The Fyfe-Patterson Family Embracing Greenspace; Embracing Winter

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2 NEIGHBOURS OF KANATA LAKES Hello... Kanata Lakes Dear Happy New Year to all! I hope that you are all safe and well, that you found something special to mark the holidays and that the PUBLICATION TEAM year ahead is filled with calm and happiness. Residents, Publisher: Chad Quates To start the New Year, in this issue we focus on some Content Coordinator: Heather Seftel-Kirk of the wonderful people, organizations and assets to be found right here in Kanata Lakes. Our expert this month, Mathew Pulickal from Ottawa The BasiCs of PDesigner:Ro JeffP JoneseRTy Physiotherapy & Sports Clinics Kanata, explains the Contributing Photographer: Irina Fortey We start with the Fyfe-Patterson family. Living near insuRanCe foR small Businessthe greenspace in the heart of Kanata Lakes, this importance of core strength to preventing an injury – family is all about getting outdoors and taking full an important tip as shoveling season is upon us. 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The Fyfe-Patterson Family Embracing Greenspace; Embracing Winter By Heather Seftel-Kirk • Photos By Irina Fortey

Jenna Fyfe and her husband, David Patterson, grew up in Toronto but are making their home in Ottawa, one of the coldest winter capitals in the world, surrounded by greenspace and the chance to make winter fun. Jenna says she and David met while at Queens University and then, somewhat by chance, ended up in Ottawa. She spent several years as a journalist working with CTV and as the national parliamentary producer for Canada AM, and he found his passion in high tech at Solace. Today Jenna works in event planning and organizing fundraising events. “I had a bucket list of things I wanted to achieve as a journalist. I covered four federal election campaigns, spent time in Afghanistan while our troops were there, had the opportunity to travel around the country visiting military bases, enjoyed meeting Canadian and international celebrities, and produced two live three-hour specials from Iqaluit. It was exciting and I loved every moment, but I am happy with my decision to change courses.” David and Jenna love the outdoors and are raising their children, 11-year- old Cate and 7-year-old Tommy, to enjoy and take advantage of the opportunities as well. Despite the adjustment to the cold and extreme snow with the City of Ottawa to protect and ensure the continuity of this space that can come with an Ottawa winter, especially compared with hometown as an off-golf-season recreational opportunity that is open and available for Toronto, this family has found that Fall, Winter and Spring are when their everyone. outdoor time expands beyond their own backyard – to the greenspace that “All you have to do is go to the space in those off-seasons and you can see is the Kanata Golf and Country Club. how important, how valuable, this land is to the community. In the winter Part of Jenna’s life has become her volunteer efforts with the Kanata people use it for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and even skating on Greenspace Protection Coalition, an organization that is working closely the pond. This wide-open space means people can walk dogs, children can

4 NEIGHBOURS OF KANATA LAKES build forts and snowmen. For some residents this space is literally just outside their own yards, for others, just a short trip away. This greenspace is a real hub for the community, a chance to connect at a distance, to be outdoors, and to be active.” As COVID has continued, that opportunity to get outdoors safely and within their own community means residents have not had to travel, could chat with neighbours at a safe distance, and could walk with family, socially distanced, and in a beautiful environment. “I can’t say enough about what this land means to the residents, and to the City. The value in protecting this area is immeasurable.” While she knows that many people find winter unappealing, the cold a little hard to take, she says the transition to becoming an outdoor winter person isn’t that tough. “You have to prepare for the weather of course, dress for the conditions, but then it is really about finding an activity that you and your family enjoy and just doing it.” She notes that hiking requires nothing beyond warm clothing, perhaps Yaktrax for icy conditions, and that places like Play It Again Sports offer used skiing, skating and snowshoeing equipment at reasonable prices so you can try things without breaking the bank or committing to a huge equipment purchase. As a fundraising/events consultant, Jenna has been focused on helping the Coalition raise the funds it needs to support its ongoing work, including planning virtual dinner parties. “Our goal is to do these once a month. We arrange a menu with a local restaurant, have volunteers deliver the meals, and then stream entertainment that people can enjoy while they dine. Not only does it provide funds the Coalition needs, but it brings the community together for a shared, but socially distanced event.” When they are not out playing in their own yard or enjoying the greenspace, Cate and Tommy attend Stephen Leacock Public School. Jenna said it was a difficult choice – that of whether to return to in-person school. In the end though she says the kids are happier and the school has done an amazing job at communicating with families, and with keeping the school environment safe.

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BESTVERSIONMEDIA.COM JANUARY 2021 5 Tommy has also had the opportunity to return to Scouting and his Beaver Program, with outdoor events and meetings, and hockey has resumed, in a modified format of course, but still with the opportunity to get on skates and to be with teammates. Cate too has had the opportunity to resume her passion – horseback riding at Wesley Clover. “Being alone on a horse, you’re pretty much organically social distanced and she loves it.” Something else this family has been active doing the past few months is raising and training their new puppy. “I know a lot of people have adopted what are being called COVID pets on impulse, but we had been talking about it for a long time, felt the kids were at the right age, and with David and I both now working at home, it seemed a perfect time.” She says it absolutely has been a lot of work – especially those first few months – but adds that the kids have been great at helping out. It also gives the family another reason they need to get outdoors a few times a day. Since David and Jenna came to Ottawa, their families have joined them, with David’s parents relocating from Calgary and his sister and family taking up residence here as well. “It’s kind of funny that they all ended up here, but it has been wonderful because it means we have had opportunities for backyard visits and walks together here or at the Arboretum.” Jenna’s father also relocated to Ottawa and is a resident at Red Oak Retirement Residence. “In the early days of COVID, and recently, we haven’t been able to see him but during the summer, when things were quieter, we were able to visit and have him over to sit outside. Now we facetime, which isn’t the same, but we are glad to have him close.” While COVID has been challenging, this family is succeeding at finding ways to come together, reasons to get outdoors, and plenty of opportunity to enjoy an amazing treasure, right in the heart of the community.

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6 NEIGHBOURS OF KANATA LAKES PHYSIOTHERAPY & MASSAGE Mathew Pulickal Ottawa Physiotherapy & Sport Clinics Expert Contributor

Prepping For The Winter

ByWith Mathew CorePulickal Exercises

A common misconception about core strengthening exercises is that we are talking about developing six-pack abs; in reality, core strengthening is meant for the functionality of the body as a whole. A strong core helps with preventing injury, improving performance and the ability to endure day-to-day activities. Everyone can benefit from a stronger core – not just athletes. Core strengthening doesn’t just involve the development of the abdominal muscles, you are also building strength in countless surrounding muscle groups, specifically four deep muscle groups: the diaphragm, pelvic floor, transverse abdominis and multifidis. By strengthening these muscle groups and training your body to activate them when appropriate, you are proactively protecting your body from injury and increasing its ability to engage in motions that may otherwise be impossible to sustain. Protecting your back is a priority throughout the entire year, but especially during the winter months. The presence of ice or wet snow increases the likelihood of movement-related injury. Sudden muscle spasms that our bodies enact when we feel ourselves falling can damage spinal muscle fibres, or even create a misalignment of vertebral joints. A strong core will not guarantee that you won’t hurt yourself in these conditions, but it does help! There are several simple exercises that you can do to develop the strength and coordination of your deep core muscles. Remember, the goal of these is to slowly build up strength – you should stop immediately if you feel any pain or discomfort. Plank The plank involves supporting your body in a straight line on your elbows and toes. Your form is the most important thing here – keep a straight line between the two points of contact with the ground. You can make the exercise a bit easier by resting on your knees. Try keeping the plank active for 30 seconds and then take a break. Do three repetitions. Dead Bug Lie on your back with your arms and legs extended towards the ceiling. Bend your knees at a 90-degree angle and then lower your right arm and left leg (while straightening it out) simultaneously until they hover above the ground. Briefly hold that position and then bring your arm and leg back into the starting position. Repeat the process with your left arm and right leg. Complete ten repetitions to complete one set. Take a break and then do two more sets. Squats This exercise can be done with a light weight (dumbbell or cowbell). Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and then squat down while keeping your knees and feet in line. Make sure that you keep your back straight (don’t bend over) and keep your core muscles engaged both on the way down and on the way up. Repeat this motion ten times to complete a set. Take a break and then repeat two more sets. For all of these exercises, make sure that you “activate” your core muscles. You can do this by bringing your belly button inward and then breathing normally. This will “activate” the muscles in the right manner. Having a strong core will allow you to do more with your body while minimizing the risk of a lower back injury. If you do feel discomfort or injure yourself, seek out the help of a professional physiotherapist to get your body back on the right track!

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Be realistic: If your routine now doesn’t even include a regular walk around the block, starting with running a mile a day likely isn’t realistic. Start small and make sure it has a takeaway beyond vague health or weight loss. Think about something like a daily walk perhaps to break up your routine, or an evening walk to connect with the family over their day. When you add in something that is really important to you, you may find the habit easier to start – and stick to – for the extra benefit you gain. Oh, and if you absolutely cannot stand the winter cold, don’t make an outdoor walk your first resolution. Think of something you can do indoors – like walking up or down the stairs to speak with someone on another floor instead of calling to them for instance.

Accept that you may slip: If you do miss a day of walks, or find yourself calling upstairs to the kids one day because you are really tired, don’t assume the resolution is a bust and give up. I hear people all the time talk about eating healthier but then have a birthday to celebrate or a day that they just can’t beat the chocolate craving and use that as an excuse to stop altogether. Part of why changing habits is hard is because we are changing routine, perhaps giving up something we really love. Instead of considering that slip a failure, consider it a treat for all the work you have been doing and press on.

Know that habits take a long time to establish: Just as it likely took you a long time – perhaps a lifetime – to slip into the habits you now carry, know that it will take time and practice to establish something new. Use your phone or tablet, or even calendar, to remind yourself daily of whatever habit you are trying to set. Engage someone you trust to be a check-in. Have them ask you – not every day but once every few weeks, how you are doing with your plan. That check-in will be a great reminder and a great motivator knowing you’ll need to answer the ‘how are you doing with’ question. The New Year truly is a chance for a new start. Be realistic about what you want and how you want to get there, ask for help and be forgiving when you slip and your future vision could become reality.

BESTVERSIONMEDIA.COM JANUARY 2021 9 Kid’s Corner

By Heather Seftel-Kirk

During 2020 there were a lot of things that happened differently than they did in the past and people had to be creative about how they marked holidays and events, how they connected with friends. While some felt things like Halloween were ruined without traditional trick or treating, others took the opportunity to make it unique and memorable, something the family would never forget.

With that spirit in mind, and knowing COVID is not going away soon, I propose a memory box for 2020/2021.

What You Need: A box of any kind • Left over wrapping paper, ribbons • Markers, crayon Beads, stickers, glue… anything to decorate the box

What Goes Inside: • Notes • Pictures • Receipts • Crafts

From every event throughout the year – and you can start with the holiday past, sit down with the kids and come up with something to add to the box that illustrated or explained how this year’s event was different.

Hopefully by the end of the year you’ll find the box filled with a whole lot of special and memorable reminders of the year past and realize that, while some things may have been missed or lost, other things found new meaning and perhaps new traditions were born.

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10 NEIGHBOURS OF KANATA LAKES ByGetting Heather Seftel-Kirk to Know Kanata Lakes Community Association

This Q&A with the KLCA Early in 2020 we launched the Youth Inspire Program, a series of team looks at the history of workshops by professionals in our community that aims to empower the the organization, some of the next generation. efforts they undertake for the During COVID we organized virtual, live talent shows for kids and teens community, and how you can in Kanata and we organized a virtual food drive for the Kanata Food get involved. Cupboard. The History of KLCA and its How are you handling meetings/ getting information to Role residents? KLCA was re-established about Before COVID we met monthly in person. Since COVID we meet online. three years ago, after a few years People reach us through our website or by email and we work to answer of inactivity. We are here to speak questions and help with any concerns they have. We also maintain a on behalf of the community Facebook page which provides information to our community. as a voice on issues such as How can the community get involved? development and planning, traffic and transportation, safety, and Many of our activities are the result of residents contacting us with other community affairs. We work concerns to which we generate an activity or response. These include together with our city councillor for the mosquito problems, traffic issues, and blasting impact. Recently we Kanata North and other city officials to ensure Kanata Lakes is a vibrant responded to a request from the Kanata Food Cupboard for a food drive/ community today and in the future. fundraiser. We welcome any input from the community. What are some of the activities of the Association? Have you thought about how you will handle this year’s Executive change? KLCA initiated, coordinated and set up a Neighbourhood Watch in a few new areas of KL. We also organized and coordinated a Home Security KLCA is looking for volunteers and new members to join our board. Workshop with the local police. Specifically, we are looking for a Treasurer and Secretary. We willbe launching a membership drive to allow us to continue and increase our We advocate for various issues affecting our community such as the activities. completion of Devonian Park, installation of new traffic lights at Huntsville and Terry Fox, and the addition of a dedicated left turn light at the Is there anything else about the Association that you would intersection of Terry Fox and Kanata Ave. based on resident demands. We like people to know? advocated to support and maintain the Nuisance Mosquito Program and We are blessed to live in a beautiful community with very engaged we support the Kanata Greenspace Protection Coalition to present strong residents. KLCA is here to keep this community grow and prosper, be safe, opposition to the housing development proposal on the golf course land. and be the best place to live, work and play.

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BESTVERSIONMEDIA.COM JANUARY 2021 11 ByBe Sandra Community Moore, Ottawa Catholic School - Board …Be Well… - Be Innovative This school year is almost half over. I know that’s hard to believe. Thank you to all of the Kanata Lakes families and students for being so adaptable and patient over these past several months. Thank you to all of the teachers and staff for rising to the challenge. This has been a very unique, stressful and yet, in some ways, normal school year. Teachers in both Please continue to stay connected with your community school. Visit physical and virtual schools have given structure to their school websites to see when virtual school council meetings will be students’ days with activities, assignments and community. held, follow what is happening in the school through Twitter and use We have all adapted to wearing masks, learned what a quadmester is, the calendar to see what is happening next. If you are a parent, make learned the difference between synchronous and asynchronous, and sure to stay connected to your child’s teacher through parent portals and figured out how to set up a Google meet. It has been a steep learning curve your child’s online dashboard. When our only contact with the school, but we are an adaptable people who are resilient and ready to face the virtual or physical, is through distance, it is easy to forget that we are a next challenge. community but it is important to always remember that we are. Optimism and gratitude are two of the attitudes I have chosen to help Spiritual well-being has also moved online this year. Staying connected with my own well-being. Well-being is broad as it encompasses physical, and involved in our communities of faith has required innovative mental and spiritual. As a non-professional I look to the professionals for thinking. Whatever faith community you are connected with, please do advice and understanding. Parents and community members can access what you can to maintain and take advantage of those ties. talks and resources available through their respective school boards. The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s strategic commitments have framed Parents within the OCSB can sign up for the Catholic School Parent our approach to this year within our own Board and to the years that will Association (CSPA) newsletter for instance, to find out about events like follow and apply to everyone, whatever school you belong to, whatever last Spring’s Lunch and Learn, and a November event that focused on community groups you touch. Be Community…Be Well…Be Innovative special education. Take care and stay safe.

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