The voice of the community for more than 70 years • November-December, 2020 • Vol. 72, No. 2

A relaxed Arundel Ave. scarecrow surveys his tranquil autumn kingdom. Photo: Marié-Frederique Caron

Unlocking Beechwood’s main street potential FEATURED Beechwood Village Alliance 2.0 ARTICLES INSIDE... By Robert Todd is being renewed and reinvigo- challenges, especially develop- shopping and eating-out area. My summer job rated to meet the needs of today ment-related issues that need Beechwood Ave. today is as a PSW In the best spirit of ‘everything and tomorrow. Manor Park res- community input to ensure a different from the street that Page 10 old is new again’, the Beech- ident Tony Stikeman is chairing people-friendly, main-street emerged from the devastating Autumn Splash: wood Village Alliance (BVA) a revived BVA to address these atmosphere along our closest CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Photos from across Manor Park COVID-19 assessments test the resolve of Manor Park families Page 17 St. Columba’s By Wes Smiderle Manor Park family has already Both times, the results were different. 60th anniversary had to bring their children in for negative. However, the family’s When Melissa and Johna- Page 43 Stuffy nose season hasn’t even testing due to symptoms of CO- two experiences while awaiting than Hammell’s daughter de- truly begun yet, but at least one VID-19 twice this school year. their results proved to be very CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

Volunteers Needed to Join MPCA’s Community Plan Your Winter Soirées Outreach Committee and & Family Gatherings MPCA’s Development Committee Private, outdoor and physically distanced! In and around Manor Park’s intimate skating puddle. Your community association looks MPCC will tend to your bonfire, share games forward to hearing from you! & provide supervision [email protected] [email protected] See Page 25 See Page 22 for registration details Page 2 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 The Chronicle welcomes Heartfelt thanks a new editor St. Columba Church and Chronicle volunteers By Sharleen Tattersfield carry the day! This November-December 2020 By Sharleen Tattersfield Chronicle heralds the appoint- ment of a new editor for our This spring, when our com- community newspaper. Please munity (like other communi- join me in extending a warm ties across Canada) was reeling welcome to Wes Smiderle with the uncertainties and un- who will take over the reins as knowns presented by the first editor for the next issue of the wave of COVID-19, the Manor Manor Park Chronicle – our Park Chronicle hit the pause January-February 2021 edi- We extend a warm welcome to button as it explored safe and tion. Wes Smiderle, the Chronicle’s new efficient ways to continue its Wes can’t wait to return editor. Photo: Gwen Smiderle community-wide circulation. to the world of community newspapers. After working as a Our long-standing distribu- freelance writer and columnist for the Ottawa Citizen many tion hub, Manor Park Public years ago, he became a reporter and later editor with a group School, had closed and local of local weekly publications in the city’s east end before businesses, community centres moving on to other fields. and halls were shuttered. Our We’re delighted that Wes’ story on social isolation dur- concern for the health and safe- ing COVID-19, which features personal input from several ty of our delivery volunteers At St. Columba! Let the route-bundling begin! Behind masks are volunteers (left Manor Park families, is one of the lead articles in this issue. was paramount; our commit- to right) Natalie Sachrajda, Lynn Teeple, Jackie Sachrajda, Céline Couture and And, we’re so pleased that his guiding hand was instrumen- ment to ensure the seamless de- Robert Todd. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield tal in coordinating the content for Manor Park Community livery of the Chronicle to your Council’s pages. Wes, you are making your mark already! doorstep was top-of-mind. our volunteer carriers. team of 72 volunteers. Although a resident of nearby Riverview Park, he and Our new hub and our re- We thank each and every his family have frequented many of the attractions and busi- St. Columba steps forward vised carrier drop-off system one of you – especially for your nesses of Manor Park. In a gesture of unparalleled is working like a charm! St. dedication in delivering our They’ve taken the edge off of a sweltering summer after- community spirit, St. Columba Columba Church quite liter- community paper during this noon with a cool splash in The Pond, sampled the sticky sweets Anglican Church approached ally saved the day this past COVID-19 pandemic! of the Vanier Museopark’s Sugar Shack in Richelieu Park, as the Chronicle’s Advisory Board spring and its generosity con- well as dishes from other neighbourhood cafés and restaurants, early in May, offering the use of tinues today as we plan for the Comings and goings and enjoyed an evening with the RCMP Musical Ride. its church hall as a distribution ongoing use of the church hall This September we said good- As the Chronicle’s incoming editor, Wes is eager to deep- hub for coordinating Chronicle as the Chronicle’s distribution bye to four long-time carriers: en community connections and explore the issues unique to delivery. What welcome news! hub. Bahman Assadi, Ed Brady, Manor Park. In this centrally located We are truly grateful and Edna Crowe, and Patricia While daily media shift their attentions away from local and easily accessible space, extend sincere thanks to the Senack. Thank you for being coverage, the city’s continued growth and the changes in ur- a truck-load of press bundles church for helping to ensure part of our delivery team and ban living imposed by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic have could be dropped off where that the Chronicle reaches the for your contribution to our made local community connections more important than ever. papers could be sorted and re- doorsteps of all our Manor Park community. Wes encourages anyone in Manor Park with stories, pho- bundled into individual carrier neighbours. We welcomed Jackie Sa- tos or comments to reach out to him and the Chronicle at routes. Then delivery route chrajda as our new Delivery [email protected]. captains and volunteers could Hat’s off to our volunteers! Coordinator and four new The Chronicle production team looks forward to work- pull-up in the church’s back Dedicated delivery volunteers carrier volunteers: Alexan- ing with Wes, in the new year and to our next issue with great parking lot to receive their are the lifeblood of our commu- dra Diebel, Natalie Sachraj- anticipation! multiple route bundles ready nity newspaper! The Chronicle da and Matthew Solheim and for drop-off at the homes of is especially blessed with its his son.

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During the last few years there has been a much greater inter- est in gardening and especially since COVID-19 grounded us all at home. Most people suc- cessfully grow tomatoes and ingredients for salads and also old favourites such as rhubarb, raspberries and gooseberries. When a dry spell turns the grass brown, flamboyant flow- ers in beds or attractive pots bring colour beneath the cano- py of beautiful green trees. History tells of the victory gardens during WW II when Mila’s garden was an outstanding food was scarce and rationed, success; this garden basket featured and again we think of being a bountiful harvest of 12 different more self-sufficient in pan- vegetables. Photo: Mila Py demic times. We have among us a particular “green thumb.” who passed by giving advice Mila is a university stu- and thumbs up. dent studying earth and envi- This summer, student Mila Py turned her family’s front yard on Arundel Ave. into an expansive and prolific vegetable When work is done, the ronmental science, so it was a garden. Photo: Mila Py family enjoy their personal natural progression to plan on backyard space to relax in turning a straggly Manor Park with new topsoil in the south- chini, including a five-pounder the zucchini kept the monster peace and quiet. Mila has used front lawn into a productive ern sun exposure. With advice conversation piece sitting with plants confined. The joy of a large unused space in the vegetable garden with help from neighbours, Mila wanted pride of place on the kitchen watching the garden grow was front of the house and turned from her parents Monika and to try out as many varieties as counter; bush beans through a bonus during a difficult CO- it into an attractive, flourishing Manor Park Estates_COLOUR_N 20_Layout 1 2020-10-29 1:39 PM Page 1 Christophe Py. She had learned possible – 17 different vegeta- August and September and in VID-19 summer and was not vegetable garden. Next year about the negative effects on bles, such as lettuce, arugula, October horticultural white as much work as expected. Mila and family will no lon- the environment of indus- zucchini, and bush beans. Ev- beans as well as tomatoes con- This plan brought the fam- ger be beginner gardeners, but trial agriculture and the huge erything grew and she learned tinuing to ripen on the vine. ily not only a bountiful harvest experienced gardeners from amount of water used to keep for next year not to plant all the Manor Park is alive with of vegetables – around 100 whom we will be seeking ad- grass green – perhaps pleas- seeds at the same time. busy squirrels, skunks and pounds of produce – but also vice on how to promote more ing to the eye but not useful There was a constant ground hogs, but Mila thinks the fun of working together. front-yard vegetable gardens. like a bountiful vegetable gar- harvest of fresh vegetables having the garden in the front In a year with so much social Congratulations, Mila! den. As a vegetarian it was throughout the summer – let- of the house with frequent car isolation, this was precious. An a real delight to grow her own tuce all summer, arugula in and pedestrian traffic kept them added pleasure as they worked Jennifer Cook at: http:// food. Five beds were laid out June, a bumper crop of zuc- away and chicken wire around was chatting with neighbours jennifercook.ca.

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2016 but he is always with his family. for our children We are at the Beginning of Defining the Future of The Laviers created an endowment fund in and youth. Manor Park Estates and Heights their son Cameron’s memory that helps CHEO care for families today and for years to come. Be part of CHEO’s For more information contact Megan Doyle Ray life-saving work Take some time to find out more and to express your thoughts [email protected] 613-297-2633 today and tomorrow. about what that future should look like

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Publishers Editorial Team Manor Park Community Association Jane Buckley (Copy Editor) Manor Park Community Council Jennifer Cook (Writer) Ewen Cornish (MP Notables) Advisory Board John Graham Catherine Strevens-Bourque (Editorial Cartoonist, Writer) Alison Crawford David Keys (Travels with my Camera) Andrea Poole (Treasurer) Christiane Kirkland (Writer) Adam Robb (MPCA) Chantal Mills (Canine Chronicles) Allison Seymour (MPCC) Jennifer Elder & Jennifer Morin Dave Stephens (Meet Your Neighbour Columnists) Derek Taylor Sarah McCabe (Writer) Interim Editor Cecilia Pita (Etiquette Matters) Denise Rackus Sharleen Tattersfield (What Your Neighbours are Reading) [email protected] Sharleen Tattersfield (Dogs in the Editor-Designate Hood) Wes Smiderle Advertising Team Advertising Manager David Bruce “Sorry, no admittance. 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Outreach Committee and • letters do not exceed 300 words; Lana Burpee shares a timely MANOR PARK NOTABLES: Change is in the air – brilliant • event listings do not exceed 50 words; hues of early fall are fading; MPCC update on Ottawa- • submission is in by deadline, or earlier; Submit suggestions for future column profiles to [email protected] days are shorter and cooler Cares.ca – our community- • all submissions are sent as electronic files weather heralds the approach wide response to COVID-19. [Microsoft Word or RTF] to: BULLETIN BOARD NOTICES: of another winter. In keeping Discover the story by Patrick [email protected] Submit notices for community events to the editor. with seasonal changes, we Dodsworth on conquering bring you this November-De- Jasper’s Four Peaks and our Next Issue: January-February, 2021 cember Chronicle with its in- update on what’s happening at tertwined themes of reflection, Encounters with Canada. Deadline for booking advertising: December 10, 2020 remembrance and resolve. Read on to discover stories Check out stories reflect- of remembrance and the spirit of Deadline for submitting ad creative: December 21, 2020 ing on summer and early fall giving back to the community Send to: [email protected] in Manor Park: Sarah Mc- found in our article on the “Sea- 613-749-9922 Cabe writes about Megan sons of the Mind” art exhibit, Deadline for articles and photos: December 16, 2020 Jones’ summer job experience a fundraiser for the Dementia Send as attachments to as a personal support worker; Society of Ottawa and Renfrew [email protected] Wes Smiderle delves into and our article on 57Ride and the impact of COVID-19 as- its support of the Phoebe Rose sessments on neighbourhood Rocks Foundation. families; Jennifer Cook Ban- This is my last issue as Don’t get frozen out this winter! iczky reports on the bounti- Interim Editor. I am most Contribute your news, stories, opinions and photos ful success of Mila’s Victory grateful for the support of Garden. Find your neighbours the Chronicle’s amazing edi- By late November, the production team will be working on the Chronicle’s in our Autumn Splendour torial team, incoming editor January-February, 2021 edition. photo montage – our thanks Wes Smiderle and our pro- to Chronicle photographer duction editor, Patti Moran. Keep us in mind. Send Us: Marie-Frédérique Caron. Many things happen behind- Share your view on matters of importance to you in Your Opinion Matters Read about the resolve of the-scenes … to my husband Your suggestions for a neighbour to profile inMeet Your Neighbour volunteers engaged in support- Tony, heartfelt thanks for all Your suggestions for a pooch to feature in Dogs in the Hood ing those less fortunate in our you do to support me and this Your contribution for Where in the World is the Chronicle community. Check out reports community paper. Your fall and early winter photos and stories for publication from the Manor Park Commu- See you in 2021! nity Association (MPCA) and the Manor Park Community We’d love to hear from you: [email protected] Council (MPCC) and their Sharleen Tattersfield November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 5 LETTERS Your Feedback Mattered Readers respond to “On which side of the path should I walk”

By Sharleen Tattersfield The network of multi-use assertion “to walk on the left” cares. As users of our com- Interim Editor pathways in our nation’s capi- and to provide constructive munity’s multi-use pathways, tal are exceptionally well-used facts to correct any misinfor- we all likely have unique, indi- I have long believed that com- and by diverse groups, includ- mation about the “rules of the vidual experiences, but collec- munity papers matter – both ing athletes, bicyclists, dog road” that keep pedestrians and tively, share together, a mutual to the communities they serve walkers, pedestrians out for cyclists moving safely along concern for the safety of all and to readers both near and strolls on their own or with the multi-use pathways adja- who enjoy these popular vistas. far who peruse them. If there their families (perhaps even cent to our community. Besides featuring the was ever doubt, the letters pushing strollers) as well as We appreciate the feed- “Share the Path” signage, the Manor Park Chronicle re- people using mobility devices back. We acknowledge that the which governs use of the ceived in response to the publi- – all with unique perspectives writers’ opinion was based on NCC’s Capital Pathway (see cation of ‘On which side of the and experiences. incorrect information as it ap- photo this page), we include path should I walk’ – an opin- Readers who wrote to us plies to multi-use pathways below online resources shared ion piece that ran in the Your cared enough not only to ex- such as the National Capital by letter writers, including: Opinion Matters column of press their disappointment and Commission’s (NCC) Capital • NCC: “Share the Path” our September-October 2020 concern about this opinion Pathway. And, we apologize – https://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/ edition – put any doubt sound- piece, but also to convey why for any inadvertent angst this places/share-the-path ly to rest. they disagreed with the writers’ personal opinion may have • Ottawa police guidance caused, while endeavouring to pedestrians: “Pathway to be increasingly vigilant in Safety” – https:///www. Please share that recipe! checking for accuracy in the wrote to the Chronicle. As ottawapolice.ca/en/safety- future. readers, you are part of a vi- and-crime-prevention/ Re: Meet Your Neighbour while cooking) We thank everyone who brant community that really Pathway-Safety.aspx column, September-October ½ cup (generous) grated 2020 Chronicle Parmesan cheese I enjoy reading Meet Your 1 cup (generous) shredded Neighbour. Would it be possi- mozzarella cheese September-October 2020 Chronicle ble for Nancy O’Brien to share Lasagna pasta brings back memories her seafood lasagna recipe? Would love to give it a try! Directions: Re: Recollections: was well attended. was provided to the MP Manor Park residents Thank you, 1) Sauté garlic and onion the schools of Jack reviewed the voluntary fire depart- who saw the school as Carolyn McDonald Hunter (green and white parts), Manor Park status of discussions ment and housed in one their community centre. celery, red pepper, pep- When we took occu- about a school and end of the garage. In Reason did prevail The Chronicle was thrilled to per together in olive oil pancy in 1948, Manor the procurement of the evenings, the area and the plans were ap- receive a letter asking for the (EVOO) until tender. Park was still part of the property of Gen- was used for the Manor proved by Council. Con- seafood lasagna recipe men- Remove from pan and Gloucester Township. eral Mann. Use of the Park 55th Group Boy struction began on the tioned as the ‘meal of choice’ place in separate bowl. As such the matters of garage was an interim Scouts and Wolf Cubs chosen site at the south- for Nancy O’Brien, the Manor 2) Sauté uncooked fish in schooling were the re- stage. Part of the plan – and likely others. west corner of Braemar Park neighbour featured in the EVOO until it looks sponsibility of a Rural was to convert the There was a certain St. and Eastbourne Ave. Meet Your Neighbour column opaque; add any pre- School Section. Jack General's stable to a amount of drama associ- and was almost immedi- that ran in our September-Oc- cooked (pre-frozen) sea- Rutledge was the first multi-room school. ated with planning and ately suspended. The ex- tober 2020 edition. Nancy has food and cook until all sea- chairperson of the trust- There was a good deal constructing the school cavation filled with wa- kindly obliged and we thank her food is warm. ees. They convened a of resistance to the idea at 100 Braemar St. By ter from an underground for sharing her family recipe 3) Add cooked seafood to meeting to review plans of using a stable and I that time – early 1950s stream as fast as they dug with our readers. Nancy notes, bowl with sautéed vegeta- for a school. It was held recall Rutledge's retort. – Manor Park had been and the present location “I really don’t use specific mea- bles; add spices. in a Gloucester com- "If that building was amalgamated into the further south was found surements, instead I tend to go 4) Place Alfredo sauce in munity building at the good enough for Gen- City of Ottawa and we to be free of the prob- by taste!” pan and add white wine. corner of Bank St. and eral Mann's horses, it were under the Ottawa lem. As Jane Panet (nee Stir. Riverside Dr. I cannot certainly will be good school system. Mayor Wilson) has pointed out NANCY O’BRIEN’S 5) Add sautéed vegetables imagine how we got enough for our chil- Charlotte Whitton, for – quite a history! SEAFOOD LASAGNA and seafood. Heat and stir there as few of us had dren when converted". cost reasons, was op- until contents simmer gen- cars and the closest pub- The multi-unit ga- posed to including a Regards Ingredients: tly. lic transportation was at rage served a number gymnasium in the plans. Bob Bennett 2-3 cloves garlic (or 1 large 6) Prepare your lasagne pas- the entrance to Beech- of uses. A fire truck There was the typical One of Manor Park’s tbsp. minced garlic) ta according to package wood Cemetery. But, it retired by the township strong response from the first 100 residents 3 green onions and ½ Vidalia directions. onion (or less according to Rinse after cooking, rub taste), finely chopped with a little EVOO to 2 stocks of celery, finely ensure individual sheets The Chronicle looks ahead chopped don’t stick together when In an age where independent journalism is shrinking and larger media outlets are dropping local ½ red and ½ green pepper, assembling. Let it dry coverage, the Manor Park Chronicle stands out. For more than 70 years it has sustained cover- finely chopped (but not enough to handle. age of community issues, people and businesses that our readers care about. mushy) 7) In rectangular baking dish, It is a privilege to share our neighbourhood’s news, views and photos. It is an honour to ¼ tsp ground pepper start layering: sauce and spark dialogue and make connections throughout Manor Park. However, just ponder how inter- Extra virgin olive oil sautéed vegetables plus esting our coverage could be if we had more volunteers involved. (EVOO) fish; top with pasta sheets “How can I help?” We need your ideas as well as your contributions. Are you interested in: 2 cups (generous) seafood/ and then some Parmesan • helping build a web presence? A current priority! fish of your choice cheese. • sharing a story idea? (I usually use shrimp, Repeat the layering until • responding to something you’ve read? scallops and white fish) you have 3 to 4 layers. • reporting on civic affairs? Alfredo sauce (homemade or 8) Top the dish with moz- • becoming a columnist? store-bought) zarella cheese and bake at This is your community newspaper. No experience is required. Spices of your choice (Italian, 350 degrees for 25-30 min- Please contact Wes Smiderle at basil and oregano are tasty utes. [email protected] with your ideas of what you want to see in the in this dish) Manor Park Chronicle or how you would like to get involved. ½ cup white wine (I usually sip Enjoy! Page 6 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 MANOR PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

ed officials to improve disaster P.C., MP for Ottawa-Vanier amenities – green space and preparedness capability. Every and to The Honourable Anita parks, shops, walking and bik- Manor Park level of government has a role Anand, Minister for Public Ser- ing paths, library services, rec- to play. Our Community Col- vice and Procurement, also re- reation or arts facilities. Community lective of seven community sponsible for NCC federal-pro- The city also needs to work associations, the Manor Park vincial crossings and the lead with boards of education to Association Community Council (MPCC) minister for the NCC. MPCA’s consider the impact of greater and other community organiza- letter to Mme. Fortier on the population density on schools EXECUTIVE tions, have pulled together to river crossings can be viewed – if family homes do get built. President: get masks, meals and food for at: manorparkcommunity.ca. “Wateridge Village has three Elizabeth McAllister those in need. One woman told schools on the site plan,” de- Vice-president: MPCC that she literally would City 10-year plan and velopers told buyers! But there Adam Robb not be alive without these vol- intensification is no investment plan to build unteers. Please see the oppo- The city’s new 10-year Official those schools and no one is tak- Secretary and Treasurer: site page for the story of Mary Plan identifies much of the area ing responsibility. Diana Poitras FROM THE DESK OF: Hickman’s work as chair of inside the greenbelt as “inner ur- Manor Park Community Asso- ban”. Its main thrust will be to Past President: Manor Park Estates ciation (MPCA)’s Social Out- intensify population within the redevelopment Sébastien La Rochelle-Côté reach Committee. Not every inner urban area. The process The Aggarwal family, operat- DIRECTORS community has the resources has started with approval of new ing as Manor Park Manage- Tommy Bayers we have. R4 zoning amendments, which ment (MPM), has established (Chair, Development) After our west-end coun- allow for micro-sized apart- a website for residents to ask Natalie Belovic terparts warned us of their trau- ments and reduced green space questions and to participate (Chair, Fundraising and Membership Committee) matic experience of being left around low-rise buildings. in a visioning exercise to in- John Forsey to manage the 2018 tornado di- Some community associa- form their planning. MPCA’s (Chair, Transportation and Safety Committees) saster, a number of Community tions argue that city real estate Development Committee is Mary Hickman Collective associations tried to market information that guided working to survey Manor Park Manor Park Community develop a preparedness plan the push for micro apartments (Chair, Community Outreach Committee) residents to make sure that our Association President with the city. Even with an ex- was outdated. The city argues association understands your Eugenie Waters ELIZABETH perienced disaster management that there is no demand for concerns and thoughts on what (Chair, Environment Committee) leader, we were not able to get family-sized apartments or would make Manor Park even Assma Basalamah McALLISTER any response. houses! So, there is no require- better. (Governance) While we will always step ment for family residences in As a community asso- ADVISOR It feels like we are in a perfect up for our community, disas- R4 zones unless you think a ciation, we will represent your John Pallascio storm with combined challeng- ter management – whether for two-bedroom, 800 sq. ft. flat is voice to the best of our ability. es coming at us: pandemics, fires, floods or tor- family friendly. That said, I am relieved that EX OFFICIO • Living in a COVID-19 hot nadoes – is a job for the experts. MPCA supports intensifi- we are working with just one Allan Martel spot; We need a professional disaster cation to reduce urban sprawl development company that has (President, Cardinal Glen Community Association) • Dealing with a renewed po- management team/agency in and to encourage healthier stated their commitment to a set litical push from the federal Ottawa. We are woefully un- downtown living in “15-min- of development principles and Sharleen Tattersfield government for a bridge prepared! ute” walkable communities. So to listening to our concerns and (Interim Editor, Manor Park Chronicle) across Kettle Island; and, far, the city has let us down on suggestions. LIFE MEMBER • A city intensification pol- River crossing: the latter. Beyond nicely word- We are looking for vol- Loie Macdougall icy that shows no signs of Kettle Island Bridge ed policy and guidance state- unteers from the area south of willingness to manage so- We and other communities have ments, it is clear that the city is Hemlock Rd. to Montreal Rd. cial, health, safety, or envi- fought hard and at great expense not willing to enforce its own to join our Development Com- ronmental impacts. three times and, over three de- guidelines for revitalizing main mittee. If you are interested in cades – to prevent a Kettle Is- streets. Nor is there willingness working on this challenging COVID-19 land Bridge. Those new to our for creating “15-minute” neigh- project, contact: development@ FIND US AT The longer COVID-19 lasts area need to be aware of this bourhoods – the heart of which manorparkcommunity.ca. manorparkcommunity.ca the deeper the impacts; the history and of the serious im- is local retail. And, there is no fewer the resources to get us pact a bridge would have on guarantee that new R4 apart- London Terrace and Alvin Park Visit our Facebook page: through and the more each of our community. MPCA plans ments will be affordable for After nearly three years of https://www.facebook.com/ us will need to contribute to to hold an information session more vulnerable neighbours. MPCA persistence, the city ManorParkCommunityAssociation/ the well-being of others in our shortly. For more information, There is no 10-year plan to erected park signs this October community. Please reach out check our website at manor- provide a healthy quality of life at London Terrace and Alvin Email us at: to your neighbours this winter, parkcommunity.ca/home/. for people living in newly inten- Heights parks in Manor Park manorparkcommunityassociation@ gmail.com especially those living alone. In October, the NCC had sified neighbourhoods. There East. We are grateful to city Let’s continue to contribute to asked for initial feedback as are plans and consultations on staff who helped make this the Rockcliffe Community Re- they undertake a study on inter- transportation, trees, sewers happen and to the city’s Parks source Centre Food Bank by provincial river crossings – the and city boundaries etc. Yet, Maintenance Dept. for work- volunteering to deliver food or first of several public surveys. there is no social infrastructure ing diligently this summer to by donating to Ottawa Cares at If you did not have a chance plan to guide investment to en- make Alvin Heights park safer OttawaCares.ca. to participate, you can write to sure newly dense populations and more attractive for children Join us in telling our elect- The Honourable Mona Fortier, will have affordable access to who live nearby.

Both London Terrace and Alvin Heights parks in Manor Park East now show- case new, ‘official’ city park signage. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 7 MANOR PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION A woman with a warm heart By Christiane Kirkland set outreach to these neigh- the work of Eugenie Waters, En- tal Hurtubise. bours as a priority first by iden- vironmental Committee, MPCA However, there are many Passion, dedication and a warm tifying assets or strengths with- and co-founder of the Manor challenges on her path: getting heart: that describes Mary in these communities and then Park Sewing Group, and her enough funding, reaching out to Hickman, chair of the Com- by assisting them to voice their team that made free masks dur- vulnerable people, and finding munity Outreach Committee needs to the right organizations ing COVID-19. Three hundred volunteers for the Community for the Manor Park Community and political representatives. of these masks were distributed Outreach Committee. Mary Association (MPCA). What Mary finds her volunteer to low-income elderly. knows by experience that “vol- a pleasure it was to interview role very rewarding and is es- She is also thankful for the unteering is a wonderful way to Mary and discover a woman pecially proud of one initiative strong relationships with dif- feel a sense of well-being and whose enthusiasm is so conta- that her team undertook during ferent organizations and the belonging amongst residents.” gious. the pandemic. In collaboration important role of the RRCRC A woman of such passion Mary Hickman has worked with the committee’s partners team and Executive Director, and dedication touches the lives with social services and volun- – Rideau-Rockcliffe Com- Yacouba Traoré. In addition, of many people, and her pres- teered in different communities munity Resource Centre (RR- she is most appreciative for ence, her vision and her spirit for 40 years. Her involvement CRC), Ashbury College, Food help from community members are undoubtedly a tremendous with the committee started for Thought Café and Ottawa Marianne Van der Jagt, Gillian asset to the Manor Park com- when Elizabeth McAllister, Community Housing – they Troop, Diana Poitras and Chan- munity. Thank you, Mary. president of the MPCA, ap- identified families and single proached her. The association people in need and provided had identified high levels of some 3,128 hot meals. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, you can write to: Mary Hickman, chair of MPCA’s poverty and vulnerability in our That kind of heart-warming [email protected]. Community Outreach Committee. community. gesture gives her a great sense of Donations would be greatly appreciated and can be made at: Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield The 2018 MPCA Strategy purpose. Mary also mentioned [email protected].

Earlier this fall, the Manor Park Community Asso- ciation conducted a clean-up of Alvin Heights and Hemlock parks in Manor Park East. Katherine Forster and Doug Fraser (rear, left to right) and James Waters with his mom Eugenie (front, left to right) were among the par- ticipants. Everyone wore masks and practiced physical distancing during the clean-up. Photo: Eugenie Waters DESIGNS BUILDS REPAIRS RESTORES RENOVATES

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Beechwood Village Alliance 2.0, cont. from page 1 fire on March 16, 2011. Several by but independent of the Com- cussion, it was clear that one of real estate projects have been munity Collective. In his role the developers is more open to completed (Domicile’s Kavana- as chair of the renewed BVA dialogue and accommodation ugh and Minto’s 411 Mackay). Tony Stikeman is the enabler than the other. Other projects are underway and facilitator for the ideas, While not all community or being approved (St. Charles energy and expertise of key proposals are welcomed by de- Market, Claridge/Caisse Des- neighbours and residents from velopers, Tony seeks to ensure jardins, and Minto II). Residents participating community asso- that Beechwood Ave., as it de- want to maintain a pedestrian- ciations, who propose solutions velops, avoids the ‘residential and cycle-friendly ambiance on to make Beechwood an attrac- canyon’ look apparent in some the street, while encouraging a tive, effective main street for all parts of Ottawa. Beyond that, vibrant retail presence. our neighbours. he wants a community-oriented The BVA was founded in While this may sound a streetscape, with a reason to walk the summer of 2012 as a forum bit aspirational, it is easy to set and linger along Beechwood, to for discussion of Beechwood- out what makes a neighbour- meet friends, to discover some- related issues, and community- hood attractive. The city’s new thing new and to enjoy the spirit building by representa- (draft) Official Plan aims to neighbourhood. Tony told the tives from the neighbouring create “15-minute neighbour- Chronicle that he continues to community associations: Man- Beechwood Ave. (facing east). Beechwood Village Alliance 2.0 is actively hoods”. These are communities be impressed by the vitality and or Park, Lindenlea, Vanier, New engaged in proposing solutions to bring about a community-oriented, vital and where people can live without common interest of neighbours Edinburgh and Rockcliffe Park. welcoming streetscape for our local main street. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield a car, because their daily needs in Manor Park and elsewhere in Also involved were city coun- are all met within a 15-minute areas for which Beechwood Ave. cillors from the adjoining wards mon purpose for neighbours “BVA 2.0 … focuses walk from home. In our local is their “main street.” 12 and 13; owners of the princi- seeking to create a vibrant context, more than anything, Do you want to be able pal businesses along the street, Beechwood Village area. Resi- on encouraging a this depends on having a diver- to have a positive effect on and the leadership of the Quart- dents and businesses benefited dynamic, sified, dynamic retail presence the development of our main ier Vanier Business Improve- from the interpersonal links along Beechwood Ave. street? You can help the BVA ment Area, which from January created through a variety of people-focused In two recent online public and support the work of the 1, 2013 included businesses on community building activities environment along consultations, one chaired by Community Collective by vol- both sides of Beechwood Ave. over the years. Now, when there Councillor Rawlson King about unteering your time, talent, At a packed public meeting is an issue, local stakeholders Beechwood Ave.” Claridge’s project and the other ideas, experience, contacts and in late October 2012, residents know who to speak with. by Councillor Mathieu Fleury energy. Speak with the presi- from nearby neighbourhoods, Behind the BVA 2.0 re- safety issues involving homes, about the Minto II project, dent of your local community business owners, and both city vival, there is the “Community schools and streets, increas- Tony, for the BVA and leaders association. For Chronicle councillors gathered to discuss Collective.” It is a coordinat- ing political engagement, and of the five neighbouring com- readers living in Manor Park, concerns around the diminish- ing group of leaders of seven dialogue. (The September 2020 munity associations, including that is Elizabeth McAllister, ing sense of dynamism along nearby community associations issue of the Chronicle provides Elizabeth McAllister for the MPCA President. Contact Eliz- Beechwood Ave., and its evi- (those mentioned previously some background on the Com- Manor Park Community Asso- abeth at manorparkcommunity dent lack of development and plus Cardinal Glen and Over- munity Collective.) ciation (MPCA), asked pointed [email protected]. renewal. brook), who are addressing a BVA 2.0, which focuses on questions of both developers to Remember that things Since then, the BVA has series of inter-related issues: encouraging a dynamic, peo- draw out the underlying con- change because people become been both dynamic and innova- poverty and homelessness ad- ple-focused environment along cepts and implications behind involved and make change hap- tive in creating a sense of com- vocacy, community health and Beechwood Ave., is sponsored their proposals. From the dis- pen. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 9

COVID testing, cont. from page 1 veloped a sore throat in Oc- no one in the family developed sooner or later. refreshing your browser and pointments and longer-than- tober, they were able to book any new symptoms. “In a way, it’s like waiting hoping.” expected waits for assessment an appointment online for the However, while acknowl- for the axe to fall,” said Helen Fortunately, their second results might join face-masks and same day at the assessment edging their “privileged” po- Robertson, mother of two teen- attempt proved easier, quicker physical distancing as just another centre at Brewer Park. They sition with flexible jobs and a agers. and more efficient. part of the pandemic landscape. isolated at home and, within 48 comfortable residence, Melissa Although her children However, Jonathan, and With flu season approach- hours after the test, the results described the 11 days spent in remain symptom-free, and others, noted that restricting ac- ing, the Hammells are resigned were posted online. A nurse isolation at home as “pretty conscientious hand-washers cess to booking appointments to the likelihood that these two from CHEO even called to con- stressful.” Other than home- and mask-wearers, Helen has by computer could create bar- incidents won’t be the only firm the negative results. work assignments, there was friends and family members riers for people whose internet times their children develop Back in September, when no on-line learning component who had to spend periods of connections are limited, or non- cold symptoms and need test- the Hammell’s eldest son com- similar to what was offered isolation at home. existent. (Although Ottawa ing during this school year. plained of a headache at school, during the spring. “It was a real wake-up Public Health has reserved a “We feel like this is just the the wait for a result proved The stress of juggling work call,” she said. “It got me think- phone line so that people with beginning,” said Melissa. much longer. with kids was amplified by ing, ‘How would we do this?’” no internet access whatsoever That feeling might become Typically, if a child devel- the day-to-day uncertainty of During the first pandemic can call to book appointments.) increasingly common across ops any of the symptoms listed whether the COVID-19 test re- lockdown in the spring, Helen Difficulties in booking ap- Manor Park this winter. in the Ottawa Public Health sult would be available so that and her family established dif- COVID-19 screening tool for they would be able to end isola- ferent zones throughout house, schools and families, parents tion. in case someone did have to self- are asked to bring the child, and isolate. They also made up some any siblings, home and isolate. ‘Waiting for the axe to fall’ family “rituals,” like DIY pizza The isolation could end after According to provincial data, and movie night every Friday. the child is tested (and receives the number of new COVID-19 “We might have to start a negative result) or following a tests per day in Ontario has those rituals up again.” 14-day period without any new increased steadily since the symptoms developing. beginning of the school year, Shifting uncertainty Unable to book an appoint- peaking in early October at Since October, the only way ment online, the Hammells almost 50,000, the number set to book appointments for CO- were among the first to get by the Ministry of Health as VID-19 assessments in Ottawa tested at a local pharmacy. Al- the daily target (although test is online. though the test went smoothly, numbers dropped off later in This has eliminated the an error in the collection meant the month). need for parents to wait in long they had to get a re-test. After As the number of tests has line-ups in order to ensure their that, the wait for their son’s re- inched closer to the ministry children would be tested. sult proved much longer than target, so, too, has the subse- “I like the fact that they’re expected. quent wait for results. not forcing people to get up “Fourteen days won the The lengthening period be- earlier and earlier, but it [on- race,” said Melissa. tween being tested and receiv- line appointments] kind of Although it took over two ing results is creating added moves the uncertainty,” said weeks for the Hammell family to pressure for parents and guard- Jonathan. receive the result of their eldest ians who often have no choice Many parents have noted son’s test, he and his siblings but to stay at home with chil- the difficulty in booking ap- were able to return to school and dren who are otherwise healthy pointments online. Johnathan daycare after 11 days. and energetic. compared their first attempt at This was because head- Since coughs and colds go booking online to the old sys- aches (and the ubiquitous runny hand in hand with school, some tem of buying concert tickets nose) were removed from the parents are resigned to the fact through Ticketmaster. screening tool in October. Also, that they will have to be tested “You’re just sitting there

Jonathan and Melissa Hammell have already had to isolate at home with their three children twice this school year due to test- ing for COVID-19. Both times the results were negative, although the waiting times were very different. Photo: Wes Smiderle Page 10 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 My summer job as a personal support worker Next generation of nursing students offers ray of hope

By Sarah McCabe across Ontario who experi- enced the same thing … . Much of this mild, colourful I worked typically two fall has been spent walking and shifts a week as I was com- enjoying encounters with oth- pleting online summer courses ers. An accomplished neigh- simultaneously. I don't have bour commented that the most a driver’s licence, so my dad life-changing, part-time sum- drove me to and from work ev- mer job that she ever had was ery shift, waking up at 6:00 for working in a long-term care my morning shifts or to pick me home. up from nights. We called him This brought to mind the my ‘essential driver’, which he achievements of another neigh- always got a kick out of. bour, Megan Jones, an impres- About the job, I was a sive young Manor Park resi- PSW, so I helped with resi- dent, who is embarking on her dents' daily routines. I gave second year of the four-year showers, fed people, got peo- Bachelor of Nursing Science ple dressed, learned how to program at Queen's University. perform different transfers, Megan is a life-long Manor etc. etc. etc. It was definitely Park resident. She attended a lot of practical experience, Manor Park Public School and my coworkers were what along with her brother Dylan, made it all the more valuable. participating in local summer They were patient with me and camps and sports. taught me new techniques and She sums up our neigh- tips every chance they could. bourhood perfectly, “It is a They helped me out whenever richly interconnected commu- I needed it. nity – every time I go home, it I think my favourite part of feels like I never left.” the job … was connecting with Her account of her summer the people I cared for. I sang experiences as a personal sup- with them and I danced with port worker (PSW) in a local them and I watched The Sound seniors’ care home is explained of Music with them maybe 50 best in her own words: Megan Jones is back at Queen’s University where she was an orientation-week leader for the fall 2020 term. times. I went to many birthday I definitely struggled with Photo: Courtesy Megan Jones "parties" (socially distanced of finding out what I wanted to course) thrown in the lounges pursue in post-secondary … but applied to nursing programs at choosing Queen's. The spring of high school, and I would often during a pandemic, and each one day I just decided on nurs- five schools (definitely put all my my senior year my grand-ma- visit her after school for her din- one felt so special. I helped ing and never looked back. I eggs in one basket) and ended up man was in a hospital near my ner time. I would see how the residents get their cell phones nurses on the floor made such a working to Facetime their kids difference in her day to day and and a couple months later I got I think this helped me be sure of to see those same kids come to my decision. the building for a real visit. At Queen's, clinical [place- These were all small mo- ments] do not start until second ments, but they were a com- year. I am currently completing pletely new experience to me. I my first placement on a pal- heard life stories and I always liative floor at a local hospital came home smiling and laugh- but leaving first-year I had no ing (or occasionally crying of clinical experience. I was sent course). I won't pretend that it home early from residence and was not hard though. I went in I knew two things: 1) I needed a completely blind aside from my summer job and 2) many retire- nursing theory courses. There ment and long-term care homes were days (and nights) where would be short-staffed due to I counted down the hours be- the pandemic. cause it could be overwhelm- I applied to three retirement ing. But I would not change it homes, was offered interviews for a thing. I learned so much right away, and ended up set- and it was definitely a summer tling on one a bit of a drive from to remember. home. The crazy thing … was Megan is obviously headed how quickly it all happened – down the right career path and the interview, the job offer. has had a thorough introduc- I also remember … being tion to many aspects of nurs- asked about clinical experience ing from this summer job. Jane I had had. I replied none. I was Philpott is the Dean of Health then asked what experience Sciences at Megan's university I do have. I replied with food of Queen's. Doctor Philpott service. I thought there was no leads by example as she also way I would get the job, but responded to an urgent call this here we are. past spring by assisting at Par- I think it really speaks to ticipation House in Markham, how high the need for health- Ontario. The dedication of our care workers was this sum- medical personnel never ceases mer, especially since everyone to impress us. was restricted to only working The attitude of this next at one place. ... I have many generation of nurses fills one friends in my program from with hope. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 11 Encounters with Canada looks ahead to more promising future Plans in place to re-open August 2021

By Sharleen Tattersfield ated by Historia Canada, the largest charitable organization On March 15, 2020, Encoun- in Canada dedicated to Canadi- ters with Canada (EWC), locat- an history, identity and citizen- ed at 1805 Gaspé Ave. in Man- ship. EWC participants spend or Park, closed its doors. Plans one week in Ottawa, visiting to bring Canadian teens from Parliament and other local Ca- across the country to meet oth- nadian institutions, museums er young people at the Historica and universities. They explore Canada Centre (formerly called youth engagement and future the Terry Fox Centre) were im- career opportunities and dis- mediately put on hold to ensure cover more about Canadian the health and safety of student history from a selection of 15 participants, volunteers, educa- career-oriented theme weeks. tors and staff members. “In early March, we had Nothing in the Centre’s near- close to 40 full-time, part-time ly 38-year history could compare and seasonal workers,” says to the impact of COVID-19 and Val. “Historica Canada went the realization that there would be beyond expectations to keep no immediate “return to normal” EWC’s full-time staff on board for EWC operations. Opened in at full salary until July 31.” By 1982, the bilingual centre en- the end of July, EWC had to trim ables teens to meet other young its staff component to just four people from across Canada, to members who support the work explore career opportunities, of Historica Canada and provide and to discover Canadian history oversight for onsite administra- and its institutions. Since then, tion and property management. more than 113,000 students have crossed its threshold – arriving Pivoting to evaluation in Manor Park to live the EWC Between March 15 and July 31, Gathered at the entrance to Encounters with Canada are (back row) Val Amigo, Daniela Mognon and Nakeya Francis; experience. EWC’s full-time staff quickly (kneeling in front) Roger Lalonde. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield “It was the right decision pivoted to a full-scale evalua- to close and not carry on with tion of its programs, looking at ate lots of moving parts … to enhanced technology offered Roger Lalonde, filled EWC’s our programs,” said Val Amigo, student participant surveys, staff brainstorm at a measured pace both onsite and offsite at part- van with some 3,000 lbs. of EWC’s Director. “Although perceptions and teacher-monitor … to really dissect the issues ner locations. dry and non-perishable foods. a great disappointment to our evaluations and its program- … coming up with new solu- They delivered almost one- participants and the entire EWC themed weeks. Those are sport/ tions, without the pressure of Ongoing projects, third to the Youth Services team, this temporary closure fitness; law/our justice system; running on-site programming.” community contributions Bureau of Ottawa with the rest has opened up opportunities to medicine/health; science/tech- Staff identified ideas for This fall, with the encourage- going to the Ottawa Mission. re-evaluate and re-design the nology; global affairs; media/ other theme weeks and oppor- ment of Historica Canada, “It felt good knowing that content and delivery of our pro- communications; business and tunities to offer more experi- EWC investigated donating our food supplies were going grams.” Given the uncertain- trade; arts/culture/ first respond- ential-based- and interactive- its food inventory to a lo- to be put to good use,” say Val. ties around COVID-19, EWC’s ers and Canada remembers. learning experiences through cal not-for profit organiza- “Knowing that with our misfor- programming will remain in “Inx some ways, this pe- enhanced collaborations with tion that served the needs of tune, were able to turn things hiatus until August 2021. riod held a silver lining,” says outside partners (such as lo- youth. Val says that he and the around and do something posi- EWC is owned and oper- Val. “We took time to evalu- cal universities) and through Centre’s facilities manager, tive for the community.” CARDINAL GLEN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Allan Martel sports largely unavailable, some plight of many – the aged in Balancing budgets referenced above, but what does President of our teenagers are actively long-term care facilities; the Cities face arguably the most dif- any of this mean if there are no playing road hockey, pursuing impoverished and often home- ficult budget-balancing situation resources allocated towards the It’s harder than usual to be opti- fitness training, and some have less among us; and the vulner- since their revenues stem from a proposed action plans? mistic lately what with Ottawa taken up golf, which seems to able for whom COVID-19 has mix of property taxes, develop- now classified as a “red zone” consist of searching for balls in been a tipping point for many ment fees, bylaw enforcement Adapting to change for COVID-19 spread. Here in various forests (judging by the diverse reasons. Our responses fines and user-pay services. With All this to say that we are facing Cardinal Glen, we continue to number of golf balls my son as communities to the condi- almost all services cancelled (but a series of tough challenges that follow the protocols for pre- goes through each round). tions over the past few months infrastructure costs unabated) will determine, to no small ex- venting the spread of the virus. have been compassionate and cities are already in, or headed tent, our city’s if not our societal We continue to watch over Winter season uncertainties we have provided, in most for, dire straits. future. And, if one places this our most vulnerable residents by And yet, amidst some of the cases, necessary stop-gap assis- As one example, we face a (as one must) within the context supporting them with grocery most beautiful displays of fall co- tance, but we have done little to 35 per cent deficit in city budgets of rapid and irreversible climate pickup, garden maintenance lours that I can remember, I am redress the underlying causes in Ottawa with many arguing change, we see a remarkably such as leaf-raking, hot turkey uncertain as to how we will all that make these individuals and that the priority is to make the difficult set of choices before us. Thanksgiving dinner delivery, cope with the oncoming winter families so vulnerable. city “whole” again by control- We have shown a remark- and other services as needed. season. Most of the typical rec- The federal government ling expenses to move towards able capacity to cope with We are not only getting to know reation activities are indoors and has been covering many of the balanced budgets require- change over many decades and our neighbours better; we are likely to be unavailable. Will we the costs for interim support, ment mandated for all cities by I am confident of our capacities also more appreciative of living all be cross-country skiing while costs that are financed by a the Ontario government (per- as a society to adapt to these new in a tight-knit neighbourhood. masked around our streets? Out- combination of income and haps the greatest example of realities. Central to coping with Many of the children in the door rinks will be more impor- consumption taxes and that “Do as I say, not as I do”). these massive changes is the community have taken to the tant than ever if we can figure out will need to be recouped at The City of Ottawa has sense of the collective that is at basketball nets placed around how to use them safely. some future time. Transfers to declared a housing emergen- the essence of being Canadian, a ‘the Court’ and it is easy to provinces have also increased cy. Councillor Rawlson King sense that has been exhibited so see the improvements in their Societal concerns for funding of exceptional in- is about to deliver a “Poverty clearly thus far and that will con- shooting abilities after so many On other fronts, the pandemic creases in health-care costs Strategy Plan” to try to get at tinue to be a defining trait of the weeks of practice. With team has highlighted clearly the among others. some of the underlying causes Cardinal Glen neighbourhood. Page 12 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 BUSINESS BUZZ

FROM THE DESKS OF: mal pivoting during the pan- demic. “One of the main pillars of our core values is to be com- munity driven”, Adam tells me. “We were glad to be able to hire back our team and con- tinue to serve our guests where many are getting to know us from working and living here in the Manor Park community.” BiBi’s name comes from the Middle Eastern word Habi- bi, translated brightly behind the counter – “welcome dear friend.” For quick and quality take- LISA FENDT and JASON MYERSON out, try BiBi’s for a Middle Eastern culinary delight. It is BiBi’s Middle Eastern Kitchen heritage and with having the located at 143 Putman Ave., Chef-inspired take-out skills to redesign the formerly at the corner with Beechwood BY JASON MYERSON vacant building and decorate Ave. You can find BiBi’s on In- BiBi’s Middle Eastern Kitchen what is now a fresh perspective stagram at @eatatbibis, Face- first opened its doors in Janu- to the community. Kelly also book or their website: eatatbi- ary 2020. When I sat down handles BiBi’s social-media bis.com. with the 32-year-old Ottawa- presence. Adam and Kelly are born and BiBi’s owner Adam Manor Park residents. Coconut Lagoon Weiss, I asked why he chose The short but sweet menu Joe Thottungal, medal winner, Middle Eastern cuisine. “Like is specialized to what they do Order of Ottawa recipient Bibi’s Middle Eastern Kitchen: community-driven values, chef-inspired foods. many Ottawa-born kids, I grew best and still, with many of By LISA FENDT Photo: Courtesy, Adam Weis up eating shawarmas”, he told the items being in-house, one In the May-June 2020 Chron- me with smile. can find a surprising amount icle, we reported on the enor- for the Taste Canada Awards. the community. I really want Adam has studied interna- to choose from. At BiBi’s they mous contribution small busi- Congratulations Joe! His cook- them to know their support tional business, as well as culi- make their own in-house items ness owners were making to book features recipes for 80 makes our effort worth it.” nary arts, working in many of such as: a variety of mixed the community through differ- dishes that have been served Check out the wonderful the upscale restaurants in Otta- spices, popcorn, garlic sauce, ent outreach programs. over the years at Coconut La- menus and order at https://thal- wa and while living in Toronto. tahini, hot sauce, hummus, Outstanding was the con- goon, known for its South In- iottawa.ca. After gaining invaluable expe- iced tea, sweet chips, chocolate tribution of Joe Thottungal, dian cuisine from his homeland rience at the acclaimed King St. cookies, and much more. chef and owner of both Co- province of Kerala in India. Santé Health Beechwood West Toronto restaurant, Luma, They even butcher and conut Lagoon and Thali res- In a most unfortunate turn Offering holistic health Adam returned home to set his marinade their own beef! Or- taurants. Joe helped lead the of events, on May 22 a dev- options. childhood dreams in motion. ganic free-range chicken, slow volunteer-initiative Food for astating fire destroyed his Co- BY LIZA FENDT “From a young age I want- cooked; they are laser focused Thought café providing, with conut Lagoon restaurant, re- When something hurts, one ed to open my own restaurant on in-house made food, small the help of his staff, hundreds minding us that none of us are wants the help of someone who one day”, Adam explained. and specialized. Built as a of hot meals a day to those in exempt from living through is willing to invest time in find- “Returning home, I was excited take-out restaurant, they pride need during COVID-19. challenging experiences. De- ing the root cause of their pain to be a part of the growing qual- themselves on high quality and It was a massive opera- spite this tremendous obstacle, and the right solution. ity restaurant scene in Ottawa.” quickness. tion launched in the midst of Joe and his staff, quickly re- Somewhat out of immedi- Adam admits to the many While I was there inter- the pandemic from his kitch- grouped. He moved his com- ate sight in the Chartwell build- positive influences that led to viewing Adam, I felt my step en at Thali. This project has mercial operation to Thali and ing at 35 Beechwood Ave., you BiBi’s, including working at counter going up just from now moved to the kitchens at continues to offer, for pick-up will find a group of indepen- Fairouz Café; a Middle East- watching the team in the kitch- the Fairmont Château Laurier and delivery, both the Coco- dent health practitioners who ern upscale eatery in Ottawa. en pacing while preparing their where it will run for the next nut Lagoon menu and that of joined together to offer holistic Adam attests to his wife, Kelly, chef-inspired food. The restau- six months. He has taken great Thali. “Thali” is a meal of vari- health approaches for their cli- also being a big inspiration to rant itself is built for take-out, pride in preparing wholesome ous South Asian dishes served ents. him both with her Lebanese which aided them with mini- meals for those who may oth- in bowls on a large metal plate. Santé Health Beechwood, erwise not have had them. The He has made an effort to keep situated on the third floor of pandemic as only enhanced his staff together as a tight team the building, is the new occu- the importance of his contri- that can weather the storm. pant of this clinic space, offer- bution. Joe is planning to bring ing a wide range of multidisci- In October, Joe was recog- back Coconut Lagoon – re- plinary health care alternatives. nized for his accomplishments vamped – with plans to have a The redefining of this space and community involvement “new” Coconut Lagoon up and started in July, when the group with an induction into the Or- running in a year’s time. of independent practitioners der of Ottawa. In addition, his When I ask about the chal- who had previously leased of- 2019 cookbook “Coconut La- lenges he has faced, Joe re- fice space here for some time, goon” won gold in the region- flects: “I am so thankful for the had an opportunity to take over al, cultural cookbook category support of our customers and the clinic’s management. This November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 13 BUSINESS BUZZ

toy in his mouth walked up to mood for a pastry, sandwich, me for a greeting. Mickey was wrap, cookie, veggie bowl, or the dog’s name, and he will artisanal bread; you won’t be never be forgotten. disappointed. With a quirky joie-de-vivre Although currently closed, laugh that only a kundalini the Shunnya Yoga Studio master could bring to surface, where Christine teaches yoga Christine easily navigates con- classes has been an inspira- versation with nothing to prove tion and dedication for many. and simply enjoys the connec- Knowing Christine since the tion. She has the type of spirit café doors first opened has you think about long after your been a personal privilege and interaction. addition to many people’s The café itself is a cozy, lives. She not only tirelessly Parisian-style, minimum- serves her community food, seating experience with a few but also nourishes us with her two tops, bar-style seating and teachings. plenty of seating outside. Situ- If you should wander by at ated at 42 Crichton St., close night, you will see a string of to the Governor General’s resi- lights glowing in the shape of a dence and Sussex Dr., the café heart – a testament to the feel- is also a hot spot for tourists ing in the community, knowing Chef and restauranteur Joe Thottungal has won the gold medal for his Coconut Lagoon Cookbook. and cyclists alike. You may this special place exists. Photo: Courtesy, Joe Thottungal even see Prime Minister Justin Union Street Kitchen Trudeau jog past in his full red- Café (Mickey’s café) is open is how Santé Health Beech- collegial team with access to later-evening lamp-lit glow of and-white Canadian tracksuit. for take-out Tuesday 8a.m.to wood came about. common spaces such as the re- tomorrow’s unfinished work This actually happened! 2p.m., Wednesday to Friday As I was welcomed through ception- and waiting-room ar- beckon a reminiscent tale from Like many other busi- 8a.m. to 3p.m., and Saturday the door, I was surprised to find eas, kitchen and washrooms. It long ago. Timeless in those nesses, when COVID-19 first and Sunday 8 a.m. to 3p.m. such a large and sunny space, operates more like a co-work- quiet hours there is a special presented itself last winter/ You can find the café on Insta- with local art decorating the ing space where specialists café that can be found sur- spring, the café had closed its gram @onunionstreet. walls. The clinic is full of light can either rent an entire room rounded by light and love – doors not because it was man- and has been re-designed to be or rent shifts in a shared room. Union Street Kitchen Café. datory, but out of respect for welcoming and comfortable The clinic has established clear When I first met the owner possible community transmis- Governors Walk Residence for everyone. safety guidelines and precau- of Union Street Café, Chris- sion. Soon after though, bright Seniors with a big heart The clinic aspires to offer tions to ensure everyone’s tine Garand, “What can I get neon hearts began to appear on BY LISA FENDT the best attention for health safety during the ongoing CO- for ya?” she said with a head- the windows, walls, and door Governor Walk, a boutique care needs by bringing together VID-19 pandemic. held-high posture and raised of the café with little messages retirement residence in New an assortment of disciplines to Santé Health Beechwood eyebrows. I was at an impasse of love and missing you. Edinburgh, offers 75 suites for help clients of all ages find al- is at 3-35 Beechwood Ave. of indecision. Looking around People in the community assisted or independent senior ternative treatments. This mul- To reach the third floor, en- I could see many baked goods couldn’t help but collectively living. Under new manage- tidisciplinary approach brings ter through the main entrance and fresh foods that I could express an appreciation un- ment since fall 2019, the Metta together several practitioners: door on Beechwood and pro- name, and yet many others that equivocal to how they view Lifestyles residence is plan- Drs Sarah Goulding, ND and ceed to the elevator, located on only left my mouth open in this special place, and the ning to add memory care facil- Kathy Van Zeyl, ND are na- the right, immediately past the contemplation of “I could eat woman and her staff that make ities for seniors with evolving turopathic doctors; Maryse foyer’s double inner doors. For that too.” Christine was it possible. Since then the café care needs. Tassé, DO(NP) and Jason more information, visit https:// patient as she told me what has reopened and are taking all Governors Walk’s new King, DO(MP) are osteopathic www.santehealthbeechwood. everything was although I was the necessary precautions to memory care floor is sched- manual practitioners; Amaal com. sure it had been written on the ensure customer safety. uled to open in March 2021. To Mirani, PT is a neurophysio- board above me; my eyes could As a vegetarian and for- start, this specialized floor will therapist; Brian Thorp, R AC is Union Street Kitchen Café not seem to lift from the three- mer teacher at the Canadian offer 14 dedicated rooms. Cur- an acupuncturist; Susan Alsen- Surrounded by light and love dimensional world laid out so School of Natural Nutrition, rently expansive renovations bach, RHN is a holistic nutri- BY JASON MYERSON pleasantly in front of me. the food served at the café are underway. tionist; Anna Crandlemire is a To me, there are iconic staples Just as I was ready to or- could be a write-up. Suffice to This spring Louise Hague craniosacral and reflexology of our community that bring a der a whoosh of a door behind say you must try it for your- became general manager of therapist; Dr. Marna Zinatelli, sense of joy to people know- the counter opened and people selves. Whether you’re in the >>CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CPsych. is a psychologist; Line ing they exist. I’m sure it’s poured out with a type of peace- McCarthy is a yoga teacher and different for others yet shared ful resolution on their faces. I somatic experiencing practitio- by some. They are often found curiously inquired what was ner and Lora Foster, RMT is a nestled into the corners of resi- going on back there and Chris- registered massage therapist. dential blocks disguised as or- tine with a big smile explained And, the list of practitioners is dinary homes but for the allur- that there was a yoga studio in growing. ing scent of percolating coffee the back and quickly followed The clinic is unique in that and freshly baked goods. by, “You should come”. its therapists manage their own The morning clockwork And, at that, a handsome practice while being part of a of local customers and the Golden retriever with a stuffed Page 14 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 BUSINESS BUZZ

FROM PAGE 13 >> to one where seniors can help the residence. By fall, Peter those in need in the commu- Gareau, former chef at Gov- nity. For more information, ernors Walk, returned to serve contact https://www.mettalife- as its community relations styles.com/governors-walk. specialist. Since mid-March, Governors Walk has adhered to Muckleston & Brockwell strict measures to keep its com- A family-owned business munity safe. And, they have BY JASON MYERSON been successful to date with no When I first entered the door reported cases of COVID-19 at of Muckleston & Brockwell the residence at 127 Beechwood Ave., I was During the pandemic shut surprised by the ambiance. I down, the residence developed felt classy walking into the fine strategies to enrich activi- butchery. In part, it was the ties for its residents to reduce glints of light reflecting off the the impact of isolation. The clean counters from the chan- search for new activities re- delier and the nicely laid out minded staff and residents of food. It was obvious that the their long-standing tradition to owners had put considerable help and contribute to the com- effort into the experience for munity’s well-being. Now the their customers. residence is actively engaged A friendly conversation in helping the community. quickly ensued where all my A new initiative, launched troubles of the day were a mat- Governors Walk residents take part in preparing healthy fruit snacks for needy children. Photo: Peter Gareau in mid-October, is the pro- ter of fact for tomorrow and gram in which 50 healthy instead the tête-à-tête stayed in owned and operated. cal fandom is attributed to the tagram. Be sure to also check school snacks are prepared the moment of the meal. Now, as a family-owned character that the community out Lindsey’s artistic word by residents for delivery to Andrew and Lindsey business, Andrew and Lindsey sees in the persistence and hard burning creations on Instagram children-in-need. Once a week Muckleston make the perfect hustle-ever-after to continue to work from the two-person show. at @carcasspyrography. on Wednesdays, fresh fruit duo and quietly joke while provide the quality of service A butcher shop like many snacks are prepared for deliv- poking fun at each other as that so many of their customers other brick-and-mortar shops Your Pet Palace ery in collaboration with the they help you navigate the have come to appreciate. in 2020 has competition sprout- Looking better, feeling better Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa many options on offer. While “During the first few ing up online, however, when BY LISA FENDT and the Manor Park Commu- interviewing Andrew one eve- months of COVID-19 hoard- you enter a store that makes Neighbourhood pets are in nity Council. This program ning, we spoke openly about ing, it was crazy,” Andrew told you feel like you’re in a fancy for grooming treat at Your Pet contributes not only to local striving to be your own boss. me in recollection. “One per- Tremblant establishment, the Palace. Open five days a week needy children, but also assists The endurance that this couple son came in and bought seven après-work-experience is well (closed Sundays and Mon- residents of Governors Walk to has had for their dream to suc- whole chickens, and, at one received. days), the salon offers com- live a full life with new rela- ceed, has been nothing short point, we sold completely out The Mucklestons have ex- plete professional styling to tionships and enriching inter- incredible. of meat.” Andrew ex- panded their prepared foods breed standard for all types of actions. Many people in the Ottawa plained that although it was selection to include ground dogs. Cats are taken care of The residence plans to restaurant industry and other a good problem, it was still a smoked chicken, while also with nail trimming, comb-out continue its efforts to identify local establishments know problem. Being an owner of a carrying many items from oth- or shave, ear and eye cleaning opportunities for additional of Ion Brockwell Aimers, an local business never implies er businesses that they support and shampooing, when pos- community collaboration with original investor in the butcher “easy”, even when referred to in their shop. sible. help from its residents – help- shop. When Andrew and wife, as a small business. If you’re thinking about Your Pet Palace’s own- ing also to change the percep- Lindsay, finally acquired the Over the past five years gift ideas for a friend or loved er and head groomer, Diane tion of a retirement home as a business, they completed their Andrew and Lindsey Muck- one this holiday season, noth- Campbell knows how much place where people need help, dream of being independently leston have fought to keep ing brings people together like people love their pets and un- afloat with the aid of their local food around the table. Enjoy a derstands that regular groom- loyal customers. candle-lit dinner with the help ing for both cats and dogs helps “We appreciate them being of Muckleston & Brockwell. keep family pets healthy and in the community,” a customer Stop in and shop in person. feeling their best. This became says while perusing the freezer You can find the shop online, or even more evident during the section. The butcher shop’s lo- on Facebook, Twitter, and Ins- shop’s 6-week closure this past November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 15 BUSINESS BUZZ

Diane Campbell, owner and head groomer and Jill Vyse, part-time groomer Muckleston & Brockwell offers a classy ambiance and fine service.Photo: Courtesy, Andrew Muckleston shown with Jill’s award-winning standard poodle Coach. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield spring during the first wave of love of showing her horse. This which tracks all services ren- COVID-19. Diane witnessed is where her training in groom- dered, including details for BUSINESS BRIEFS express our appreciation also for an overwhelming appreciation ing began – leading to her life- using medicated shampoos to the ongoing support of our cur- from owners who recognized long career. She tells us that pet help with allergies and skin rent and valued advertisers. BY SHARLEEN the value of their pets groom- grooming includes hair trimming infections and to help soothe TATTERSFIELD ing and specific care needs. and styling according to specific these conditions. Karen Leslie, Sole Healer For the inexperienced, it breed standards. Pets receive two Your Pet Palace has been We welcome many new ad- and Reflexologist might seem that grooming is a shampoos as well as ear cleaning, located on Beechwood Ave. vertisers this issue, including Karen has been busy with the simple task. Most owners have coat trimming and nail filing at since 2004. Sometime in the Bibi’s Middle Eastern Kitchen, successful re-launch of her Lit- at one time or another given their grooming appointments. next two years, it will relocate Katz and O’Keefe Team Real- tle White Lantern candle busi- it a try only to find out that it Grooming is stressful for as development of that site gets tors, Lala’s FootFix, Katz and ness. Originally started by her requires training and expertise. pets even though they become underway for the Minto 11 O’Keefe Team Realtors, Manor daughter, the business offers a And, that is what can be found familiar with the process. It re- project. Diane is searching for Park Estates Development, the line of hand-crafted, organic in abundance at Your Pet Pal- quires patience from the pet as a new, nearby location that will O’Dea Realty team at Engels & soy wax candles and luxuri- ace. Working with Diane are well as from the groomer. At suit the needs of her business. Völkers, Posh Beauty Lounge, ous bath products. Karen has one part-time groomer and one Your Pet Palace, the grooming She wishes to reassureSt Bart's her Virtual cli -Bazaar_V.1_LayoutSanté Health Beechwood1 2020-10-29 and 9:32 St. AM Pageadded 1 several new body prod- part-time apprentice groomer. process has been designed with ents and friends, that she will Bartholomew’s Church. Return- ucts (whipped body butters, The shop has clients not only the pets’ welfare in mind. They keep in touch and be sure to ing seasonal advertisers include sugar scrubs, detox bath salts from our neighbourhood, but are given rest- and bathroom- notify them once a new loca- the Beechwood Market, the and cracked foot salves) and from across the Ottawa area breaks to avoid feeling stressed tion is found. CHEO Foundation and Mayor has introduced a line of men’s as well as from Gatineau and from being on the table for too Your Pet Palace wishes Jim Watson. We extend a warm beard and grooming products Wakefield in western Quebec. long. Staff is sensitive to pets’ your family and your pet a very thank you for your support and >>CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Diane started on her career stress levels and have learned Merry Christmas and a safe path early. As a teenager, she got a to anticipate their needs. Each holiday season. job at a local pet shop to fund her client has a grooming file

St Bart’s 2020 Virtual Bazaar Beechwood 's Virtual Annual Remembrance Day Service NOVEMBER 12 to 14 online at: The 2020 Beechwood’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be conducted live at the National Military Cemetery on the 11th November 2020. Beechwood will be www.stbartsottawa.ca broadcasting the ceremony live on facebook.com/NMCBeechwood starting at 10:45 AM. Gifts and Crafts Jewellery We are discouraging people from attending the ceremony or visiting the National Games Military Cemetery, between 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM on November 11 2020, in accordance to the COVID-19 restrictions imposed by the Regional Used Books and Provincial health authorities. Christmas Decorations Preserves

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Your Pet Palace_2.JPG Diane Campbell, owner and XXX, groomer with award-winning XXX. Photo: (Rescue Beard Balm, Sooth- steamers as well as calming baths many now have more time to winter and the holiday season. Sharleen Tattersfield ing Beard Oil and lotion bars salts for children – product lines dedicate to their own health It is ever more vital that we for men, made with a mold in keeping with her reflexology and fitness. continue to support our local SHOP LOCAL showing two crossed hockey work to calm, soothe and en- Evertrain has updated its businesses and entrepreneurs as EAT LOCAL sticks and a puck. These can hance well-being and wellness. 30-Day Kickstart program we prepare for the coming gift- be found at her website (www. to a fully online experience. giving season. Head out to a SPEND LOCAL littlewhitelantern.ca) or online Evertrain Lifestyles Individuals who have been neighbourhood bistro or restau- at the Beechwood Market. Andre St. Amour tells the meaning to try out Evertrain’s rant for a gift certificate, pur- ENJOY LOCAL Soon Karen will launch Cabin Chronicle that many of his programs, can now do so with chase something special from a Support our community and Fever, her newly branded line studio members are opting for a brand-new online workout local artisan or visit one of our advertisers in the of hand-poured organic soy virtual training from their own that teaches them how to get local stores in person or online wax candles; lotion bars (skin- homes and that this has been the best possible results while to select your holiday gifts. Re- Manor Park Chronicle! quenching bars made with shea going extremely well. He says training from home. To learn member, this is the season for The Chronicle is financed entirely and cocoa butters, beeswax, that one of the silver linings more visit www.evertrain.ca. giving. Please give our mer- by paid advertising. Let our loyal sweet almond and organic es- of the pandemic has been that chants a gift that’s needed right advertisers know that you saw their sential oils to use after the bath); their clients are now well set- Winter and the Holidays now: Shop Local, Eat Local, ad in our paper. organic bath bombs and shower up for home workouts and that We shall soon be approaching Spend Local, Enjoy Local. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 17

Autumn

Photos taken in and around SplendourManor Park this fall

Now, who’s having the most fun? Ed Doe or his granddaughter Rosa? Photo: Marie-Frédérique Caron

Manor Park’s own ‘American Gothic’ couple – Beth and Tony Stikeman. Photo: Marie-Frédérique Caron

It’s all eyes on the ball for players Aiden, Owen and Anna Sophie, and referee Ryan Mansour. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield

Camille Coulombe with baby Meira Brien and Linda Drainville tackle fall chores. Photo: Marie-Frédérique Caron

It’s likely a last ‘outdoor’ hurrah for the Readers of Manor Park Book Club at its socially distanced October 2020 meeting. Photo: Marie-Frédérique Caron Page 18 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 Supporting childhood cancer research and families 7th annual 57 Ride pivots, raising funds for the Phoebe Rose Rocks Foundation

By Sharleen Tattersfield nizer of 57 Ride. John says that ments. the ride is a great annual com- Founded in 2016 in mem- September 26 marked the 7th munity fundraiser that brings ory of Phoebe Rose by her par- annual 57 Ride to raise funds for cycling together with local en- ents Jennifer Doull and Jona- the Phoebe Rose Rocks Founda- thusiasts and friends in support than Hoffman, the Phoebe Rose tion. Amongst those taking part of a cause close to their hearts. Rocks Foundation is volunteer- were many returning riders from 57 Ride has important driven, directing more than 99 Manor Park and Vanier. ties to Manor Park with riders percent of all funds raised to Being mindful of COV- and supporters inspired by the support childhood cancer re- ID-19 guidelines, riders set out lives of two young children search and to help families who on individual, one-day, physi- with links to our community, travel for treatment. cally distanced 57- km bike Phoebe Rose and Jonah, who rides through the Gatineau recently passed away. Riding For more information Hills. The pivot for the ride’s again this year were Jonathan about the foundation 2020 fundraising endeavours Hoffman (Phoebe’s dad) and or to donate, please visit proved both satisfying for the Mark Smith (Jonah’s dad). www.phoeberoserocks.com. riders and successful for their Although there were fewer fundraising efforts. riders this year, the weather on “We asked cyclists to ride ride day was perfect and the (physically distanced) for 57 dream was kept alive, raising km or whatever distance they over $3,000 for the Phoebe could and donate $1 for each Rose Rocks Foundation. The kilometre they rode,” says foundation funds childhood Vanier resident John Gomes – cancer research and supports John Gomes and Mark Smith take a a founding member and orga- families going through treat- well-reserved break. Photo: John Gomes Hopes for Halloween By Abella Vasquez Are you getting A story Grade 6 student This year, Halloween seems or the REAL story? like a no-go for kids in the Man- To get the real story on the current market, ask a really good Realtor®. or Park area. With the virus still in the air, the premier has rec- RE/MAX ABSOLUTE LaFONTAINE REALTY INC., marclafontaine.com BROKERAGE    ommended that we stay at home and not go trick or treating. And I am truly disappointed! I would’ve loved to be go- ing out for Halloween with my friends and getting lots of candy. But I do understand that we have to stay home to remain safe. But all is not lost! There are other things family and close friends can do this spooky sea- son. I’ve never had the chance to watch a scary movie so, watching a spine-chilling film on Halloween night truly would be thrilling! Another fun thing to do would be going on a quick Hal- loween-themed scavenger hunt around your house, or in your backyard. And something simi- lar to the scavenger hunt would be a Halloween party with your Abella Vasquez and Erica Palabrica outside the home of the mischievous Witch family. Play some fun Halloween of Kilbarry (October 31, 2019). Photo: Nicole Vasquez games, and make tasty snacks! teresting and creative pumpkins outdoor attractions. Halloween Halloween decorations carvings can be found lurking can be just as fun with your Halloween can be fun in many outside people’s houses. family and friends by staying at different ways, even if we can’t Spooky glowing ghosts and home and making it fun, while go out into our neighbourhoods skeletons are set up on lawns, keeping a safe distance from for trick- or-treating. Some and incredibly spooky full lawn, others! people are still spreading the door, and window decorations So, there are hopes for Hal- Halloween spirit by decorating are all around Kilbarry Cres.! loween, and it’s never the time their lawns with spooky deco- No sign yet of the mischievous to give up on this spooky sea- rations, which is a great way to Witch of Kilbarry decorating son! Happy Halloween! share the festive spirit without her house for Halloween. risk of spreading the virus! We hope your Halloween was Creepy window decorations Making Halloween fun spooky and special, Abella and are sure to freak you out in the Halloween can be celebrated in that you enjoyed a scavenger neighborhoods around Manor many different ways than just hunt and got to watch a really Park Public School. Lots of in- trick-or-treating and haunted scary movie! November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 19 The Circle Broken – An Historical Novel Manor Park author Judy Lishman publishes her second book

The Circle Broken is the story their captivity. the treaties, the failure of the Home and School, the editor of a young girl named Eliza Although the story de- justice system when dealing of the Manor Park Chronicle, McLean who is the daughter of picts life in a fur trading fort, with Indigenous people, and and at various times has led the a chief trader of the Hudson’s the main focus is on the Plains the government’s attempt to campaign against the proposed Bay Company. Written in Cree people. Their lives had “take the Indian out of the Kettle Island bridge. Judy is journal format, the story takes been irreparably damaged as child” through the residential a retired high school English place in 1884-1885, in what a result of the extermination schools. teacher. was then known as the District of the buffalo to accommo- Judy Lishman is a Manor of Saskatchewan, around the date the building of the rail- Park resident who has lived The Circle Broken is her sec- time of the second Riel Re- road and arrival of the white here for 38 years. During that ond book. Orders can be bellion. During the rebellion, settlers. As a consequence, time, she has been active in the placed by calling 613 748-1375 Eliza and her family were held the Plains Cree suffered from community. She has been the or by email, dlishman@sym- hostage for 65 days by mem- starvation and were forced president of the Manor Park patico.ca . bers of Chief Big Bear’s band onto reservations. who were seeking protection The other issues explored from government troops. The are the Canadian govern- family remained sympathetic ment’s failure to live up to to Big Bear’s band throughout its promises with regard to

My rambles with bird-spotter Tay By Jane Buckley we watched three tiny Ruby- the garden bench outside our crowned kinglets skittering about kitchen window. Each day I walk Border collie Tay daily in a lilac bush by a bus-stop on they explored a larger area of between Manor Park and Rock- Birch Ave. We were six feet away the garden. Entrancing! cliffe Park and he points out in- from them and I could see clearly During the spring and ear- teresting birds. At this time of the red topknot on each! ly summer, we enjoyed three year, many are robins, gather- Somewhat larger and daylight sightings of a local ing in groups under the bushes. more easily seen, Tay spotted a red fox that trotted along the Along the Ottawa River this Barred owl in Hillsdale Park on inner path through our gar- fall, we found Cedar waxwings two occasions during the sum- den between Farnham Cr. and enjoying berries. mer, and it watched us from Dunvegan Rd. – coming and Talking of robins, a pair above as we wandered below going. This fox was also spot- returned to our carport in the its tree before gliding away on ted around Mackay Lake and spring, repaired last-year’s silent wings. I had great view of into Rockcliffe, so it covered nest and raised four babies. a Broad-winged hawk in a large considerable territory and ap- However, on the day when the maple tree overlooking Birch peared to be in good condition. first baby fledged, a family of Ave. where I have also seen the Crows came by and removed Merlin again this summer. On the other three (I saw one being Thanksgiving, walking down carried away!). the Mile Circle, my eye caught Two days later, I met up a flash of white landing in a with the surviving baby robin, dead tree. My bird-spotter and I which was practising flying got close enough to photograph in the garden and landed on a a Red-tailed hawk, probably branch close to me. We had a hunting for mice now that the nice chat before it was called area has been mown away by its mum. Within two On a recent occasion, I was weeks, Mrs. Robin was again most surprised and amazed sitting on her nest and later pro- to find, in the middle of Birch duced another four babies all Ave., a huge Turkey vulture of which hatched and fledged cleaning up a road-kill squirrel. successfully. We were glad to Since then my husband Mike be able to use the carport freely and I have seen two of these again! No wonder there are so birds gliding in thermal air cur- many robins around. rents above the RCMP. Who would have thought of On the home front in June, Birch Ave. as being good for bird our resident chipmunks parad- watching? Well I have been lucky ed three babies for inspection three times this year. In late April, as they practiced climbing on Page 20 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 Manor Park’s pie guy Cameron Pelda bakes pies for Thanksgiving

By Sharleen Tattersfield

It began with a love of food and cooking, evolving into a pie-making marathon (of sorts) in preparation for Thanksgiv- ing weekend. Cameron Pelda’s idea of baking and selling apple pies started with a simple post on the Manor Park Listserve. Within minutes he received his first order and from there purchase requests started pour- ing in – quickly expanding into an order list for 30 of his fresh- ly made, home-baked, double- crust apple pies. In all, Cameron made 35 pies for Thanksgiving with five reserved for family and close friends. At just 14 years old, Cam- Delicious-looking, freshly baked apple eron feels at home in the kitch- pies – ready for pick-up. en, preparing dinners twice a Photo: Allison Seymour week for his family of four, and baking sweet treats regularly, eycrisp apples to adding season- such as muffins, cakes, cook- ally aromatic spices such as cin- ies and loaves. This summer, namon, allspice and nutmeg. he enrolled in youth classes at Cameron tells the Chroni- C’est Bon Cooking school for a cle that he made the crusts first, week-long course in baking and late in the week leading up to then another in general cooking. Thanksgiving and on alternate “I like baking,” says Cam- days when he wasn’t in Grade eron. “I started baking pies 8 classes at De La Salle middle with my friends to share with school. Pies (baked in batches of our families. That’s what gave four) were made Friday evening me the idea for making a lit- for Saturday morning pick-ups; tle money by baking pies for more were baked on Saturday for Thanksgiving and posting this pick-up later that day with two on the listserve.” batches baked on Sunday morn- Fresh ingredients were used ing for pick-up that evening. to make every pie from scratch, “This is something I love to from painstakingly mixing and do,” says Cameron. “It’s quite rolling out pie crusts, to peeling fun and a good way to pass the Cameron rolling out pie crust in his family’s kitchen. Photo: Allison Seymour and thinly slicing some 160 Hon- time.” Cameron also says, “It was a challenge to see if I could about pie-making for Christ- really do this and I was happily mas. Interested readers should Editor’s Note: Refer to surprised that I did it!” check the Listserve in early Listserve article on page 32 HOLIDAY MEALS & BAKING | GIFTS | SHOP ONLINE OR IN-STORE Congratulations Cameron! December for a chance to place for more information Cameron is already thinking their holiday orders. on how to join.

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Board of Directors Allison Seymour Chair A Call for Support Rahul Chandran Vice-Chair Michael Kremmel Treasurer FROM THE DESK OF: probably needs these most. Our Vessela Zaykova Secretary Before- and After- School Pro- Kailey McLachlan Director gram, which provides most of our revenue to subsidize other Mark Smith Director recreational programs, has been Main Office: radically reduced and continues 100 Braemar St. 613-741-4778 to be impacted. email: [email protected] We have been successful at securing several grants that Community Centre will help us fund some specific 100 Thornwood Ave. 613-7414753 areas of programming and we continue to look for these sup- Child Care Office: ports from government at all 100 Braemar St. 613-741-4776 levels. Our staff has also been MPCC Chair Recreation Office: radically reduced by close to 30 ALLISON SEYMOUR percent since January, which 100 Thornwood Rd. 613-741-4753 has really been the most dif- How to volunteer: Over the past eight months, ficult part of our pandemic re- manorpark.ca/work-or-volunteer like everyone, the team at the sponse. The board of directors MPCC has been in a constant is very thankful to have such Apply for a job: state of uncertainty. From the a strong leadership team at the manorpark.ca/work-or-volunteer earliest impacts of the pan- MPCC, who demonstrate resil- demic requiring the MPCC to ience and dedication every day. Sponsor an event physically shut its doors until The team members con- or program: today and the need to respond tinue, despite all the challenges pand from there. We have had principal). We have heard from [email protected] to the “second wave.” and unknowns, to be innovative interest from Queen Elizabeth some grandparents that they For more information At our last board meeting, and responsive to the needs of and Trille des Bois schools and are doing activities with their we discussed the financial im- the community. They continue the Boys and Girls Club of Ot- grand-preschoolers and find the about what we do: plications of the second wave to pivot to provide supports tawa. kits an excellent resource. manorpark.ca and the viability of the MPCC and resources where they are Little Learning Bags – The Manor Park Skating Rink in the “new normal”. The re- needed most. Some examples MPCC started selling monthly – Planning is underway for ality is that the MPCC was in include: kits for preschoolers and plans the winter skating season and a very healthy financial posi- Family Meals – Through to expand with curriculum-re- the MPCC is considering rent- tion at the start of the year but a Red Cross grant, the MPCC lated kits for grades 1 through ing out the west lawn pleasure through the past few months will be sending prepared meals 6. The team developing the kits puddle for family gatherings (in has had to deplete reserves in home with schoolchildren, is comprised of Meagan Noon- line with Ottawa Public Health order to continue to offer com- enough to feed their whole an (early childhood educator), restrictions). We will be look- munity programs and services family. We will start with our Stephanie Sears (teacher), and ing to secure fire pit permits at a time when the community after-school families and ex- Bambi Ross (retired elementary and equipment for outdoor ac- tivities from the City of Ottawa. The skating rink will be avail- able for open public skating as Afternoons in the park permitted by the city. As we head into the win- Supervised fun after school secure supervision from 2:45 Registration is ongoing! be arranged by parents ter months, and manage the on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and - 5:45 p.m.! Perfect for home- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and • Children from all schools impact of the second wave, we Thursdays! A focus on outdoor schoolers needing more social Thursdays accepted, including home foresee challenges increasing play and physical distancing. interaction or families looking 2:45 – 5:45 p.m. schooling and virtual for the MPCC. There is a real Rain or shine! Social, creative for supervised fun during af- 100 Thornwood Rd. schooling possibility that community or- and active time for your child ter school hours. Register for $50 registration fee • Activities modified to be ganizations like the MPCC will safely outdoors. Ideal for chil- a month – or the entire school $205 per month done outdoors so children not be able to stay viable over dren aged 6-12 years. Safe and year! should be dressed appro- the long term, but we won’t What to expect? priately for all types of go down without a fight! It is • Small groups that support weather important that the community family bubbles • Indoor space provided dur- is aware of these challenges • Thoughtfully-planned ing inclement weather as we depend on the commu- outdoor fun with friends • Current capacity of nine nity for support. Thank you to • Instructor is a 2021 Uni- children those who are already actively versity of Ottawa teacher Sound great?! engaged with the MPCC – we candidate Express your interest to are grateful for your contribu- • Safe, and supervised [email protected] . tions. And we welcome and • Physical distancing, encourage others to consider masks, hand washing, and registering for a program, vol- other protocols to reduce unteering your time or making potential COVID-19 trans- a donation to our Opportunity mission Fund. • Daily active screening of The MPCC is a vital com- children and staff health munity resource, employer and • COVID-19 Safety Plan “hub” and we need help to en- and Response Plan in sure it can continue to meet the place needs of Manor Park during Oliver and Gemma McHugh display crafts made during a session at Afternoons • Transportation to and from these challenging times. in the park. Photo: Stephanie Sears the community centre must Stay safe and be kind. 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FITNESS – SUPERVISOR’S Cheryl Moreau INTRO TO SKATING TEENS AND ADULTS Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:15 Ages 5-10 MESSAGE a.m. manorpark.ca for dates and registration! Manor Park Community Centre – Front Lawn Shinny Hockey League manorpark.ca for dates & registration! November 2020 Register your team and head out onto the ice to enjoy Canada’s favourite game the way it was meant to be played – outside!

STAY STRONG & STABLE POWER SKATING WORKOUT WITH This training can help you prevent falls, CHERYL MOREAU add years of independent living, and help Manor Park Outdoor Rink manage chronic conditions. 16+ Josh Cassidy manorpark.ca for dates & registration! Louise Hannant & Nina LePage Hello Manor Park! Manor Park Community Centre– Front Lawn YOGA Fall has always been a favou- Thursdays, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. & 11:45 Stretch, relax and renew with classes rite of mine. I love the beauti- a.m. – 12:45 p.m. that are suitable for all abilities. Extra ful fall days, changing leaves manorpark.ca for dates & registration! layers will keep you warm and outdoor and the signs that ski season lights will help you to see through this MANOR PARK SHINNY HOCKEY is fast approaching. evening class. LEAGUE I remain so grateful and Manor Park Outdoor Rink appreciative of MPCC staff Hatha – All Levels 16+ and participants as we host Nina LePage manorpark.ca for dates and registration! through our Physically Active Manor Park Community Centre – Front and Physically Distanced Lawn SKATING POWER WORKOUT FRIDAY FAMILY SKATE programs together. There are Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Want to improve your technique and get November 2020 challenges that come with manorpark.ca for dates & registration! a good workout too? Join Cheryl as she Unwind and get ready for the weekend by any new (and ever-changing) leads you through a fun workout on the coming for a skate with the family! You circumstances. CORE AND FULL BODY WORKOUT ice at the MPCC outdoor rink. Power bring the family and we’ll bring the tunes! I remain extremely grate- FOR ALL! MANOR PARK strokes, cross cuts, slaloms and even Music and disco lights make this a fun ful to be a small part of Ot- Classes begin with a warm-up with high- squats on the ice will have you sweating way to slide into your weekend. tawa Cares as we undertake intensity intervals followed by balance OUTDOOR RINK all the way through this class. Improve several community-level and strength exercises for your arms your skating and your overall fitness! Manor Park Outdoor Rink initiatives to mitigate the and shoulders. Squats, push-ups, and Winter is such a fantastic time to get Fridays, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. impacts felt by COVID-19. planks all strengthen your essential core outside and take advantage of all that At the time of writing this muscles. Extra layers will keep you warm Mother Nature has to offer. email, our wonderful volun- and outdoor lights will help you to see The MPCC is working hard to beat those teer team, led by Volunteer through this evening class. winter blues and get you out enjoying one Book your Coordinator Michelle Ruel, is of Canada’s favourite pastimes. outdoor holiday delivering an average of 500 Louise Hannant Here is a sneak peak of some of the food hampers per week! Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. things that we have planned for this events with us! The launch of “Dinner Manor Park Community Centre – Front winter. Keep an eye on manorpark.ca for is Served” is also an excit- Lawn exact dates, details, and registration! Private Rink & Bonfire ing initiative. I think we tend manorpark.ca for dates & registration! to focus on the economic rentals at MPCC impacts felt by this virus. While an important piece it Enjoy our intimate skating puddle is not the only one. “Dinner is Served” is here not only with soft twinkling lights, out- to help with food insecurity door games and a toasty glowing bonfire. Perfect for a romantic date or but give families a chance to reserve your family’s spot to host your very own, private, outdoor physically take a break and focus not on distanced gathering. Families and/or cohorts will be invited to select their what is for dinner but who is individual timeslot to host and privately enjoy the amenities. A first-aid present for dinner. I am excited for the winter certified MPCC staff member will be on hand to tend to your fire, super- ahead! We have fantastic vise the outdoor area and allow you access to indoor heated washrooms. Our skating puddle and bonfire are located on the front west lawn of the plans for the outdoor rink SKATING LESSONS! this year. Keep an eye on FULL BODY WORKOUT Manor Park Community Centre, adjacent to the fire engine park. Hosts are manorpark.ca as we work Instructor Cheryl Moreau changes the Skating is a great way to beat those welcome to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy next to the fire. hard to keep you active and class formats to keep you on your toes winter blues and make the most of this connected to your commu- and help you stay motivated towards winter season! These classes offer your nity! achieving your fitness goals. Extra layers child a safe and fun progression through Find your next-normal with an outdoor winter soirée Wishing everyone the best will keep you warm and outdoor lights the wonderful world of skating on outdoor at the Manor Park Community Centre. in health and happiness! will help you to see through this early rinks. morning class. Prices and availability coming soon to manorpark.ca

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SUPERVISOR’S ADULT STILL LIFE EXPLORATION WITH VIRTUAL LEGO® MINECRAFT™ MESSAGE PROGRAMMING ANTONIA WEETMAN – IN-PERSON BUILDING Still lives can give us a particular focus Join the LEGO® guy, Ian Dudley of Orange for our art. Join Antonia to explore paint- STEM Education, for online classes that ing and drawing still life compositions - teach you to virtually build cool Mine- including fruit, flowers and more! Course craftTM LEGO projects at home. Building will touch on the concept of ‘momento activities will introduce you to the LEGO mori’ often found in still lives, a reminder Digital Designer (LDD) application. Learn of the inevitability of decay. All levels how to create and save builds, how to welcome. select, connect, rotate and copy pieces. Then, with LEGO instructions, build 2D Every other Sunday Antonia Weetman is an alumna of the and 3D virtual Minecraft LEGO projects Oct. 4 – Dec. 13, 2020 Diploma programme at the Ottawa School using pre-set parts libraries in LDD. Soon WHY POSTURE IS IMPORTANT 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. of Art and has an Masters Degree in Art you will be able to create other virtual WITH DR. MARTIN ZOLLINGER – $10 drop in History. projects to share at home! ONLINE DISCUSSION Stephanie Sears Text Neck - Neck Pain - Upper Back Saturdays Wednesdays Staying active Tension & Burning - Shoulder Pain - Nov. 14 – Dec. 19, 2020 Nov. 4 – 25, 2020 and connected Headaches - Arm Numbness? None of 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. these symptoms are normal - yet so $140 $90 It wasn’t long ago that I was scrolling through old pho- many people struggle with them every tos and videos on my phone day! Join Dr. Martin and the way you DUNGEONS & DRAGONS ONLINE when a particular video think about those nagging aches and CHILDREN’S Become a player in the world’s most caught my eye. A 10-second pains. Come prepared for a ‘hands on’ popular tabletop role-playing game. In clip of children gathered — interactive evening and learn why these PROGRAMMING D&D, players take on the role of a fantasy dancing, jumping and shout- problems occur; and more importantly character within an adventuring party of ing, friends and families what to do about them. This class will up to five characters. The party will work socializing, enjoying pie and give you the tools and information neces- together to overcome various physical purchasing their popcorn for sary to identify and correct the underlying WATERCOLOUR PAINTING WITH and mental obstacles introduced to the outdoor movie that was problems once and for all. LAURIE HEMMINGS – IN-PERSON them by the storyteller. Players will go to come. This 10 seconds In this program individual style is encour- on a weekly adventure cultivating their was a happy reminder of Thursday Nov. 19 aged with lots of one-on-one instruction. creativity, teamwork, decision-making, 2019’s Rock The Block event Thursday Dec. 17 All levels welcome. commitment, and character-development and of what’s to come — 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. skills. Typically played together at a eventually. I will often think about Pay-what-you-can Saturdays table, but due to COVID-19, the session the excitement and joy our Oct. 17 – Dec. 5, 2020 will happen online through Roll20, a community events will bring 10:00 AM – 12:00 p.m. virtual table top site! Join our resident when we can finally begin $170 Dungeon Master this Fall and see if you hosting once again. I day- have what it takes to be the hero in your dream about the masses of VIRTUAL LEGO® CLUB own story! Requirements: an email ad- people that will gather on our During your child’s Ottawa Carelton dress, a free account for Roll20 website, sports field and front lawn to District School Baord-scheduled virtual a computer with a camera and mic and be enjoy Rock the Block, Pints nutrition and recess break! between the ages of 10-16. Participants in the Park and our Skating Join the LEGO® guy, Ian Dudley of Orange must be able to read. Party and Chili Cook-off. STEM Education, for online nutrition Tough times never last — break classes that teach you to virtually Wednesdays only tough people do. There build LEGO engineering and LEGO art Nov. 11 – Dec. 16, 2020 is a light at the end of this projects at home. Building activities 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. tunnel and we cannot wait THE MANOR PARK KNITTING CIRCLE – $80 to bring you more large, will introduce you to the LEGO Digital inclusive community events. IN-PERSON Designer (LDD) application. Learn how Believe me when I say, Have a project you’re working on? Need to create and save builds, how to select, perhaps more than anyone, advice getting started? Say ‘hello’ to ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH ANTONIA connect, rotate and copy pieces. Then, I miss seeing and socializing Manor Park’s Knitting Circle. Join Mari- WEETMAN – IN-PERSON with LEGO instructions, build a variety of with all of you, and bringing anne, Christine & Nina for a weekly social Enjoy painting and building on tech- 2D and 3D projects using pre-set parts you the in-person program- knitting club. All ages and skill levels niques for mixing colour and making libraries in LDD. Soon you will be able to ming and events you’ve come welcome. Attending is free - a small an appealing composition. Classes will create other virtual projects to share at to know and love. weekly donation is welcome! look at tone, focus on colour mixing and home! In the meantime, know landscape, before exploring techniques that we are doing every- Mondays like palette knife painting and abstract. Grades 2-3 thing we can to stay safe, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. All levels welcome. Tuesdays seen, relevant and active in Free – weekly donations welcome Nov. 3 – 24, 2020 the community. We have a Antonia Weetman is an alumna of the 11:00 – 11:45 p.m. wonderful selection of in- SEW AMAZING SUNDAYS – Diploma programme at the Ottawa School $85 person and online programs for all ages. We’ve teamed IN-PERSON of Art and has an Masters Degree in Art MANOR PARK ART SALE up with a number of partners Need somewhere to sew with likeminded History. Grades 4-6 IN-PERSON (OrangeSTEM, Period Packs, individuals? Need advice on a difficult Tuesdays Work from local artists on display Re:form Chiropractic, etc…) pattern? Join the group and share your Wednesdays Nov 3 – 24, 2020 now at the community centre! for some exciting things, and love of fabric hoarding, project starting Nov 11 – Dec 16, 2020 1:45 – 2:30 p.m. All art is for sale. Please schedule a I look forward to connecting and the immense gratification that finish- 10:00 AM – 12:00 p.m. $85 viewing time by email: with you either in-person or ing the perfect project brings! $140 [email protected] online soon! Trusted provider of recreational programs and licensed child care • 613-741-4753 Page 24 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 MANOR PARK COMMUNITY COUNCIL • manorpark.ca CHILD CARE AND EARLY LEARNING

SUPERVISOR’S Little Learning Bags MESSAGE Now being offered for families and students in grades 1 to 6 Compliment your child’s For example your bag remote learning or home- could include: schooling experience with • books Little Learning Bags! Take- • crafts home educational bags for • fine motor activities children in grades 1 – 6, • math activities which include activities • science experiments based directly upon the On- • fingerplays and tario curriculum. Monthly songs bags will include a combina- • matching games tion of grade appropriate ac- • laminated letters to tivities focusing on art, math, practice writing and a Megan Noonan, RECE language and science. Sup- white board marker What a fantastic two months plies and instructions will we’ve had at Before-and- allow parents and children A new bag is available After-School in Manor Park! to share a family friendly each month. Everyone is so happy to learning experience from the tified teacher and registered rent curriculum and offer an Order yours by November 15 see each other and I am es- comfort of home! Bags are early childhood educator to age-appropriate educational to receive your first bag by No- pecially proud of the children curated by an Ontario-cer- ensure they reflect the cur- experience for all. vember 23, 2020. $25 for their willingness to wear their masks and maintain physical distance when playing. Even our kinders New! Period Packs are eager to show off their masks! The My Little Learning drop-off location Bags have received such a positive response that our We are collecting your donations of menstrual products for Period team at Manor Park Commu- Packs! Donations could include: pads, tampons, menstrual cups, nity Council is busy expand- etc, of all sizes. Period Packs distributes period hygiene products ing these bags for families to women in need allowing them to menstruate with confidence and grades 1-6 children. and dignity. Join the Menstrual Movement. #periodpovertycanada These new Family Fun “Period Packs is drawing attention to the disparities in men- Bags will include activities strual equity in Canada. We are on a mission to dissolve the geo- that can be done via video graphical and financial barriers Canadians face while trying to ac- call to help you and your cess vital period products.” www.periodpacks.org family keep connected! The Call or email to schedule your drop off today! bags for grades 1-6 will be 613-741-4753 / [email protected] thoughtfully planned and based on the Ontario curricu- lum. As a registered early COVID Grinch couldn’t steal How can childhood educator, I am you help? excited to team up with Arts How can you support your Supervisor Stephanie Sears Manor Park’s Halloween (thanks to MPCC) community’s response to who is a registered teacher, Covid-19? to create these bags. In a year where socializing Volunteer Order them online. Enjoy has been so constrained, when • Drivers are needed to safely from home. For more not banned outright, Ottawa deliver food hampers information: manorpark.ca Public Health’s recommenda- from food banks to tion in October to refrain from residents (two hours per trick-or-treating this year was a week). tough bonbon to swallow. • Drivers are needed Yet Manor Park residents to distribute prepared adapted, with help from the meals to residents (two Manor Park Community Coun- hours per week). cil (MPCC). Donate The MPCC and Lindenlea • Donate $15 to purchase Community Association kept a SIM card to activate a its Halloween trivia night tradi- used cell phone. tion alive (or, at least, undead) • Donate to your local by shifting to Zoom. food bank. Meanwhile, the MPCC Photo: Marie-Frédérique Caron • Donate unused snow- hosted a kids-centered trivia spirit of hellish home reno- suits! Drop them off night of its own on Zoom, and vation, the MPCC created a yard transformations, added at Manor Park also arranged peanut-free can- Haunted Halloween Walk. their address to a map of the Community Centre dy deliveries. Proud homeowners, looking to walk, posted online at manor- (100 Thornwood Rd.) Finally, tapping into the show off their terrifying front- park.ca/halloween . Trusted provider of recreational programs and licensed child care • 613-741-4753 November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 25 Ottawa Cares (.ca) Your community response to COVID-19

By Lana Burpee summer. The meals reached provide a SIM card to activate MPCC Executive Director individuals and families in tem- each phone. Visit manorpark. porary shelters without cook- ca to donate. Thank you, in ad- As part of an initiative of Ward ing facilities. Deliveries for the vance! 12 / 13 community associa- Parkdale Food Bank started the tions (Cardinal Glen, Linden- first week of October and we Fighting isolation in our lea, New Edinburgh, Manor are always looking for more community Park, Overbrook, Rockcliffe food banks to help! As a recreation provider, the Park and Vanier), the website, MPCC knows how important OttawaCares.ca was launched “Dinner is Served” – prepared community connections are. by the Manor Park Commu- meals We appreciate first-hand how nity Council (MPCC) in April. The MPCC received federal quarantines, physical distanc- What does Ottawa Cares do? grant monies being administrat- ing and other measures have ed by the Red Cross to provide contributed to the isolation of Food bank hamper deliveries activities mitigating the impact many residents. The first project was to facili- of COVID-19. The cornerstone With the support of the tate food bank hamper deliv- of this grant is a prepared meal Red Cross grant, we continue eries: recruiting volunteers, program we are calling “Dinner to offer recreational programs establishing protocols for vol- is Served.” – Stay Strong & Stable (fitness unteer health and safety, or- The goal is to distribute for seniors), Multi-sport (out- ganizing operations with food 1,500 meals to residents by No- door games for kids), Core Fit- bank staff, organizing volunteer vember 30 and a further 1,500 ness and Yoga (for adults), and shifts, creating delivery routes, meals in the coming months. Basketball (through the Boys and monitoring daily volunteer Meals are available to anyone and Girls Club of Ottawa). pick ups and deliveries. who needs one – without a cost Residents have embraced Residents have been told to or financial means test. Stresses Volunteers working out of the commercial kitchen at the CSC Vanier Franco- moving outdoors for their remain home as much as possi- from the pandemic – financial, phone Centre (270 Marier Ave.) put finishing touches on meal boxes (salad, workouts. More virtual pro- ble to reduce the spread of CO- mental or physical – are often in- veggies and fruit) and get ready to ladle freshly made pasta sauce over the hot grams and activities are being VID-19, but food banks report visible. Not one of us is immune. noodles. Photo: Peter Gareau developed. that home delivery is more than To make the greatest im- The MPCC has a plan to a pandemic response – it’s a pact, we are distributing meals from a ready-made, nutritious vices and our educational in- provide outdoor opportunities longstanding need in our com- to children and their families meal? See Manorpark.ca for stitutions. The electronics drive for families to gather and con- munity. It seems common sense through our own program, details. puts used cell phones, tablets nect. These will be centered on to have food hampers delivered Before- and After-School in and laptops into the hands of the skating rinks and surround- to seniors with limited mobility Manor Park, and the Boys and Technology development residents who need them. With ing fields. during Ottawa winters, or resi- Girls Club of Ottawa. Meals Ottawa tech company, InItLive, a working phone, people can dents using public transporta- are also distributed through with the City of Ottawa and the call 911 for help, book an ap- Thank you . . . tion or anyone too ill or injured children’s programming at the MPCC (operating as Ottawa- pointment with a food bank, Thank you to Josh Cassidy to visit a food bank. Manor Park Public School, Cares.ca) have launched a proj- provide a contact number on a (MPCC Sports Supervisor), Food bank deliveries be- Queen Mary Street Public ect to develop technology for job application or simply con- Stephanie Sears (MPCC Arts gan at Rideau-Rockcliffe Com- School and through a local the management and delivery nect with friends and family. Supervisor), Michelle Ruel munity Resource Centre (RR- basketball program hosted by of food hampers. Leveraging Laptops and tablets have be- (MPCC Volunteer Coordina- CRC). Our efforts were in part Manock Lual and Prezdential existing software applications come a necessary tool for aca- tor), Rahul Chandran (MPCC supported by a grant from the Basketball. for volunteer management and demic success. Vice-Chair), as well as David McConnell Foundation. Soon The “Dinner is Served” mapping / routing, the project Several dozen phones, Megginson and George Par- deliveries were started at the menus are prepared by profes- will develop and test an inte- tablets and laptops have been kanyi for sharing their expertise Partage Vanier Food Bank. sional chefs and vary weekly. grated application specifically dropped off at the Manor Park and driving the project forward. Now, we deliver five days per Vegetarian options are always suited for our food banks. Community Centre. The RR- Also, a big thank you to our com- week. Local chef Peter Gareau available, and all meals are halal. CRC has identified people who munity partner organizations. contacted Ottawa Cares to help We acknowledge and thank the Electronics drive would benefit from a cell phone. deliver the 200 meals that he chefs, administrators and volun- Now more than ever it is im- Next step? SIM cards. We and this volunteer team pre- teers who make this possible. portant to stay connected with are hoping that the community To find out how you can help, pared each Wednesday this Could your family benefit loved ones, community ser- will make donations of $15 to please see p. 24! Natalie’s URBANOTTAWA UrbanOttawa.com the art of urban living

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FROM THE DESK OF: nect you with wrap-around so- to help and encourage the Ot- da’s National Capital Region – cial services that may be able Please – stay home tawa police in its reforms un- environmentally, socially, and to provide you with the support where you can, der Chief Sloly. economically. you need. maintain a two- Interprovincial crossings Providing feedback to the NCC Gateway zone speed signage metre distance from Finally, the National Capital If you are interested to partici- Installation of gateway zone Commission (NCC) is leading pate by providing feedback or speed signage has been com- people outside your the development of the Long- if you have any questions, call pleted for about half of the household, Term Integrated Interprovincial the NCC’s Help Line toll free residential streets in Manor Crossings Plan in collaboration at 613-239-5000 or 1-800-465- Park. The remaining residen- wear a mask and with its provincial and munici- 1867. The NCC Client Ser- tial streets will be signed in the wash your hands. pal partners. This plan will rec- vices Line is open Monday to spring, assuming a sufficient ommend the best way to manage Friday (except holidays), 8:30 Councillor – Ward 13 amount of money is directed congestion across the Ottawa a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST).The NCC Rideau-Rockcliffe to ward-specific traffic-calm- ane Deans’ return from medi- River, from now to 2050. is looking for feedback to help ing measures in the 2021 City cal leave, he indicated that he This plan is particularly develop the Interprovincial RAWLSON KING Budget. wished to cede his seat. Mayor important now as more and Crossings Plan. Hello everyon – it’s Fall al- The purpose of gateway Watson graciously recom- more people and goods are ex- As we head towards the ready! My team and I have signage is to harmonize all mended my appointment to pected to cross back and forth holidays, my team and I con- been very busy still working at the speed limits on residential bring the insights that I have between Ottawa and Gatin- tinue to be here to help you. home. I would be remiss, given streets to 40 km/h, providing from my mandate as the coun- eau. Finding solutions for how the rise in cases of COVID-19 consistency for drivers and cil liaison for Anti-Racism and people and goods travel more Please get in touch with us in Ottawa to implore you to improved safety for more vul- Ethnocultural Relations Initia- easily and efficiently across the by phone at 613-580-2483 please – stay home where you nerable road users. Gateway tives. I’m happy to serve in Ottawa River is critical to the or via email at can, maintain a two-metre dis- signage is a new measure that anyway I can and use the role long-term wellbeing of Cana- [email protected]. tance from people outside your was created in 2018, and the household, wear a mask and installations are part of my wash your hands. office's ongoing commitment FROM THE DESK OF: Revoking seniority rule Review stages: I know that many may to lower residential speeds in for teacher hiring November to December 2020: feel that these guidelines are throughout Rideau-Rockcliffe Ontario’s Minister of Education Appoint steering group, share sounding like a broken re- by the end of this term of has announced the repeal of the findings of a desk review with cord, but they are now even council. policy of hiring teachers with the the group to guide the design more important. COVID-19 is We have received a few most seniority, known as “Regu- of survey/interview/discussion likely to have been circulating inquiries about the signs read- lation 274: Hiring Practices” – to questions and to provide in- in our community for a while. ing ‘zone ends’. To clarify, we take effect October 29, 2020. sight to identified groups for a We’re currently in the middle have to have both clear en- This regulation (established in consultation outreach. of the second wave and your trance and exit signs to delin- 2012) has been criticized by January 2021: Finalize actions will determine which eate the boundaries of the zone school boards for emphasizing questions for use in facilitated way the epidemiological and for the lower speed limits seniority as a key hiring consid- group discussions and survey- curve goes. to be permitted. eration for long-term- and con- ing, outreach to groups identi- If you’re reading this and CHRIS ELLIS tract-teaching positions. fied by the steering group to you have problems with get- Appointment, Ottawa Police OCDSB School Trustee I didn't think it necessary to schedule meetings, and pilot in ting tested, cannot self-isolate Services Board wholly repeal this regulation to two schools (one priority SRO from members of your family I was recently named to the Zone 6: Alta Vista & deal with some of the policy’s school and one non-priority or have issues with getting sup- Ottawa Police Services Board Rideau-Rockcliffe shortcomings and can't help SRO school) to test the survey plies such as groceries or medi- (PSB). Mayor Watson was oc- but think that the pandemic is tool and facilitated group dis- cation, please call my office at cupying his statutory seat on More than a month into the being used to avoid negotiating cussions. 613-580-2483. We’ll help con- the PSB and, upon Chair Di- 2020-2021 academic year, stu- February to March 2021: dents have been returning to I am encouraged by Conduct one-on-one key infor- school either in person or virtu- mant interviews and/or surveys ally. I don't think anyone would the relatively low with students, staff, adminis- say it has been a smooth process. infection rate in our trators and police, facilitated Although at this time of writ- group discussions with equity ing (October 22), while most schools and want to seeking groups, students, staff students are in a class, some are give a shout-out to and community groups, virtual still not yet assigned. One of the public consultation meetings, challenges is the result of allow- all the Ottawa- and ThoughtExchange™ [on- ing movement from in-person Carleton District line conversations] with par- classroom settings to virtual ents/guardians, students and learning, and vice versa, in re- School Board staff to solicit feedback on the sponse to changing personal cir- (OCDSB) staff for SRO program. cumstances. their incredible com- March to April: Analyse However, this flexibility has input, submit report findings resulted in shifting class make- mitment to the chil- to the Committee of the Whole up and teacher re-assignment. dren in their care. (COW) on April 13, report to While there has been ongoing the school board on April 27, discussion about ‘switch dates’ with unions. and draft a revised policy. (where parents and families are The ministry’s interim April to May: Share the able to change their in-person or policy places less emphasis on revised draft policy with the virtual choice), it is becoming seniority and focuses more on steering group and Phase 1 increasingly clear that school merit and diversity in candi- consultation participants, share districts are unable to make con- date selection. I have raised the the revised draft policy with tinuous fluid shifts workable. issue that the OCDSB needs a OCDSB advisory committees policy in light of the repeal of and school councils. School infection rates Regulation 274 and hope that June to August: Finalize I am encouraged by the rela- this will be addressed this year. revisions to OCDSB Police tively low infection rate in Involvement in Schools policy our schools and want to give Police role review based on stakeholder feedback. a shout-out to all the Ottawa- A major policy consultation Sept 2021: Presentation Carleton District School Board scheduled for this year is a re- of final policy to the OSCDSB (OCDSB) staff for their in- view of Police Involvement in trustees for voting. credible commitment to the OCDSB Schools. This review children in their care. I also will also include an assessment Trustee Chris Ellis can be acknowledge the role parents of the School Resource Officer reached at 613-818-7350 or by have played in this as well. (SRO) program. email at: [email protected]. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 27 Travels with my camera: Ravens at Bodega Bay

By David Keys

These photos were taken on a March 2017 trip to Bodega Bay on the Sonoma Coast north of San Francisco, California. My wife, Mary, and I have been to Bodega Bay many times and it is one of our favourite destina- tions. We love the ocean, the beaches, the dramatic scenery and, of course, the birds. In Quiet time together. Photo: David Keys fact, this is where Alfred Hitch- cock shot his movie The Birds. On our first walk on the Ravens make beach that year, I saw a North- sounds like ern Harrier attacking a Com- deep throaty mon Raven. I quickly started shooting photos. Much to my croaks and pops. surprise the raven was flying upside down to defend itself ated from their crow cousins by from the attacking harrier, an their size, by their larger curved ability few birds have. Since it beaks, the shaggy feathers Raven in flight – one of the pair of ravens from the previous photo.Photo: David Keys was nesting season, I suspect on the throat, and by the four that the harrier had been after ‘fingers’ protruding from their the raven's eggs. Ravens are wingtips (American Crows known to strongly defend their have five ‘fingers’). nests and their young. Ravens make sounds such The photo of the pair of ra- as deep, throaty croaks, rattles, vens was taken on a clifftop by and pops, whereas crows are Bodega Bay. We were there to known for their higher pitched look for grey whales migrating caw. Over the last few decades north, but I was quite taken by ravens have been returning the ravens. I presume they were to our area after being mostly mates. They were having some killed off as a result of wide- quiet time together and did spread wolf poisoning that took Edward Jones-Elliott_COLOUR_N 20_Layout 1 2020-10-27 1:07 PM Page 1 not seem to mind as I crawled place earlier in the 20th century. along the ground towards them Ravens became victims of the to take photos. They are diffi- wolf kills as they would feed on cult to photograph since they the carcasses. I now see them are completely black making it regularly in Gatineau Park. challenging to capture details According to Jennifer Ack- of their features. erman's book The Genius of Fern Hill School_COLOUR_NAfter taking 20_Layout these 1 2020-10-26 photos 11:55Birds PM, ravensPage 1 are among the my curiosity about ravens and smartest of birds and have a their behaviour led me to do a remarkable ability to maintain The attack. Photo: David Keys little research. Common Ra- multi-year relationships with vens are large birds, substan- their social groups. They are ping stones on aggressors! tially bigger than American responsive to the emotional So next time you see what Crows, which we see more of- needs of others in their group, you think are crows, particu- ten in our area. Wingspans of quite a rare trait among birds. larly in hilly, rural areas, have ravens vary up to as much as Great problem solvers, they a closer look. They may be 150 cm. They can be differenti- even use weapons such as drop- ravens.

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By James Ogilvy is no access to acoustically designed rehearsal rooms, no It’s amazing what a difference more gathering in close prox- a community health crisis – one imity for rehearsal, and no of countless such crises across more live performance. the world – can wreak on our Recent research shows that familiar routines. With few choral singing puts participants exceptions, we have all had to at higher risk than many other make adjustments to our lives, activities, as singing produces and for some these changes more virus-bearing aerosols have been wrenching. than normal speech does. Even You may have read in the though masks have been de- March-April 2020 edition of signed specifically for this pur- the Chronicle about the Uni- pose, the sound is somewhat versity of Ottawa Choir’s prep- muffled, and singers still need arations for a spring celebration to stand at a distance apart, of Beethoven’s 250th birthday. rendering most indoor venues Sadly, that performance went impracticable for a choir of 65. unsung, as the city and the And outdoors in Ottawa’s win- world moved into shutdown ter is not a realistic alternative! mode. Under normal circumstanc- Choral singing is a collec- es, voices tend to be rusty after tive activity that involves im- a summer of inactivity, but they U Ottawa Choir Director Robert Filion explains a fine point.Photo: Courtesy, James Ogilvy mersion in harmony, the chal- are quickly re-tuned by large lenges of difficult scores, and group practices. This is now all part of an experiment in untried hearsal hall, joined only by our camaraderie that often reaches changed. Under the altered cir- territory? What would maintain accompanist, Nick, and our beyond the rehearsal hall and cumstances, what could galva- the choir’s vitality and spirit? Under normal technician, Christian. Robert the stage. But for now, there nize singers into wanting to be Over the summer the choir circumstances, is unable to hear the choir’s noard and our director, Robert muted responses to his teach- Filion, put our collective mind voices tend to be ing. The silence that surrounds to answering these questions, rusty after a him evokes the isolation of researching options and plan- Beethoven, who in his deaf- ning activities. By late August summer of inactivity, ness could only conceive in his we were ready. The weekly but they are quickly mind the marvels he was creat- practices would resume, but in ing for the hearing world. a virtual environment. There re-tuned by large The rehearsals are a re- would be workshops given by group practices. markable success. Choir mem- specialists in choral work, de- bers eagerly join in, with about livered electronically to our 55 of the usual 65 singers tak- homes. There would be reper- shop leaders had made their ing advantage of the opportu- toire to learn and refine. With presentations to enthusiastic re- nity. Robert brings his decades luck, there would be a Christ- sponse from choristers. of teaching, his infectious mas concert, either virtual or In practice, participants at sense of humour, and his deep even – if the risks diminish – in home mute their microphones knowledge of the choir to the person. and turn off their video in order fore, and the feeling is surpris- The true test would be to conserve bandwidth. There ingly intimate. implementation. The planning is something surreal in put- And the eventual Christ- paid off, as by mid-October the ting one’s heart into rendering mas concert? As in the carol choir had completed the first Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus by O Little Town of Bethlehem, six rehearsals, reviving old and oneself, knowing that 55 others one could say that we are fac- discovering new techniques are doing the same in their liv- ing “the hopes and fears of all (both vocal and technological), ing rooms and studies. the years” to bring a message to and learning repertoire. Two of For his part, Robert works help lighten the load of a dif- the eventual four guest work- almost alone in a large re- ficult season. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 29 MEET YOUR NEIGHBOUR

Michael hero should be the one you are working towards being – the person that you want to be!

Who would you want to play O’Keefe you in a movie of your life? Fabio Testi (“de-aged”). He was Who are you? Tell us a little What do you like most about great in many Italian genre mov- about yourself! your career? When you were a ies, specifically mafia ones, such Hello, I want to start off by child, was there a job that you as Contraband and Revolver. saying thanks for asking me wanted to grow up to do? to do this interview! Besides The opportunity to cover film How has COVID-19 affected working at Beechwood Metro, festivals in person is great and I your life? I have a side hustle and real would compare it to a long par- Metro never shut down. How- passion for creating broadcast ty where you are also working ever, there are things that I called Mystic & Severe for the entire time. Besides being used to do, that I do not do now CKCU FM. The show, which in Berlin for two weeks to cov- as well as things that are not as has continued during COV- er their 2020 film festival, I was easy – the situation everyone ID-19, is, though I say so my- fortunate to cover the Toronto else is in. Creating my show self, a strong two-hour show International Film Festival for from home took some getting- focusing on the film industry. It its entire two-week duration in used to but it is working out. features more than an hour of 2018 and again in 2019. industry interviews as well as Since my teenage years, I If you won the lottery, what my film reviews and even film have wanted to write and per- would you spend your win- music to break things up a bit. haps direct a feature film and nings on? The show has been a passport I get closer every two weeks I would move out! of sorts. Last year, I was able when a broadcast comes out. to pitch a script in Hollywood It grows my network and each What do you do to stay and, earlier this year, I covered subject that is interviewed has Michael O’Keefe sporting his Variety ball cap from the 2019 TIFF festival in healthy? the Berlin International Film valuable lessons. Toronto. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield Exercise is integral to a healthy Festival, which was my first mind. I was going to the gym. I time being on the ground for a Tell us about something you are to cherish. Having been taken perhaps get out of this horrible biked a lot over the summer and major European Film Festival. passionate about and why? seriously by the industry for an situation, and a bottle of vodka now use dumb bells primarily. I am a big reader – from hour-long meeting about my to sip while reading Demons. Where were you born? screenplays to autobiographies writing has been perhaps the Where do you see yourself in Ottawa. about people in the film in- ultimate flattery and something If you could have dinner with five years? dustry and also classic novels, that I thought might not happen any three people alive or Hopefully in L.A.! What is your favourite history, politics, and even phi- being Ottawa-based for so long. dead, who would you choose? childhood memory? losophy. As a writer, what you What would you serve? Do you have a motto that you When I was a teen this changed, read is your fuel. It’s good to If you could live anywhere else I’d love to get Arthur Schopen- live by? but when I was a kid, I loved Star draw upon lived experience but in the world, where would you hauer and Friedrich Nietzsche Be open to life’s opportunities Wars. I must admit watching Ep- better to also try to understand go and why? to talk about their subtle dif- even if they were not what you isode 4 as a young child conjured how that fits into the world. Los Angeles, California. De- ferences as nihilists, while Or- originally envisioned! an innocent enthusiasm that was spite the social flaws in Amer- son Welles chimes in. I’m not Thanks again for this op- an unparalleled moment. What accomplishment in your ica, this city is the capital of much of a cook but would hap- portunity. I invite you to join life are you most proud of? movies and is filled with loads pily barbecue some steaks. my Facebook group Mystic & Why do you live in Manor Park? I’ve been on the radio for close of wonderful artists. Severe; to follow me on Insta- I have great parents who allow to five years now and am proud What was the last book you gram (moviemystic2020) or on me to use my job at Metro to in- that my content becomes stron- What three items would you read? Twitter (movie_mystic). You vest in these branding trips. I am ger over the years as well as take with you on a deserted Fear: The Autobiography of may listen to full broadcasts always looking for the next job consistent. All the wonderful island? Dario Argento. online at https://cod.ckcufm. and opportunity. For example, I people I have met – like Nicolas My copy of Demons by Fy- com/programs/534/info.html. am studying social media mar- Cage on a red carpet or Cardi odor Dostoevsky that I have Do you have someone you Be safe, everyone! keting at Algonquin College. B in a nightclub, are memories been neglecting, a flare gun to consider a hero? Why? There have been idols in the This interview has been edited past, but I think that a person’s for length and clarity.

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For additional information you may contact us at 613-742-4400 Ext. 3 Page 30 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 WHAT YOUR NEIGHBOURS ARE READING MANOR PARK ECLECTIC Diane fashion a schooner from against his will and not par- BOOK CLUB the wreck. When the make- ticularly enjoying himself. shift vessel burns, and they are One receives the impression The Mirror and the Light truly marooned, Aubrey and this is his standard approach to By Hillary Mantel Maturin become embroiled in life! The second theme gives a In the final novel in Mantel’s much more insidious conflicts. background to his life and his Thomas Cromwell trilogy, we Set during the Napoleonic wars wife’s. find Cromwell, in May 1536, and the War of 1812, The Nut- at the moment the French ex- meg of Consolation is the 14th Young Hitler: The Making of ecutioner has struck off Anne historical novel in the Aubrey- the Führer Boleyn’s head with his sword. Maturin series. By Paul Ham Cromwell is much taken with Submitted by Bob Milling this sword: Toledo steel, incised The Evening and the Morning That war ended with Hitler in a with the words of a prayer. Spec- By Ken Follett hospital bed, temporarily blind- ulum justitiae, ora pro nobis. Submitted by Serge April ed by mustard gas. The world Mirror of justice, pray for us. Follett’s deeply researched fic- he opened his eyes to was new tional history of England, be- and it was terrible: Germany READERS OF MANOR ginning in 997, carries the story had been defeated, the Kaiser PARK BOOK CLUB forward to the early 17th centu- had fled, and the army had been ry and the religious conflicts of resolutely humbled. Hitler nev- A Long Petal of the Sea the Elizabethan age. In his lat- er accepted these facts. By Isabel Allende est book, Follett moves back- In the late 1930s, General Fran- ward in time to the Dark Ages. Rage co and his fascists succeed in By Bob Woodward overthrowing the government; A Gentleman in Moscow Submitted by Linda Assad thousands are forced to flee over By Amor Towles Trump’s head pops up when the mountains to the French Submitted by Grashina von he is told in January 2020 that border. Among them is Roser, Finckenstein the pandemic could reach the a pregnant young widow, who Count Alexander Rostov is scale of the 1918 Spanish Flu finds her life intertwined with deemed an unrepentant aristo- that killed 675,000 Americans. that of Victor Dalmau, an army crat by a Bolshevik tribunal in At key decision points, Rage doctor and the brother of her de- 1922. He is sentenced to house shows how Trump’s responses ceased love. In order to survive, arrest in the Metropol, a grand to the crises of 2020 were root- the two must unite in a marriage hotel across the street from the ed in the instincts, habits and neither of them desires. Kremlin. Rostov, an indomi- style he developed during his table man of erudition and wit, first three years as president. DUNBARTON COURT has never worked a day in his life and must now live in an DUNBARTON COURT Nature’s Mutiny: How the attic room, while some of the BOOK CLUB Little Ice Age Transformed most tumultuous decades in the West and Shaped the Russian history are unfolding The Innocents Present outside the hotel’s doors. By Michael Crummey By Philipp Blom A brother and sister are orphaned Submitted by Chris Sivière Bush Runner: The Adventures in an isolated cove on New- Between 1570 to 1710, tem- of Pierre-Esprit Radisson foundland’s northern coastline. peratures in the earth’s Northern By Mark Bourrie Still children with only the bar- Hemisphere plunged by an aver- Submitted by Bob Zettel est notion of the outside world, age of about 2 degrees, shorten- Co-founder of the Hudson’s they have nothing but the fam- ing the growing season by three Bay Company, known to some ily’s boat and the little knowl- weeks. The initial crisis was as the first European to ex- edge passed on haphazardly by food insecurity hitting the coun- plore the upper Mississippi, their mother and father to keep try sides of Europe first. Lack of and widely as the namesake of them. But as seasons pass and food in the cities led to riots. ships and hotel chains, Pierre- they wade deeper into the mys- Esprit Radisson is perhaps best tery of their own natures, even The Nutmeg of Consolation described as “an eager hustler that loyalty will be tested. By Patrick O’Brian with no known scruples.” Submitted by Alexandra Diebel Calling all readers Shipwrecked on a remote island Indians on Vacation We’d love to hear from you in the Dutch East Indies, Cap- By Thomas King about the books you have tain Aubrey, a surgeon and se- Submitted by Adele Dion read. Please submit titles to cret intelligence agent Stephen Blackbird and his wife, Mimi, Denise Rackus at Maturin and the crew of the are on holidays in Prague, he [email protected]

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At the advanced and ex- your dog loved you enough for our safety, a long list of re- pert levels, the requirements are to work with you and to try to strictions, two of my ongoing to perform five tricks in each cat- understand you”. Kyra goes dog-related activities had to egory such as distance work, tap on to say that the title also hon- be put on hold. This included a desk-bell, nose work finding a ours an owner’s commitment dog therapy visits I made with scent that is not food and tidying to their dog, showing that their Harry to the Montfort Hos- up toys. At the champion level, pet was important enough to re- pital’s mental health unit and an additional challenge is for the ceive its owners’ time, energy Rally-Obedience training with dog to demonstrate a chain of and undivided attention. Also, Louis – stories I shared in the two or more behaviours when it honours owners’ commit- May and September 2020 edi- given a single cue. ment to engaging and challeng- tions of the Chronicle. Initially, I started the pro- ing their dogs, to bonding and Now, I am pleased to share gram with Louis, my one-year- helping their pets to achieve with readers, how, as a result old Cavalier King Charles goals – making their dogs the of that disappointing situation, spaniel. It was so much fun that luckiest in the world. I discovered an exciting online I also practiced with Harry, my We are now in the second program called Do More with nine-year-old Cavalier King wave of the pandemic. I’m Your Dog!. This program of- Charles spaniel who had previ- most grateful to have grown fers courses in which dogs can Harry and Louis with their “Do More with Your Dog!” titles. Photo: Alexandra Wood ously taken a couple of trick with both my dogs through this earn ‘titles’ at five levels of in- classes at the Ottawa Canine enriching program. As a result, creasing complexity for demon- mid-March to challenge their Trick titles, recognized by School, our local dog-training Harry has a larger repertoire of strating ‘tricks’, known as cued students to give the program a try, the American and Canadian Ken- facility. He loved learning new tricks that he can perform dur- behaviours in the dog-training raise questions and post videos nel Clubs, include novice, inter- tricks and has thus far reached ing his weekly online visits at world. These are taught using of their dog’s accomplishments mediate, advanced, expert, and the advanced level. Louis has long-term care facilities via positive reinforcement methods, in completing ‘trick titles’. All champion categories. At each achieved the expert level and Ottawa Therapy Dogs’ “Zoom- including treats or toys, without to be reviewed and hopefully ap- level, one gets to choose from a I’m currently waiting for the ie Sessions.” Together with any physical manipulation. proved by Ottawa-based, certi- long list of tricks to earn points. evaluation for his champion- Louis, who gets to participate I found out about this new fied trick instructor Nancy Trus. At the novice level, the dog is ship title (fingers crossed). too, it is incredibly rewarding experience through Best Friends I also joined the Spark Team (a expected to perform 15 ‘tricks’ As explained by Kyra Sun- to know that they are bringing Training school who created a free Facebook group), which is a such as come, down, spin, leave dance, founder of Do More precious moments of joy to so dedicated Facebook Group in great resource. it and focus. At the intermediate with Your Dog!, “A ‘trick-dog’ many residents. Ecology Ottawa’s Bioblitz 2020 winds-up online campaign Ecology Ottawa is winding out Ottawa – helping to fill in Ecology Ottawa reminds Ot- Ecology Ottawa can’t wait thanks everyone for their 2020 down the monitoring work knowledge gaps about biodi- tawa’s nature lovers to keep for the next season to begin and contributions! for its 2020 BioBlitz cam- versity in the area. their eyes open for more ways paign. And what a successful This season’s webinars, to get involved in the coming Need more information? Visit Ecology Ottawa’s webpage at campaign it’s been, with the Trivia Tuesdays, bioblitzes, months – every single day! https://ecologyottawa.ca/biodiversity/ or visit the Canadian participation of and welcome and virtual field trips were Keep uploading your observa- Wildlife Federation for information on iNaturalist.ca at contributions from such an well-received this past season. tions, sign and share the Biodi- http://cwf-fcf.org/en/explore/naturalist amazingly engaged commu- The work is far from over. versity petition. nity of nature lovers who con- nected online from across the region! Together on iNatural- ist, contributors made over 10,000 observations of al- most 2,000 species through- Page 32 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 “We’ll meet again!” Linden House Theatre is taking a year off

By Janet Uren never been so ready to go here Geoff Gruson (Sir Michael at Linden House. In early winter, Thurston in Imaginary Manor Park is a big part of the 2020 we had already chosen a Lines and Mellersh in En- success of Linden House, with play – Outside Mullingar by John chanted April) many of our team – Barbara Patrick Shanley. It’s a delightful Janet Uren (founder of the Merriam, Bob McKeller, Linda love story, full of the wit, the po- company, she crops up in Marchand and Mary Keys – etry and larger than life characters every show, rather like a coming from your neck of the of the Irish countryside. weed). woods. Also, a huge proportion The play will be directed So, look on the bright side. of the audience for our annual by Lindsay Laviolette, who has We are really, really ahead of our- November show comes from acted with the company in En- selves for 2021, with a good play Manor Park. I guess it’s the al- chanted April (Lady Caroline) in hand, a director, actors and a lure of having quality theatre and The Savannah Sipping So- production team that has already almost on your doorstep. ciety (Jinx) and is now ready to sketched out designs for the set In fact, most of our patrons flex her directorial muscles. and costumes. And, we would already have their tickets by We also have a wonderful like you to plan on attending. this time and are gearing up for cast already committed to the The calendars for 2121 will a night out. Not this year, I’m show, bringing back to Linden be on sale in our bookstores in afraid. It will probably come as House… just a few months. Be prepared no real surprise that this year the Venetia Lawless (she was Lot- to buy one and write down in company is in a COVID-related tie in Enchanted April and large letters for the first 2 weeks hiatus. Theatre, music and sports Marlafaye in The Savan- in November – Outside Mullin- are among the hardest-hit sectors nah Sipping Society) gar, Linden House Theatre. We Janet Uren and David Holton performed together in the 2018 production of For during this pandemic. This is just David Holton (Charles Condo- will miss you this fall and look the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again at the Linden House Theatre. Their plans to ap- not a good time to pull people to- mine in Blithe Spirit and the forward to meeting again with pear together again in Outside Mullingar in 2020 have had to be postponed due gether into enclosed spaces. Narrator in For the Plea- even more ‘Theatre for the Joy to COVID-19. Photo: Maria Vartanova The irony is that we have sure of Seeing Her Again) of It’ in autumn 2121. Manor Park’s Listserve: Join in the community conversation A Listserve is a method of common interest. 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Amongst other guidelines send a message to the The email address from which is the following: “To ensure you send your message will be mpcalist enjoys continued suc- listserv manager at added to the list. cess, it is useful from time to [email protected] If after trying it, you wish time to remind members of its to be removed from the list, just non-commercial purpose and, Identify yourself and your connection to Manor Park and ask to join “mpcalist”. The reason you cannot subscribe yourself directly is to help ensure that commercial advertisers or spammers, etc. do not have access to the list. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 33 Holiday togetherness FROM THE DESK OF: courage you to spread some ask yourself, what do we re- good cheer and make a list of ally need? What do they really people that you want to reach need? How can we better con- out to, and then make the time nect? What would be a comfort? to connect with them. I will be Think of those closest to mailing out my holiday cards you and their personal circum- too, but you could just as eas- stances. I know a few single ily send a heartfelt note if you moms, for example, who don’t have cards. These are sim- would appreciate a homemade ple, but meaningful expressions meal just to have a break from of kindness that won’t soon be cooking. If you’re in a position forgotten, especially these days. to give to your community, Whether someone drops off consider your local food bank, CECILIA PITA a card, takes the time to phone shelter, or other cause that Etiquette Matters you, or leaves some cookies on speaks to you. I’ve recently your doorstep, knowing they’re discovered some local honey Ever since I can remember, my thinking of you is heart-warm- that I just can’t get enough of, parents instilled in me the idea ing and feeds the human spirit. so I’ll be buying a couple of that getting together with family Even letting someone know extra jars to help support the and friends for the holidays was you’re going to the store and business, and giving them to more important than gift giving. asking if they need anything is others in the hopes that they’ll Great value was placed on the another easy way to be kind. love it as much as I do. You can company sharing our table, the Or, offering to help with yard always support small business occasion bringing us together, work can be a godsend – the gift in your community by giving the comforting food, and the time of your time is priceless. You them positive reviews as well. spent celebrating. That spirit of might even consider, for ex- My message is simple: togetherness was essential to our ample, buying two puzzles and Kindness in any form connects well-being and relationships, and sending one to an isolated loved us, and we really need that right it still holds true today. one and connecting virtually now, especially if we can’t be Understandably, I’ve been while you complete it together. together. Rest assured that no cautiously optimistic about be- We are all inter-connected and matter how small the gesture, ing able to get together with we all depend on each other, and our thoughtfulness and generos- friends and family for Christmas it’s never been more evident. ity will have a profoundLala's FootFix_Layout impact. 1 2020-11-01 7:15 PM Page 1 this year, so I’ve begun to think This holiday season, many My holiday wish is for you ahead, just in case. For instance, people are feeling overwhelmed to be able to channel the spirit I need to get some take-out con- and stressed because of job and of the season so that we all feel tainers if I’m going to make a food insecurity, financial strain, a little closer and connected; take-out meal. More importantly and fear of getting sick. Our isn’t that the greatest gift of all? though, I’ve been thinking about perspectives and priorities have how to foster that spirit of to- changed and, consequently, Cecilia Pita is a Manor Park getherness that goes hand-in- gift-giving will be different this resident and an experienced hand with the holidays, if this year. Most people understand business and dining etiquette pandemic continues to isolate us. that and will adjust their expec- trainer and coach, who now Technology has made it tations accordingly. For those also resolves conflict as a easy to stay in touch, so I en- planning to buy gifts, please mediator.

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Constable Vianney Calixte, As bikes have become a coordinator of the Vanier Com- more prominent mode of trans- munity Police Centre, says the portation, Ottawa police re- best way to deter burglary is to ported an increase in bike thefts ensure property is secured, with across the city this past summer. everything locked up and also Police offer a number of keep external lights are on all ways to prevent bike theft, in- night. across Ontario, including Ot- cluding buying “quality” locks “The two things that tawa’s. The guide is a checklist and registering your bike with thieves don’t like are light and designed for homeowners to 529 Garage, an app that allows noise,” said Const. Calixte in assess whether their property is cyclists to register their bikes an email. “I can also suggest appealing to burglars. It also in- as part of a network of own- that residents eliminate hiding cludes general information on ers across the city. Once a bike places on their property to dis- door and window security, Op- is stolen or missing, an alert courage thieves.” eration Identification and other is sent out across the network. He recommended con- simple ways to make a home App users are also directed to cerned homeowners consult the less attractive to burglars. the Ottawa Police Service web- Home Security Audit Guide, An online version of the site to report the bike stolen, or prepared by police services guide is available on the web- to reclaim it if it’s recovered. Page 34 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 CANINE CHRONICLES What’s in a walk? FROM THE DESK OF: the outing. Your arm isn’t be- a walk and he has a hard time ing pulled out of its socket, and pretending that it is not the most your dog isn’t getting frustrated exciting thing in the world. This by a tight leash. It’s achievable. is a good time to put the leash And it starts with teaching your down and go enjoy a second dog that staying near you pays cup of coffee. You do not want extremely well. to reward an excited dog by putting the leash on him. Once What about training collars? the leash is on, you may find While a training collar can help, that your dog is energized once it is not the magic bullet. The again. The same principle ap- secret to loose-leash walking plies here: do not open the door is training and patience. Some and start your walk until you CHANTAL MILLS tools can help make the training have a calmer dog. If that means B.Ed., CPDT-KA go faster. Perhaps a martingale doing a few dishes or reading a collar, a gentle leader or a har- few pages of a book, so be it. Dog walking during a pan- ness can help. demic can be a bit tricky. Dogs Reverse training may not get a chance to greet What’s in a leash? Working on loose-leash walk- another dog, or even chance a Retractable leashes may give ing at the beginning of a walk friendly sniff. You may have to you the illusion that your dog is can be an exercise in frustra- refuse a request to pet your dog. not pulling, but it does not teach tion. Try working on the loose- Narrow sidewalks may cause the dog to walk nicely on leash. leash walking exercises near you to have to change direction. A six-foot leash is preferable. the end of your walk. You may Having a dog that walks well How you hold the leash is im- start with the last two minutes on leash can make navigating portant. Wrapping the leash around of your walk and work back- all of this much easier. your arm not only tells the world wards from there. Change di- that you have a dog that pulls. rections, change the pace you Why do dogs pull on the leash? Keep your hands low, never raising walk at, and be someone your The simple answer is because your hand above your bel-ly but- dog wants to walk with. Re- they can. Walking on a loose ton. You are more stable when you ward well and often while the leash is not a natural behaviour keep your arms down. Your body dog is learn-ing. for a canine; it is something they language is also more relaxed. It Ideally, you are also work- must learn to do. They are not try- also keeps the other hand free to ing on loose-leash walking ing to be the “leader of the pack”. deliver the high-value rewards. indoors, helping your dog so- You can rest assured that if you lidify the behaviour without all have a dog that pulls on leash, Time to go for a walk of the distractions in the outside he is not trying to dominate you. The walk starts before you world. Remember that a piece of Your dog has simply learned that leave the house. If you leave equip-ment will not fix a loose- pulling gets him where he wants the house with an excited dog, leash walking problem. Your pa- to go. The more they get to prac- it will be that much harder to tience, high-value rewards, and tice walking with a tight leash, get his attention once you are consistent training can do that. the better they get at it. in a more distracting and ex- Imagine going for a walk citing environment. When you Chantal Mills is owner with your canine companion, grab the leash, chances are your and head trainer of where both of you are enjoying dog knows that he is going for Ottawa Canine School Looking for Lucy: Appeal to her owner This September, a reader submitted a photo and a little bio for their dog Lucy. The Chronicle was able to successfully upload Lucy’s photo. However, due to an unfortunate computer glitch, her bio has gone missing. If you are that reader, kindly email the Chronicle once again to share Lucy’s story. In anticipation of hearing from you, we have reserved a spot for Lucy in the Dogs in the Hood column for the January-February 2021 edition of the Chronicle. You can reach us at [email protected]. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 35

The Chronicle would love to feature your dog in our Dogs in the ’Hood column. Send digital photos (high resolution please) and a brief introduction to [email protected]. INDOGS THE ’HOOD

LUNA SIRIUS Luna Ray is a 4-month-old lab-mix who loathes walking Sirius, a 6-year-old retired sled dog, was adopted by the the “mean” streets of Manor Park. You can find her being Underwood-van Donselaar family on Blasdell Ave. in May. His dragged along Kilbarry Cr. or running with her bestie Romy heterochromia (differently coloured eyes) are just a small part of at the dog park. With her perky ears you may mistake her his husky-mix curbside appeal. He is quiet and calm, loves a long for Dobby the house elf (from the Harry Potter series) or walk or hike, but is also thoroughly enjoying his retirement with long a bat. When not chasing a dog friend, she can be found naps on the couch. chewing happily on a family member.

WILLOW WINNIE A 9-year-old Australian shepherd, Willow is gentle, laid Winnifred (Winnie), a black Labrador retriever, is the back and happiest outdoors. She loves Manor Park – its welcome addition to the Harris-Mains family at 19 Arundel many trails and parks, and great neighbours to greet. She Ave. She joined them at 7 weeks and now, at 4-months has even found a “boyfriend”… hi Sock! Favourite past- old, is enjoying life in the ‘hood. She loves her daily walk times include long walks, chilling at the cottage, swim- to Mile Circle to romp with friends Eva (Kilbarry Cr.), Fred- ming, taking boat rides, chasing deer and squirrels, and die (Dunbarton Ct.), Saxon (Placel Rd.), Lizzie (Camelia trying to outrun dad when he’s on the ATV. Life is grand! Ave.) and anyone who will put up with her! Page 36 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 Supporting our veterans and Conquering Jasper’s their families in our community Four Peaks FROM THE DESK OF: One of the best moments of my life.

By Patrick Dodsworth evaporated in a rush of sero- tonin, dopamine and overall It was 12:30 a.m. and I was satisfaction. I was so giddy I 1,300 metres above Jasper, practically ran back down. Alta. My heart raced as I Pyramid Mountain was descended the mountain in easily the hardest of the four. darkness. I looked down on The trail is 32.8 km, and the the lights that form the dis- climb 2,700 metres. The trail tinctive J-shaped town of began as an easy fire road, Jasper and thought about ev- but when I reached the steep Ottawa Mayor erything that had led me to scramble, I suffered severe this moment. leg cramping every few JIM WATSON I first heard of Jasper’s steps. I kept pushing. After A year ago, City of Ottawa four-peak challenge from a an hour, I reached the top. I Council appointed Deputy local taxi driver. The idea looked out to The Whistlers Mayor Matthew Luloff as Li- was simple – climb the peaks with elation. I knew I would aison for Veteran and Military of the four mountains that finish the challenge that I’d Issues. As a former member Deputy Mayor Matthew Luloff, City Council Liaison for Veteran and Military surround Jasper (Signal, Old believed was impossible. of the Canadian Armed Forces issues with Mayor Jim Watson. Photo: Chris Bricker, City of Ottawa Man, Pyramid and The Whis- The sun was setting as having served in Afghanistan tlers) in less than 24 hours. I climbed The Whistlers. in 2008 with the 2nd Battalion, our community who are ex- in the years ahead to deliver I had climbed each of With 1,300 metres of eleva- Princess Patricia’s Canadian periencing challenges with projects, facilitate access to re- these mountains before but tion over 15.4 km, this was Light Infantry, it was clear that their transition to civilian sources and promote opportuni- climbing them all at once one of the easier to summit. Councillor Luloff would be the life ties for those who have served, seemed beyond my abilities. However, circumstances perfect representative to so- • Advocating for our veter- and continue to serve our great However, the challenge was made it the most psycholog- lidify the city’s important rela- ans and their family, partic- country. I firmly believe that just too enticing to pass up. ically difficult. tionship with the 23,000 active ularly those not supported creating this task force will On August 15 at 4 a.m., I was alone in the pitch service members and more than by entities such as Veterans help foster the inclusive envi- I set off in the dark to the dark with nothing but my 53,000 veterans and their fami- Affairs Canada to receive ronment that active members, base of Signal Mountain. headlamp and Jasper’s stars lies living in Ottawa. complete and appropriate veterans and their families truly Its peak is 14.8 km both above. I imagined rounding Councillor Luloff will co- health care, including case deserve. ways with an elevation gain a bend and facing wolves, chair the newly created Veter- management services and P.S. Every year on Novem- of 1,033 metres. The fire grizzlies, wolverine, coyotes ans Task Force, responsible for working with the province ber 11, Canadians gather around road to the top can also be or cougar. I played my music developing a culture of support- to ensure they have access the National War Memorial in biked. I walked mine with extra loud and yelled every ing our veterans and their fami- to a family doctor on a pri- downtown Ottawa and across me so that I cold save some 10 seconds. After reaching lies in our community. The task ority basis the country to honour the men time by riding downhill. I the top, I was back by 1 a.m. force’s key objectives are the • Making housing more af- and women who have sacrificed reached the summit at 6 a.m. It had been 21 hours since following: fordable and easier to se- so much for the freedom we en- and by 8:30, I was back at my journey began. I had • Helping veterans living in cure for veterans and their joy today – some giving the ul- the parking lot. climbed 6,364 metres (71.9 families making a precari- timate sacrifice. My next stop was the percent the height of Mount ous living (in fact, the city This year, on the 75th anni- 8.4 km trail leading 1,220 Everest) and over 71 km. is partnering with Multi- versary of Armistice Day 1945, metres up Old Man Moun- Atop the Canadian faith Housing to build ap- the Royal Canadian Legion has tain, so named because its Rockies, all problems and proximately 40 affordable planned a more intimate cer- peak looks like an old man anxieties melt away with the housing units for veterans emony due to the COVID-19 gazing to the sky. roaring peak winds. An odd at the former Rockcliffe Air pandemic. The Legion’s Poppy As I ascended, I began to sense of comfort washes Base now called Wateridge Campaign continues to run this doubt myself. My legs were over you. Completing this Village) and year from October 30 to No- already failing me. My stom- challenge was one of the • Enhancing second career vember 11. Visit www.legion. ach felt so empty I might best moments of my life. opportunities for veterans ca/contact-us/find-a-branch to be sick at any point, yet I and their families. find poppies near you. couldn’t eat other than a few Manor Park resident I look forward to working For more information on the chips. After 30 minutes of Patrick Dodsworth (23) is with Councillor Luloff, the task task force and the liaison’s role, steep hiking, I wanted to quit. out west working and force and our strategic partners please visit www.ottawa.ca. However, as soon as I’d enjoying the mountains scrambled the last few steps to following his graduation the summit, all desire to stop from university. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 37 Connecting through art exhibit: “Seasons of the Mind” benefits dementia society

By Sharleen Tattersfield to assist in becoming her care- “I was drawn to the reds and giver.” whites in the painting I selected Art forges connections between “Seasons of the Mind” was and the puzzle of the piece it- people – increasing our sense held on a sweltering hot, sunny self.” of well-being, transforming August 15. Hala used all the Hala reports that “Within perceptions, providing oppor- technology at her disposal to a couple of hours, more than tunities for self-expression and create an invitation video and $2,000 was raised.” Following even revitalizing communities. set up a flow for the exhibit the exhibit, Hala sent updates In mid-August, Manor Park with paintings hung from the to all invitees on her Facebook resident Hala Al-Madi hosted a backyard pergola. She placed page, with an invitation to do- COVID-19-friendly outdoor those honouring her parents in nate or purchase a painting on- art exhibition at her home – the front yard. line. She donated 97 percent of with paintings displayed in She created whimsical all sale proceeds to the Demen- both front and back yards. Her surprises for her guests, while tia Society of Ottawa and Ren- exhibit, entitled “Seasons of making sure her mother was frew County. the Mind” was inspired by na- present in some way (she has In total, with help of dona- ture and Ottawa’s four seasons. now returned to her home in tions from generous friends, Guests, invited through a Face- Jordan). Hala hung each of Hala raised $5,678 for the so- book event page that Hala cre- her mother’s four paintings of ciety. She explains her support ated, were able to stroll leisure- birds in the trees – strategically of the dementia society, com- ly and safely distanced to view perched in different areas of the menting that her family has her works, while strains of Viv- backyard. been touched by different types aldi’s Four Seasons played in That afternoon, some 20 of dementia. She dedicated her the background. guests attended “Seasons of August fundraiser in memory Hala, who has been paint- the Mind,” bidding on works of her aunts Ayla and Maryam; ing since 2013, has always of their choice from a selec- her dad, Mahmoud; and espe- loved art. She paints mainly tion of 50 paintings. One guest, cially her “greatest teacher, her with acrylics, sometimes using Hala’s friend and Manor Park beautiful, vibrant and warm- the medium of poured acryl- Kay Kanbayashi holds her painting chosen at the “Seasons of the Mind” exhibit neighbour Kay Kanbayashi at- hearted mom, Sumayah.’ ics – a process of mixing fluid with Manor Park artist Hala Al-Madi. Photo: Sharleen Tattersfield tended the exhibit commenting Hala says, none of us can acrylic paint with a pouring that having seen the preview survive without the support of medium to create glossy fin- the family home into her own “I was a beneficiary of their on Facebook and then actually a whole village. “The demen- ishes. Her works are mostly ab- studio. services for two years after my attending the exhibit in-person tia society helps us create that stracts – or stylized real objects “I had been planning a mom started showing signs of was such a remarkably differ- village, one building block at a – and occasionally portraits or fall-themed, limited-edition dementia following her arrival ent experience. time and I want that net of sup- more realistic landscapes. She painting exhibit to benefit the here in 2018. I needed a lot of “I love abstract paintings, port to be there for others when has turned a third bedroom in Dementia Society,” says Hala. support to help her and advice the bolder the better,” says Kay. they need it.”

Invitation to View Feature Documentary: Connecting the Dots By David Goldfield this documentary. ranging a community screening The film screens online of your own, please contact me It is a great pleasure to invite on Thursday, November 19 at [email protected]. Chronicle readers to the virtual beginning at 3pm. Please Register and join the con- global launch of a new feature join us for the screening and versation at connectingthedots documentary film which ad- the interactive youth-led film.com dresses the crisis in youth men- discussion which follows. tal health. As the film’s execu- This event is co-sponsored David Goldfield lives with his tive producer, I have worked by Frayme, a youth mental wife Mary Hickman in Manor for the past three years with health service of the Royal Park and is a former president Noemi Weis, celebrated inter- Ottawa Mental Health Centre. of the Manor Park Community national film maker, to produce If you are interested in ar- Association.

Lucille Collard MPP/Députée provinciale [email protected] 613-744-4484 Constituency Office Bureau de circonscription 237 chemin Montreal Road Ottawa (ON) K1L 6C7

Available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by phone or email. Disponible du lundi au vendredi de 9 h 00 à 17 h 00 par téléphone ou par courriel. Page 38 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020

COMMUNITY UPDATE MIDTERM REPORT

COVID-19 RESPONSE • Working collaboratively with Dr. Etches and her team at Ottawa Public Health, local hospitals, and our federal and provincial partners • Working to improve access to COVID-19 testing • Creation of an Economic Partners Task Force to provide the City with “on the ground” feedback from the business community as the pandemic evolves • Implementation of a Property Tax Hardship Deferral Program and creation of a Business Reopening Toolkit • Opening self-isolation centres for our most vulnerable residents

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC SAFETY • Keep life in Ottawa affordable while investing • Progress on construction of Stage 2 LRT • Hiring new paramedics to improve response in essential services with a cap on taxes • Extending no-charge OC Transpo service times in all areas • Continuing to attract major events, sporting for seniors to include Sundays in addition • Hiring additional community-based championships and film productions to Ottawa to Wednesdays police officers • Breaking ground on the new Central Library • $80-million investment to improve the state • Launching the Automated Speed Enforcement • Supporting job-creating projects like the of roads across the city (ASE) pilot project, seeing 8 cameras installed Advanced Building Innovation Centre • Increasing cycling tourism opportunities in Community Safety Zones to encourage safer in rural villages driving behaviours near schools

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND INCLUSIVITY ENVIRONMENT • Partnering with Ottawa Community Housing and the federal government • Investing $3 million per year in energy retrofits to City facilities, with a seven to to build 700 housing units across three sites on Gladstone Avenue ten-year payback through energy savings, for a total investment of $12 million • Partnering with Multifaith Housing to build 40 housing units for veterans this term of Council at the new Wateridge Village • Growing the city’s urban tree canopy through partnership opportunities that • Increasing the amount of City land available for affordable housing along will see an additional 500,000 trees planted over the term, with an initial focus transit corridors on areas impacted by the recent tornadoes • Appointing Liaisons for Veterans’ Affairs, Gender Equity and Anti-Racism • Protecting Ottawa’s water environment for future generations through the Ottawa River Action Plan (ORAP) and the Combined Sewage and Storage • Achieving gender parity on advisory committees Tunnel (CSST), now fully operational

@JIMWATSONOTTAWA JIMWATSONOTTAWA.CA [email protected] November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 39 CHRONICLE ESSAY There’s no place like home and now, the home office

By Douglas Cornish could escape office politics or cooking recipe with a neighbour. take a quick dog walk (but not unnecessary office gossip. This doesn’t imply that just in your pyjamas, if that’s your In the good ‘ol days, in the era For many, the office was (at because you’re home all the new home office uniform!). of BC (Before COVID), the of- the bottom line) a means to an time that you can yak with the Neighbourhoods are not fice was actually at the office. end – a necessary and involun- neighbours all day, but working simply a collection of houses With time, work and home be- tary way of paying the rent and from home can produce flex- or residential buildings but, came more blended, and offices other essential services such as ible hours; you can work at 11 more importantly, a collection sometimes mirrored bedrooms, the light bill. One previously o’clock at night now if you want of people of all different stripes with sports equipment in the unthought aspect to this is that to. Commute time is almost nil and colours. If neighbours get corner, various types of shoes the electric bill (and other bills) now, so there’s added valuable to know each other, that can and clothing, more than the tance. Those who are initially will only increase with people time to take advantage of. only add to the neighbour- necessary pictures and diplo- working from the kitchen or at home 24/7. Experts always stress that hood fabric, the neighbourhood mas, and other paraphernalia. dining room tables might want Work has never been a bad when working you should get brand, the neighbourhood ‘vil- Now the office is in the a re-think, especially in a fam- thing, really. Work brought social up now then and take a stretch lage’ and can only educate, in bedroom, or on a kitchen or ily situation when more than contacts, social therapy (mean- break and walk around be- terms of human relations. dining room table, or in the at- one person is working (or trying ing, people needing people), new fore returning to the computer As they say, there’s really tic, or basement. With the office to) from home. An ‘off limits’ skills acquisition, and something screen. Working at home can no place like home. Now … now at home (depending on space, except for emergencies, is to get out of bed for. Home offic- afford temporary break time there’s no place like the office, your job) change is in the air. critical. If you have the option of es will bring new opportunities. not just to visit the fridge, but because home is (for time be- Home offices are not new. a separate room with a door and One vital ingredient in all of to walk around the block, or ing) the office. In the broader community perhaps even a handy ‘Do Not this is the community aspect, the neighbourhood, there are ac- Disturb’ sign, this would prove neighbourhood factor. People are countants, artists, authors, ideal. Of course, not everyone’s very busy these days and, with health-care professionals, law- situation is the same, and apart- most families having two incomes yers, real-estate and property ment, condo, and home dwellers (meaning both have to work), the development professionals, have different environments and community component often gets technology and graphic spe- separate challenges. lost in the equation. Lest We Forget cialists and others who have With the office/home in the With more people at home worked from home for years. same place, the word ‘sanctu- now it’s the perfect time to get However, for most people, ary’ is a word that should be to know your neighbour and working from home is a new, examined. At one time what even participate in community evolving experience. When is happened at the office stayed events. Join a community as- a home not a home – when it’s at the office. There used to be sociation, volunteer to help de- Governors also an office! Probably the key a nice separation where one liver the Chronicle, volunteer at to working at home is adjust- could go to the office to fence a food bank, or a local business ment, especially for those who off (or positively add to) what (if they’re open). Help an elderly Walk would aren’t used to it. occurred at home, or simply neighbour by running an errand, Predetermined boundaries are to have a necessary change of cutting their lawn, or shovel- like to thank probably of the utmost impor- scene. Home was where one ling their snow. Visit, or share a you for your service by offering a 10% discount to our Veterans. NOW OPEN Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sat: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

www.mettalifestyles.com 150 Stanley Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1M2J7 613-564-9255 Page 40 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 FROM THE DESK OF: small businesses and their em- the COVID Alert app, available La pandémie de COVID-19 santé communautaire local. ployees across the country. It is in the App Store or Google Play a provoqué beaucoup d’anxiété Je vous rappelle aussi que more important than ever that store, which is free and guaran- dans les petites entreprises de nous devons tous prendre des we highlight the businesses serv- teed to protect your entire data. tout le pays et chez leurs em- mesures appropriées en limitant ing our communities and help ployés, il est plus important que les contacts physiques, tout en promote the recently announced Interprovincial transportation jamais que nous mettions en val- réduisant le risque d’exposition supports that will assist them dur- Find my special report (Sep- eur les entreprises qui desservent en portant un masque et en se ing the second wave of the virus. tember 28, 2020) on the In- nos communautés et que nous lavant les mains mais aussi Today I encourage you to terprovincial Transportation contribuions à promouvoir les en téléchargeant l’application support our local businesses by and Transit update at http:// soutiens récemment annoncés Alerte Covid, disponible dans buying local, and ordering take- monafortier.libparl.ca/. qui aideront ces entreprises pen- la boutique d’App store ou out at neighbourhood stores. Rest assured that my con- dant la deuxième vague du virus. Google play, qui est gratu- Member of Parliament Here in Ottawa-Vanier and stituency office is always there Aujourd’hui, je vous en- ite et garantie la protection de Ottawa-Vanier throughout the city, COVID-19 to support you with all aspects courage à soutenir nos entre- l’intégralité de vos données. levels are increasing, and some of federal services. Give us a prises locales en faisant vos MONA FORTIER neighbourhoods have higher call at 613-998-1860 or email achats près de chez vous et en Le transport interprovincial rates and lower levels of test- us at [email protected]. commandant du prêt à emporter Vous trouverez le rap- Dear residents, ing. Ottawa Public Health ••• dans des commerces de quartier. port spécial du ministre (28 I want to start by say- is working with community Chères résidentes et Ici à Ottawa- Vanier ainsi que septembre) sur le transport in- ing that I hope you and your health centres to increase ac- chers résidents, partout dans la ville, le niveau du terprovincial et en commun loved ones are all healthy and cess to testing. If you are hav- Je veux commencer par souhaiter virus de la COVID-19 augmente, à l’adresse suivante: http:// safe knowing the second wave ing difficulty accessing CO- que vous et vos proches êtes tous et certains quartiers affichent des monafortier.libparl.ca/. of the pandemic is now in our VID-19 assessment services, en santé et en sécurité, sachant taux plus élevés et des taux de Soyez assurés que mon communities. I want to thank please contact your local com- que la deuxième vague de la pan- dépistage plus faibles. Santé pub- bureau de circonscription est you for taking the necessary munity health centre. démie est maintenant dans nos lique Ottawa collabore avec les toujours là pour vous appuyer measures and for following the I also remind you that we all collectivités. Je veux vous remer- centres de santé communautaire avec tous les aspects des ser- Ottawa Public Health’s recom- need to take appropriate action by cier de prendre les mesures néces- pour accroître l’accès aux tests. vices fédéraux. Si vous devez mendations of physical distanc- limiting physical contact. While saires et de suivre les recomman- Si vous avez de la difficulté à ac- nous joindre, communiquez ing and wearing your mask. reducing the risk of exposure dations de Santé publique Ottawa céder aux services d’évaluation avec nous au 613-998-1860 ou The COVID-19 pandemic by wearing a mask and washing concernant la distanciation socia- de la COVID-19, veuillez com- envoyez un courriel à mona. has resulted in much anxiety for hands, you can also download le et le port d’un masque. muniquer avec votre centre de [email protected].

FROM THE DESK OF: follow the guidelines that keep many questions and concerns. take home. As we may have to économie locale. Nos petites us safe. Part of the challenge is Our restaurants and health- adapt our traditions to get into et moyennes entreprises ras- to maintain our local economy. and-fitness centres not only the holiday spirit, let’s continue semblent nos communautés Our small- and medium-sized contribute to keeping us sane, to be supportive of one another. et jouent un rôle fondamental businesses bring our communi- but they also contribute to the As always, thank you for dans nos vies. Ils ont travaillé ties together and play a funda- health of our economy. I will doing your part in fighting fort pour s'adapter aux direc- mental role in our lives. They continue to pressure the gov- COVID-19. My team remains tives de santé publique en con- have worked hard to adapt to ernment to provide concrete available to help. Please feel stante évolution, mais ils ont the ever-changing public health support to affected businesses. free to call us at 613-744-4484 fait face à des obstacles tout au guidelines, but they have faced In the meantime I encour- or send us an email at lcollard. long des changements. obstacles every step of the way. age everyone to support and [email protected]. Dans l'ensemble, les entre- Overall, Ottawa businesses shop local as so many have ••• prises d'Ottawa fonctionnent en Beechwood Market_V.1_COLOUR_N 20_Layout 1 2020-10-27have 12:14 been PM operating Page 1 M &safely B A Fine and Butchery_N done already.20_Layout As1 2020-10-27 we approach 12:25 AMBien Page que 1 la pandémie impose toute sécurité et respectent toutes MPP, Ottawa-Vanier following all public require- the holiday season, it is unclear toujours des restrictions à nos les directives de santé publique. LUCILLE COLLARD ments. The October decision how we will be able to cele- vies, nous devons rester posi- La décision d’octobre du gouver- by the government to close brate. One thing that is certain tifs et suivre activement les nement de fermer de nombreuses With the pandemic still imposing many businesses in Ottawa is that Ottawa-Vanier has many directives qui assurent notre entreprises à Ottawa sans trans- restrictions on our lives, we need without transparency around local businesses offering unique sécurité. Une partie du défi parence sur les preuves à l'appui to remain positive and actively supporting evidence raised gift ideas and delicious meals to consiste à maintenir notre a soulevé de nombreuses ques- tions et préoccupations. Nos restaurants et centres de santé et de conditionnement physique contribuent non seulement à préserver notre santé physique et mentale, mais ils contribuent également Farm Fresh L o cal Me at à la santé de notre économie. 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S H O P A T N'hésitez pas à nous appel- mucklestonandbrockwell.com er au 613-744-4484 ou à nous B E E C H W O O D M A R K E T . C A envoyer un courriel à lcollard. Family Owned & Operated [email protected]. November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 41 Navigating the Guyana rainforest By John W. Graham the roots reach only sand. How time we reached Kangaruma, does it sustain so many magnif- a village on the Potaro River Shortly after 5 a.m. we set off icent trees? Nature’s answer is a where we expected to rent two from Georgetown, the capital self-recycling system – the nu- small boats with outboard mo- of Guyana, in two Land Rovers trients are the trees’ own leaves, tors. Messages had been sent to on an expedition into the South branches and bark which fall Captain Blaize, the Kangaruma American’s rainforest. Includ- and are composted by torren- boat man, but Blaize was not ed in our group of five was tial rain. The term ‘rainforest’ there nor any indication that a Paul Oster whose project was was not chosen lightly. High message had arrived. The vil- the reason for our safari. Paul humidity is maintained by the lagers were vague, but not un- was a freelance filmmaker who thick canopy overhead. Within helpful. had come to Guyana to make a short time, we were sweating Gabriel, who we met in the a film about “pork-knockers” profusely. village rum shop, took us to – freelance prospectors who Sparsely inhabited by Am- an aging pork-knocker named pan for gold and live rough on erindians, illegal gold miners Austin who lived in a shack on the banks of the rainforest riv- and timber thieves, the forest stilts alone with his dogs. He ers. The curious name refers to occupies almost two-thirds of was known for his talent with pork-knockers’ menu of pick- the land area – part of which is a ‘bush guitar’. It turned out to led pork, which can survive for Iwokrama, one of only four en- be a ‘bush banjo’, which after long periods in the tropics with- dangered and relatively pristine prolonged tuning, he played out refrigeration. rainforests remaining on the But with the sun directly over- ing was damaged. for us. A delightful man with The vehicles were loaded planet. It sustains more than a head, dappled light filters The road worsened as we a white goatee, he was slightly with ice chests of perishables, thousand species of birds, rep- through the canopy. By mid- climbed into the hills along a drunk, which affected both his boxes of non-perishables, a tiles and mammals, including afternoon it strikes the forest sand ridge. At times the ridge tuning and his singing. We left large pot with stew made from jaguars, 420 species of fish, 90 roof at an angle, painting the was no wider than the timber him with cigarettes and prob- an Amerindian cassareep recipe of bats and the giant anteater. trail in gilded stripes. trail we were driving on, with ably too much rum. (that for a few weeks with- This was my second jour- Driving in the rainforest is the forest falling away steeply stands bacteria), machetes, ney deep into the heart of Guy- hazardous. The trucks slew in on either side. In my diary I We have not yet reached our hammocks, jerrycans of fuel ana and the rainforest had lost the ruts and soft sand, and bad wrote “It was like driving over destination. Depending on and several cases of Guyana none of its fascination. I tried light doesn’t help. I had been a miniature glacial moraine – reader tolerance, this tale may rum – some for gifts and most to recall the sensations from 40 driving sedately, but lost sight sharp jutting rocks and loose continue into the next issue for personal comfort. years ago. The first is an eerie of the other machine. Rashly I boulders.” where we would meet Alcide, Much later we boarded a silence, broken at times by the accelerated, reaching perhaps We stopped at an Amer- an unusually benign and gifted pontoon ferry to cross the Esse- strange, high, booming call of 45 km/h when we shot over the indian village to re-stow our pork-knocker. quibo, one of South America’s the trumpeter bird, a turkey- lip of an invisible bump. Land- gear and stretch our legs. One largest and most beautiful riv- like creature that runs more ing with a crash, the engine passenger struck up an affec- John Graham is Chronicle ers. In half an hour, with the easily than it flies. stalled. Looking behind at the tionate relationship with a wild cartoonist, the author of road steadily deteriorating, we This part of the forest has tire tracks, we could see that pig (peccary), which the Amer- Whose Man in Havana – entered the rainforest. its own scent – reminiscent the Land Rover had flown 8 indians had tamed. It was dis- Adventures from the Far Side First exposure to the Guy- of the musky perfume of wet feet. We were fortunate to have traught when prevented from of Diplomacy and Potholes and ana rainforest is bewildering. climbing rose. And, of course, had a soft landing. Apart from joining us. Politics – a Cartoon Portrait of The forest floor is sand – and the light is reduced to gloom. confidence in my driving, noth- It had been14 hours by the Ottawa. Page 42 • Manor Park Chronicle November-December 2020 Busy ‘beavers’ make for light work: Volunteers answer call at the Caldwell-Carver Conservation Area

By Iola Price belonged. With so many enthu- Chair, Environment siasts, the group was able to Committee complete the work in less than Rockcliffe Park Residents an hour and avoid the rain. The Association husky log carriers ranged in age from 11 to a few in their 70s. It was a busy summer in the The dreadful heat, shut- Caldwell-Carver Conservation tered recreation facilities and Area (C-CCA) – on the trails, the general lockdown enor- in the woodlot and at The Pond. mously increased the pres- As those on the Manor sure on The Pond this summer Park list serve will recall, and late-night parties were there was an attempt this sum- a problem. (See the Manor mer to construct a dock for Park Chronicle’s September- The job is done with help from a hardworking crew, including (L-R): Chantal Gobeil, Lorraine Groulx, Joseline Beaulieu, access to McKay Lake in the October 2020 issue: https:// Doug Boeckh, unidentified volunteer, Jim Aldridge, Ethan Aldridge, Jane Newcombe, John Edmond, Russ Gibson and conservation area. Logs that manorparkcommunity.ca/ Martha Edmond. Photo: Iola Price acted as trail-edge markers home/the-chronicle/) were used to form a structure The invasive plant re- running from the shoreline, moval crew worked to pull out through the cattail marsh to garlic mustard, dog-strangling open water. Thanks to a hard- vine, Norway maples and, working crew from the Vanier most of all, buckthorn in the city works yard (Parks and C-CCA. We appreciate the Recreation staff), the logs friendly conversations we had were removed from the water with walkers and the oppor- and marsh edge and stacked tunities to explain why buck- behind one of the memorial thorn is a problem and how we benches. remove it. Answering the call for help, We may put out a list serve on August 18, 18 people from call for volunteers later this fall Manor Park, Rockcliffe Park, to help us bundle and carry the Lindenlea, New Edinburgh buckthorn to the road edge for and the Market area came out removal by the city waste man- to put the logs back where they agement crews.

‘The dock’ into the marsh prior to removal by the city works crew. Photo: Iola Price November-December 2020 Manor Park Chronicle • Page 43 Happy 60th birthday, St. Columba Church

By Diana Poitras troduce many Manor Park resi- ordinators and volunteers use dents (adults and children) to the John Stewart Hall for the Although the Parish of St. Co- the church and buildings. Just bundling activities that take lumba is celebrating its 60th recently, a prospective renter of place for each edition. The anniversary this year, you will the John Stewart Hall marveled church has been the location see from the excerpt below, at the amazing space available for numerous children’s birth- that this worshipping commu- for use right here in Manor day parties, anniversary parties nity was active for many years Park. We have been delighted and workshops. On Sundays, prior to the consecration of the to work with the Manor Park the Parish of St. Nicholas Ro- church building in 1960. The Community Council (MPCC) manian Orthodox Church uses following is taken from the St. to explore use of the space for the sanctuary for worship – fol- Columba website (stcolum- fitness classes and look forward lowing the St. Columba 9:30 baottawa.ca). to welcoming back – when it a.m. worship service. The community of Man- is safe to do so – the Andrew St. Columba Parish has or Park began as a suburb of Fleck Children’s Services; the been a mainstay in the Manor Ottawa in the late 1940s. On 99th Guides, Brownies and Park Community for more than the present site of the church, Sparks; The Stairwell Carol- 60 years. We hope you will join General Churchill Mann June 21, 1959: Using spoons, children help at the ground- lers, and the Manor Park Paint- us one Sunday to meet some owned a stable, which he sold breaking ceremony for St. Columba Church. Photo: Chronicle Archives ing Group. of the present-day congrega- to the City of Ottawa in the More recently, we have tion and help us continue our late 1940s to become Manor completed in 1960. The church, Stewart Hall. been pleased to have the Manor presence here in the “Park” for Park School. The Rev. John designed by ex-Air Force offi- It has been a pleasure to in- Park Chronicle distribution co- many years to come. Stewart, who had been looking cer John Devries, was built un- for a building in Manor Park to der the direction of Art Smith, hold regular Anglican servic- chief engineer for Canada es, asked the city if he could Mortgage and Housing Corpo- rent the school. Worship be- ration and a St. Columba pa- gan in the converted stable in rishioner. The pews and chan- 1949 with a congregation that cel woodwork were purchased had been organizing services from the famous organ makers and Sunday school in homes in Casavant Frères. Beneath the the Manor Park community for east window, is a small granite several years. stone from the Island of Iona Manor Park School moved where our patron saint, St. Co- to its present location on Brae- lumba, established a Christian mar St., and the old school on mission in AD 563. Sandridge Rd. was purchased The church was built with to become a church in 1951. an upper hall to the back and a The Church of St. Columba lower hall below the sanctuary. grew and became a separate The halls were in constant use parish within the Ottawa Angli- for a variety of church func- can Diocese in 1957. That same tions such as Sunday school, year, the construction of the bake sales, bazaars, parties, rectory (house) was completed dinners, and the Altar Guild’s to serve as a residence for the annual holly sale. In 1998, the rector and his family. upper hall was dedicated to The construction of the St. Columba’s first rector and church was started in 1959 and has since been known as John

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BEECHWOOD MARKET STAY CURRENT ON woods. People, organizations tending the ceremony or visiting CONNECTING THE DOTS Breaking news! Our local COVID-19 and local businesses have ral- the National Military Cemetery Online Screening farmers’ market has set up a The COVID-19 situation con- lied behind the cause to raise between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 November 19, 3 p.m. storefront location for pick- tinues to evolve very quickly. $25,000 in donations. Mayor a.m. on November 11th in ac- Take part in the virtual launch up of pre-ordered online pur- Stay current COVID-19 at Ot- Jim Watson has pledged the cordance with COVID-19 re- of this documentary film which chases. Conveniently located tawa Public Health. City of Ottawa would offer strictions imposed by regional addresses the crisis in youth beside Bridgehead (in the now- Visit: assistance for repair and re- and provincial health officials. mental health. An interactive, closed Sundae School site) at www.ottawapublichealth.ca building efforts. Upcoming Instead, Beechwood will be youth-led roundtable discus- 131-B Beechwood Ave., cor- events are being planned for broadcasting the ceremony live sion follows the screening. ner of Putman Ave., the store- SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES additional fundraising. The on facebook.com/NMCBeech- Register and join the front will be open once a week Shop local. Eat local. Spend lo- sugar shack hopes to open in wood beginning at 10:45 a.m. conversation at on Saturdays. Customers must cal. Enjoy Local. the spring of 2022. For more information please connectingthedotsfilm.com order ahead and online; they Visit ottawa.ca/bylocal for contact Beechwood Cemetery will be assigned a window of more on how to #BuyLocal. at 613-741-9530 or by email at time to arrive for pick up of MARK YOUR [email protected] their orders. SUPPORT THE CALENDARS For more information or to UNITED WAY VIRTUAL BAZAAR shop, visit: Ottawa Public Health has asked St. Bartholomew’s Church, beechwoodmarket.ca the United Way to help support COMMEMORATION OF WWI November 12, 13 & 14 In this period of social the social needs of Ottawa resi- National Arts Centre For the best part of 153 years, KIDS’ HELP PHONE dents during COVID-19. The broadcast, November 10 St. Bartholomew’s Church Ba- distancing, Ottawa Public Looking for ways to volunteer following needs have been iden- Watch the National Arts Cen- zaar has been an almost annual Library offers you content while staying at home dur- tified, while anticipating these tre’s broadcast “Letters from occasion. This fall, the church ing the pandemic? Kids’ Help will continue to grow, including the Great War” - a commemo- (125 MacKay St.) will host its for leisure and learning... Phone is in need of volunteers help for seniors, basic needs; ca- ration of the First World War in first-ever Virtual Bazaar to con- at the tip of your fingertips. for its texting service. A vital pacity; for community services music and readings of wartime tinue its support for its Refu- resource for youth at anytime, and mental health support. letters. gee Programme, Cornerstone Isolation does not equal now vulnerable youth are at If you wish to volunteer, Tune in for the 7p.m. broad- Women’s Shelter, the Mission boredom – and we can help heightened risk for seriously donate to support this work, cast at facebook.con/ to the Gary J. Armstrong Cen- worsening mental health issues. or if you require assistance CanadasNAC.CNAduCanada tre and St. Luke’s Table (week- you answer the question: Kids’ Help Phone has extended from the United Way, please ly lunches). For your viewing, What can I do today? Visit services to youth over 25 who visit their website: REMEMBRANCE DAY, in advance of the 3-day ‘first- are former youth-in-care and unitedwayeocovid19.ca. BEECHWOOD CEMETERY come, first-served’ sale, bazaar our Isolation Recreation page who are particularly vulnerable November 11, 2020 items have been posted online to social isolation. No experi- VANIER SUGAR SHACK Live Broadcast, 10:45 a.m. at www.stbartsottawa.ca. at biblioottawalibrary.ca ence is required however, vol- UPDATE The 2020 Remembrance Day For more information contact unteers are asked to commit to Fundraising has been ongoing ceremony at Beechwood Ceme- Liz Heatherington at 613-745- four hours per week. since a devasting fire on Au- tery will be conducted live at the 4677 or by email at Go to kidshelpphone.ca and gust 27th destroyed the Vanier National Military Cemetery of [email protected]. or click on “Get Involved.” Museopark’s Sugar Shack in Canada. This year, Beechwood Linda Assad Butcher at the nearby Richelieu-Vanier is discouraging people from at- [email protected].

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