decision because some is excited for another opportu- Your Community Voice before opportunities “only come nity with the Lasers. “There’s a his first game. around so often,” and thanked great coaching staff who will He said his players need to him for his time with the team. help me,” said Dewan. “It feels be tougher and battle harder “We needed someone to good to be back and I am ready for the puck at both ends of come in and really motivate to go.” the ice. the guys,” said Henderson Dewan, a past recipient of the “There are areas we have to of Dewan’s hiring. “We didn’t CCHL’s coach of the year hon- work on,” he said, noting his want to let it linger. I’ve known our with the Kanata Stallions, first goal is to get his team into Adam for years and it just Anil Jhalli photo the predecessor to the Lasers, the playoffs. made sense.” Kanata Lasers general manager Ian Henderson, right, welcomed Adam Dewan, left, back as most recently served as a scout Team captain Liam [email protected] the team’s head coach on January 16. Lasers acquire Kanata raised defenceman for stretch run

BY ANIL JHALLI that surrounds him. This latest chapter in his development is It has been a memorable year expected to be a short one as Simon Stephens’ in the young hockey career of he will likely join the 67’s full Ranvir Gill -Shane. time in the fall. THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE The 16-year-old, who was “I am here to help the Lasers raised in Glen Cairn, has a few win, but the 67’s are in the back IN THE Ontario Hockey League (OHL) of my mind and I know I have DOG NIGHT-TIME games under his belt after re- to work hard to make the team BASED ON cently being called up by the come the fall,” the product of THE NOVEL BY Mark Haddon Ottawa 67’s, the team that se- the Kanata Minor Hockey DIRECTED lected him in last year’s OHL Photo courtesy of Ranvir Gill-Shane Association said. “I have been BY SANDY WYNNE draft. Ranvir Gill-Shane is expected to join the Ottawa 67’s on a part of the culture already Before joining the Ottawa full time basis next season. Before then, the Kanata born and have played some games Junior Senators of the defenceman will play for the Lasers for the remainder of the and been around players and Feb 4 - 15 2020 Canadian Hockey League 2020 season as the team prepares its postseason push. coaches. So, I feel like that gives (CCHL), where he was me an edge.” named rookie of the month Voice. “I am playing closer to I couldn’t pass it up,” said Martin Dagenais, Gill- in November of 2018, the de- home but the focus stays the Henderson. “He’s a terrific Shane’s coach with Ottawa fenseman scored 35 points same. Play hard no matter who player not only that can pro- Junior Sens in the CCHL in 45 games with the Midget I am playing for.” tect his end, but can jump doesn’t envision his former AAA Senators of the Eastern Lasers general manager Ian up and join the rush. He has defensemen having trouble Ontario Minor Hockey League. Henderson said Ranvir is an a great offensive sense to the adjusting to the OHL style. The young rearguard was elite player that will help sta- game and sometimes that can “He is only going to get bigger traded earlier this year to the bilize the team’s defensive core be hard to find in a player of his and stronger, and he is so good Kanata Lasers. anchored by captain Liam position.” with the puck,” said Dagenais. “I was more caught off guard Markhauser. Gill -Shane is embracing the “He is creative and has a great than anything by the trade,” “When the opportunity change of scenery and has first pass out of the zone.” kanatatheatre.ca | 613.831.4435 Ranvir told Your Community presented itself to get Ranvir, been impressed with the talent [email protected] What’s Happening? Community Voice - January 23, 2020 19 Until January 29 at 2500 Campeau Drive in tea and scones after the Legion, Branch #638 – community. The two Drive in Stittsville. All The West Ottawa Ladies Kanata North . For further reading. All are welcome Kanata cordially invites groups are looking for proceeds from the eve- Chorus is recruiting new information email info@ and admission is free. For all women 18 years and volunteers to help as- ning support the orga- singers with four open kanatagallery.ca or call more information, call over to a spaghetti dinner sess pathways, sidewalks nization’s scholarship house rehearsals. There at 613 580-2424 ext. 33341 613-592-4747. and information night, and crossings in win- program. For more infor- will be auditions before Visit kanatagallery.ca for starting at 5:30 p.m. with ter conditions. Starting mation, please visit cfu- joining. Rehearsal times other news and events January 29 a reception followed by point is 11:30 a.m. at the wkanata.ca/Trivia-Night and venue on at at www. from the gallery. The Kanata Greenspace dinner 6:00 p.m. at the Beaverbrook Community or call 613-592-1257. westottawaladieschorus. Protective Coalition Kanata Legion, 70 Hines Centre, located at 2 ca. January 26 is hosting its Forever Road in Kanata North. Beaverbrook Road in February 8 The Glen Cairn Ladies Green Gala from 6:00 Featuring guest speaker Kanata North. For those The Kanata-Hazeldean Until January 31 Softball Association is p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Karen McCrimmon, MPP individuals interested Lions Club is holding its Do you have books that hosting a euchre tourna- Newbridge Ballroom for Kanata-Carleton and in helping, please come Winter Carnival start- need a new home? The ment at 1:00 p.m. at the inside the Brookstreet a veteran herself. The prepared to walk outside ing at 8:30 a.m. at the Kanata United Church Kanata Sports Club, lo- Hotel. For more in- event is no cost, how- with non-slip boots and Dick Brule Community book drop at 33 Leacock cated on the second floor formation, visit our- ever, monetary or food suitable winter clothing. Centre at 170 Castlefrank Drive is open 24 hours. We of the Jack Charron Arena kanatagreenspace.ca/ donations to the Kanata Four walking routes in Road. Dress warmly for are accepting donations at 10 McKitrick Drive in forevergreen-gala. Food Cupboard are much Beaverbrook will be as- a day filled with activi- for our February book fair Kanata South. For more appreciated. Please sessed. The results will be ties, starting off with a until January 31. Follow information, please con- January 30 sign-up early to guaran- compiled and presented pancake breakfast. Fun us on Facebook for dates tact Kim Kirby at 613-791- The Kanata & District tee seating on or before to the City of Ottawa. For for the whole family. For and reminders @ Kanata 9306 or kkirby366@gmail. Breast Cancer Group January 30, 2020. To sign information or if you want more information, visit United Church annual com. meeting will be held at up, please call the Kanata to help out email info@ khlions.com. book fair or visit kuc.ca. 7:00 p.m. in the Mlacak Legion at 613-591-5570 kanatabeaverbrook.ca. January 26 Centre, located at 2500 or email rclbr638@gmail. This is open to non- Until February 2 There will be a read- Campeau Drive in Kanata com or drop in. February 7 profit groups, when no The Kanata Civic Art ing of author C.S. Lewis’ North. Please contact The Canadian fee is charged to attend. Gallery invites you to its ‘The Magician’s Nephew’ Judy at 613 592-1929 for February 2 Federation of University Submissions are subject- show ‘Frosted’ exhibit- at the St. John’s Anglican more information. The Kanata Beaverbrook Women’s Kanata Chapter to the editor’s discretion ing fine art work from Church in Kanata North, Community Association is sponsoring a trivia and space availability. local artists. Admission is located at 325 Sandhill February 2 and the Council on Aging night at the Amberwood Please submit events to free. The gallery is located Drive from 2:00 p.m. to The Ladies’ Auxiliary in Ottawa are review- Lounge and Eatery, lo- editorial@ottawavoice. at the John Mlacak Centre 4:00 p.m. There will be of the Royal Canadian ing the walkways in the cated at 54 Springbrook ca.

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