February 15, 2010BY COUNCILLOR DOUG THOMPSON
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| Thursday, February 25 | 7:00 p.m. | Osgoode Community Centre |
| Thursday, March 4 | 7:00 p.m. | Greely Community Centre |
The purpose of these meetings is to gather input from residents with regard to the recreational pathway stretching from Osgoode Village to the Ottawa Airport.
NEW FARM VALUE WORKSHOPS
Are you looking for or do you have a business idea for your farm? Not sure how to make your idea a reality? The City of Ottawa’s Rural Affairs Office, along with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) are offering a workshop to assist.
Over two days, the participants will identify their specific value-added ideas, put their ideas into action, evaluate market channels, the importance and components of a business plan, explore how to finance the stages of the business and manage risk.
Dates: Tuesday, February 23 and Tuesday, March 2
Times: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day
Location: West Carleton Community Complex - Council Chambers, 5670 Carp Road, Kinburn
Register by February 16 at www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/busdev/conference/quest/ottawa.htm or contact ruralaffairs@ottawa.ca or call (613) 580-2424 ext. 28352.
2010 CITY OF OTTAWA SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Students interested in summer employment with the City of Ottawa can apply online at www.ottawa.ca/careers. The Summer Student Employment Program is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience and insight into today's workforce, discover a career path, showcase skills and enhance academic goals.
For more information including eligibility criteria and other requirements, visit www.ottawa.ca/careers. Applications will be accepted until Monday, February 22, 2010.
COMMUNITY EVENTS IN RURAL OTTAWA
It is winter carnival season in rural Ottawa. Check out all the carnival activities and many other events on the Rural Connections Rural Events and Attractions page at ottawa.ca/rural. You can also submit your group's not-for-profit event online or by sending an email with all the details to ruralevent@ottawa.ca.
NEPEAN RIDEAU OSGOODE COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE
NROCRC is pleased to begin registration for our 2010 Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinics to the Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode area. We will have 33 tax clinics available across 6 different locations in our catchment area. We are currently only registering residents who live in the Nepean , Rideau & Osgoode area. Please call (613) 596-5626 for information.
For other residents, please call 2-1-1 for information.
UPDATE ON THE COYOTE PROBLEM
The coyote problem that has plagued our community for nearly three years is now receiving much needed political action. Our MPP Lisa MacLeod has convinced the Minister of Natural Resources, Linda Jeffrey, to allow the City to trap coyotes where needed in Osgoode Ward and in other areas of the City. As well, the City Community and Protective Services Committee has passed a number of motions regarding coyotes:
- Public Education on coyotes
- Development of a strategy with the Ministry of Natural Resources
- Use of trappers where needed.
The Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee will also be reviewing these motions before it all goes to Council.
My work on the Provincial Task Force dealing with Human-Wildlife Conflicts will continue over the next two months.
Community Meeting
Please join MPP Lisa MacLeod and myself for an informative town hall meeting on the coyote issues in Nepean-Carleton. Staff from the Ministry of Natural Resources and the City of Ottawa will be present. Residents are encouraged to attend, provide input and ask questions.
Event Information:
When: Thursday, February 18, 2010
Where: Osgoode Community Centre (5560 Osgoode Main Street, Osgoode)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
For more information, please contact Alicia Noonan, Office of MPP Lisa MacLeod at (613) 823-2116 or contact our Office at (613) 580-2490.
Please continue to send any information with regard to coyote sightings to the following and then call 3-1-1 with this information.
| Linda Jeffrey, Minister of Natural Resources | (linda.jeffrey@ontario.ca) |
| Scott Smithers, Ministry of Natural Resources, Kemptville | (scott.smithers@ontario.ca) |
| Lisa MacLeod, MPP | (lisa.macleod@pc.ola.org) |
| Mayor Larry O’Brien | (larry.obrien@ottawa.ca) |
| Derrick Moodie, Rural Affairs Office, City of Ottawa | (derrick.moodie@ottawa.ca) |
| Councillor Doug Thompson, Ward 20 - Osgoode | (doug.thompson@ottawa.ca) |
REGISTRATION FOR CITY'S MARCH BREAK PROGRAMS
The City of Ottawa is inviting residents to register now for March Break programs. Plenty of programming is available during the week of March 15 – 19, when most school-aged children are away from school. You can register your kids for programs like swimming, dance, arts and all sorts of other activities and interests for children of all ages.
You can register at ottawa.ca, by phone at (613) 580-2588, or in person at any Client Service Centre or recreation facility.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Income Tax Assistance
Income Tax Assistance is available for seniors and adults with special needs. Please call the Home Support Program to arrange this free service – (613) 821-1101. A $ 5.00 mileage fee may apply.
Euchre Tournament for Girl Guides International Travel
On Sunday, February 28 at 1:00 p.m., a Euchre Tournament for Girl Guides International Travel will be held at the Metcalfe Lions Den, 2803 Eighth Line Road. The cost is $10 per person. Light refreshments will be served and the winners take home great prizes.
For more information, please call Martha at (613) 821-4288.
Rural Women's Business Network
| Date: | Tuesday, March 30 |
| Time: | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. |
| Location: | Red Dot Cafe, Osgoode |
| Cost: | $25 |
There will be a guest speaker at the Rural Women's Business Network's (RWBN) quarterly meeting on Tuesday, March 30. Door prizes are a very positive element of the business dinners. The business person who donates a door prize for the evening must tell the group about their business (a one minute infomercial). Everyone is welcome! See website for full details www.rwbn.ca. Lots of networking and a wonderful meal!
For more information or to get on the list for attendance, contact Lynn Mann at (613) 258-3112, Cindy Jackson at (613) 445-5439 or Marg Newsome at (613) 394-1745. Advance payment is necessary and cancellation must be done 24 hours before the dinner date.
An Incredible Fundraiser
Cheryl Deavy, a resident of Greely and a student in the Events Management Course at Algonquin College, is hosting an event with other members of her class and in partnership with the Children’s Wish Foundation (National Capital Region Chapter).
The event is called the “Ultimate Ladies Retreat” and will be held at Issac’s Steakhouse and Grill in Stittsville on March 4, 2010 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. It will be an evening where participants will be engaged and entertained throughout the night. The event programming includes Belly Dancing, Manicures, Reflexology, Hair and Make-Up, Martini 101 and The Art of Living and Fortune Telling.
All proceeds from the event will be going to the Children’s Wish Foundation. For more information, please contact Cheryl Deavy at ultimateladiesretreat@live.ca.
Just Kiddin’ Theatre Presents “James Blond Gets Smart”
March 5 – 7, 2010
Join our company of young performers as we pay homage to our favorite spies of the 60’s in this globe-trotting es-spy-cade that is sure to entertain the whole family. Meet Maxine Smart, daughter of the legendary Maxwell Smart, trying to carry on the family name. “Try” is the operative word as she and British Intelligence agent James Blond are determined to prove who is the better spy while saving the world from imminent disaster.
Tickets are $6. Visit www.justkiddintheatre.com to purchase online or order tickets through members of the cast and crew.
Nursery School Spaces Still Available
It’s not too late to register. The Osgoode Cooperative Nursery School is still accepting registrations for the 2 and 3 ½ day programs. It is a great way for your child to meet new friends, develop social skills and prepare for kindergarten.
For more information please call us at (613) 826-2528, e-mail us at ocns@live.ca or visit us at www.osgoodevillage.com/ocns.
Our Lady of Visitation (OLV): 2010 Car Raffle
OLV's Fundraising Committee is holding its first ever car raffle with a 2010 Ford Focus valued at $21,500 as the first prize, along with a $200 and a $100 Gas Card prize PLUS a $50 cash prize. The draw will take place on Mother's Day 2010.
Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50 (only 3000 printed) and can be purchased by cash, cheque, MasterCard or VISA. Ticket information is available at www.olvis.ca or call Peter at (613) 821-1232 or Marie at (613) 526-2366.
OSGOODE WARD WINTER CARNIVALS
We are so fortunate to have well organized Winter Carnivals to help us enjoy our winter season.
Our Column will keep you updated as to the dates and events of the Village Carnivals as we receive the information.
Kenmore Winter Carnival
The Kenmore Winter Carnival runs Saturday and Sunday, February 20 and 21.
Osgoode Winter Carnival
The Osgoode Winter Carnival runs from Thursday, February 4 to Sunday, February 21.
2010 Osgoode Winter Carnival Highlights
Saturday, February 20
9:00 a.m. “Snowball” (Softball) Tournament - Osgoode Community Centre
5:00 p.m. UCW Carnival Dinner & Silent Auction - Osgoode Community Centre
Sunday, February 21
1:00 p.m. Foodland Free Family Skate - Stuart Holmes Arena
Vernon Winter Carnival
The Vernon Winter Carnival runs Saturday and Sunday, February 20 and 21.
Vernon Winter Carnival at Vernon Recreation Centre
Saturday, February 20
(Time to be announced)
Croquinole tournament hosted by and held at Osgoode Township Historical Society and Museum
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Community Pot Luck Dinner - Bring your favourite dish to share
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Family Evening - movies, adult ‘for fun’ poker, air hockey, table shuffleboard, social time and more
$2 per person
Sunday, February 21
8:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Pancake Breakfast $6 adults, $3 children
hosted by the Metcalfe & District Lions Club
11:00 a.m.
Ecumenical Church Service
hosted by St George’s Anglican, Osgoode Presbyterian,
Osgoode Baptist/Vernon United Churches
noon – 1:30 p.m.
Movie "Ice Age 3 Dawn of the Dinosaurs"
hosted by Osgoode Township Historical Society & Museum
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Euchre Tournament $4 per player
hosted by Vernon Friendship Club
Throughout the afternoon
Outdoor kids activities, bonfire, hot chocolate and hot dogs
hosted by 1st Osgoode Venturers
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Spaghetti Dinner $10 adults, $5 children
hosted by Vernon Women's Institute
Bring your skates - the rink is open! (weather permitting)
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Osgoode Youth Association: Chili Contest – Huge Success
(O-YA)
O-YA's 1st Annual TEAMCOOK Chili Cook Off had 15 contestants, 130 guest tasters and raised $575 for the O-YA Centre.
Winners of the Village Vote:
| 1st Place | Lisa McDowell Racine | “Smokin' Hot Yummy Mommies Chili” |
| 2nd Place | Dianne Cardin | “Canuck Chili” |
| 3rd Place | Matt Nesrallah | “High Voltage Chili” |
Matt Nesrallah's overall presentation was the hit of the whole contest.
Live & Learn Resource Centre
Our website is www.ruralfamilyconnections.ca.
Upcoming Events/Workshops:
| March 15 & 16 | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Tax Clinics at Live & Learn Resource Centre.-Please call Meaghann Darroch at (613) 596-5626 or mdarroch@nrocrc.org |
| Tuesday, March 23 | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. | Workshop for Home Care Providers & ECE's - Early Identification & Intervention of Speech and Language Delays |
| Friday, April 16 | 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. | Baby Talk: a workshop for parents of young babies, birth to 12 months. This workshop will help you recognize that babies communicate in many ways. |
| Saturday, April 24 | 9:00 - 12:00 noon | First Words Screening Clinic. |
Metcalfe Co-operative Nursery School
Nursery School still accepting registrations in the preschool program. Check the website at www.mcns.kids.org.
Metcalfe Home Daycare Agency
Childcare subsidies are available - please connect with our main office at (613) 821-2899.
The Parents as Teachers program is still accepting families into the program. Please visit our website for further information or call us at (613) 821-2899.
Local Events
The Metcalfe Community Knit Together (Ktog) takes place the second Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Live & Learn Resource Centre. All fibre artists are welcome.
For more information, call Christine at (613) 821-0231.
February 9, March 9 and April 13 are the dates set aside for Caregiver Connection: Meetings for Private Home Child Care Providers and Families looking for child care options. (7:00 – 8:00 p.m.)
SPORTS REPORTS
The “Sports Reports” should highlight special achievements of minor sports teams from our Ward. Send us your story in 200 words or less.
Metcalfe Hornets Ringette Junior B2 Team: Won Gold!
The Metcalfe Hornets Ringette Junior B2 team won Gold at the Gloucester Ringette Tournament held February 4 to 7. The team was headed by coach Mike Donoghue. Team members are: Jessica Beatty, Shauna Donoghue, Emma Gillmore, Chloe Janicki, Sarah Kuran, Winnie Mortley, Sara Myers, Rachel Petrie, Taylor Quinn, Janice Ripley, Kelsey Ryan.
Great job girls!
OSGOODE / RIDEAU RECREATION INFORMATION
Area Program information now available at URL link: www.manotick.net/cityrecreation. For more information on area programs and services, please contact (613) 580-2424 ext. 30235.
Citywide Recreation Guides are available at the Client Services Centre or online at www.ottawa.ca.
COMMUNITY HEALTH NEWS
For more information or to register for programs, call Barbara O’Brien-Litten, Public Health Nurse, (613) 580-6744 ext. 26173 or email Barbara.obrien-litten@ottawa.ca.
Community Office: Lower Level of Metcalfe Client Service Centre
CPR/AED Course in Greely
Date: Saturday, March 6, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely
This free course is offered by Ottawa Paramedic Services together with Ottawa Public Health and Ottawa Fire Services. Even if you have taken a CPR/AED course in the past, it is recommended to re-certify each year to ensure you feel comfortable using your CPR/AED skills and knowledge in an emergency situation.
Participants will learn how to: perform CPR on an adult, child and infant; use the automated external defibrillator; help someone who is choking; recognize if someone is having a heart attack; and prevent heart disease.
You must pre-register for this course. To register for the CPR/AED course, call (613) 580-2424 ext. 32434 or email cpr@ottawa.ca.
For more information, you can contact:
Barbara O'Brien-Litten
Public Health Nurse
Rural Health Program
Ottawa Public Health
(613) 580-6744 ext. 26173
If you are unable to attend this course, there are other CPR/AED courses offered throughout the city. Visit ottawa.ca/cpr to obtain the complete listing of courses.
WinterWalk 2009 / 2010 – Olympic Spirit
Join us as we virtually travel the route of the 2010 Olympic Torch Run. Keep track of your total monthly minutes of physical activity and contribute them to the total “kilometers walked” by Osgoode Ward Residents. All activity and steps count including planned exercise and household chores.
(20 minutes – 1 km) (1250 pedometer steps – 1 km)
December 1 to April 30, 2010
Join anytime. Report your “kilometers walked” to your Public Health Nurse anytime up to April 30. Include all activity, whenever and wherever you are physically active: at home or at the office, indoors and outdoors, doing chores or having fun. There is no cost for this event.
COMMUNITY POLICING NEWS FROM CONSTABLE FINNISS
Let's continue to report and make those calls.
| (613) 236-1222 ext. 7300 | Call Centre to report vandalism, theft from vehicles |
| 9-1-1 | Crime in progress / life threatening |
| (613) 230-6211 | Dispatcher all other emergencies |
| (613) 236-1222 ext. 3700 | Leitrim Information Desk |
| (613) 236-1222 ext. 3787 | Cst. Jennifer Finniss / finnissj@ottawapolice.ca |
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