March 8, 2010 BY COUNCILLOR DOUG THOMPSON
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| 1. Direct staff to work cooperatively with the MNR to develop and implement an integrated approach to addressing coyote issues, including but not limited to public awareness and education, and response to human safety issues as appropriate. | |
| 2. Request that the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources review its wildlife relocation policies, particularly as they relate to healthy wildlife found in urban/suburban areas. | |
| 3. Direct City staff to provide support to Councillor Thompson in his role as representative of the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (Association of Municipalities of Ontario) on the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources’ Human-Wildlife Conflicts Advisory Group to help facilitate the development of an integrated coyote management strategy that will benefit residents and stakeholders across Ontario. | |
| 4. Recommend to the Chair of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and the Chair of the Planning and Environment Committee that they convene a joint meeting of those committees to review and develop a wildlife strategy for the City of Ottawa. | |
| 5. THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that staff be directed to develop a comprehensive and integrated wildlife strategy for the City of Ottawa - included in a biodiversity strategy (or like product), centred on wildlife-sensitive planning, with a focus on public education and awareness programs - and involve appropriate City departments, the National Capital Commission (NCC), the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), other relevant agencies and community stakeholder organizations in its development and implementation, including protocols to be required in conditions of plans of subdivision and site plans, and that said strategy go forward to a joint meeting of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and the Planning and Environment Committee for discussion. | |
| 6. Direct staff to ensure that the lead department role, from the City's side of the matter, be shared by By-law Services and Planning and Environment, as well as the Rural Affairs Office. |
** A Reminder - Do not leave any food products out in the open and seal your garbage; these attract the Coyotes.
It has been reported that meat products have been scattered throughout parts of Greely.
COMMUNITY NEWS
March is Kidney Health Month
A staggering two million Canadians are living with kidney disease or are at risk of developing this life threatening illness. Right now, more than 15,000 people in Ontario are being treated for chronic kidney failure. Each day, an average of 14 Canadians learn that their kidneys have failed. They find out their survival depends on dialysis or a kidney transplant. Learn the facts at www.kidney.on.ca.
5th Annual Shroomfest
One of the most popular local fundraising events is scheduled for Thursday, April 29 at the Metcalfe Fair Grounds. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by the famous AJ's Buffet Dinner at 7:00 p.m.
For tickets, call Metcalfe Variety at (613) 821-3440 or AJ's Catering at (613) 821-1445 to reserve tables of 8.
10th Annual Charity Golf Classic
It is only March but golfing is just around the corner! Circle July 14 on your calendar for the Metcalfe Golf and Country Club's Charity Golf Tournament in support of the Township of Osgoode Care Centre. More details to follow as we get closer to the tournament date.
March Break at O-YA!
(Osgoode Youth Association)
Looking for something FUN to do this March Break? Head to O-YA! Check out our website at www.o-ya.ca for all the details on March Break. We're adding new things all the time! Here is a teaser of what's going on ...
Tuesday, March 16: Canada Day Theme
12:30 – 5:30 p.m. (ages 12 - 18)
5:30 – 8:30 p.m. (ages 12 - 15)
We're going skating at the rink (don't forget to bring $2 admission, skates & helmets), having a visit from the Firefighters, making a Canadiana craft, enjoying chocolate fondue and sledding behind the post office (dress for the weather, and bring a sled!). Wear something RED.
Wednesday, March 17: St. Patrick's Day Theme
12:30 – 5:30 p.m. (ages 12 - 18)
5:30 – 10:00 p.m. (ages 14 - 18)
We're going skating at the rink (don't forget to bring $2 admission, skates & helmets), making Irish Stew, biscuits and Lucky Punch for dinner and making an Irish theme craft. Wear something GREEN!
Thursday, March 18: If You Build It
12:30 – 5:30 p.m. (ages 12 - 18)
5:30 – 8:30 p.m. (ages 12 - 15)
Lego, Duct Tape Challenge, Cup Stack Event, Popsicle stick creations and more. Please bring a brown bag snack / supper.
Friday, March 19: Chef School
1:00 – 5:30 p.m. (ages 7 - 12)
We're making pizza dough, pizzas and cupcakes from scratch so that you can bring home supper for your family! Please let us know if you are coming to this event so that we can have enough food on hand. Please bring a brown bag snack.
Friday, March 19: Outdoor BBQ
5:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Our first EVER outdoor BBQ on a Friday night - just for Seniors. Come by can see what we're grillin' on the barbie...!
All March Break events are FREE for youth! Don't forget to visit www.o-ya.ca for more details. Volunteers are always wanted and appreciated at O-YA. If you, or someone you know, would like to volunteer during March Break, please email Nicole at oya-nicole@rogers.com and we'll set you up.
"Cinderella" by the Greely Players
Tickets for our 21st annual production - "Cinderella" - are now on sale. There will be 6 shows:
| March 24 – 27 | 7:30 p.m. and |
| March 27 & 28 | 2:00 p.m. |
Tickets are $15 or $10 for seniors and children 12 and under. It is still a fabulous value for a high quality live musical theatre production. Tickets are now available on line at www.greelyplayers.ca or by calling (613) 821-5407. Remember the seats are assigned on a first-come basis and they're selling quickly!
Osgoode Lions 2010 Trade and Home Show
The 22nd Annual Osgoode Trade and Home Show will be staged at the Stuart Holmes Arena in the Osgoode Community Centre on April 16 and 17. The event will again feature a variety of products and services displayed by businesses in the region.
At the longest continuing event of its kind in the area, local residents can see who and what is new in the business world. Attendees will find that many of our required services and products are available locally and from our neighbours. Admission, parking, and door prize draws throughout the show are free. The attractions and events for children are still in the planning stage, but the popular colouring contest will have a new twist. All children who bring their entry to the show will receive a reward. The pictures to colour will be distributed at local schools prior to the event.
For businesses, there are still some indoor and outdoor display spaces available, and those who are unable to provide a display have the opportunity to be sponsors with promotional signage at the event and inclusion in trade show advertising. Application forms and entry information can be obtained by calling (613) 826-1248.
The Osgoode Trade and Home Show is another event sponsored by the Osgoode and District Lions Club and serves as a fundraiser for their work in the local community.
St. Patrick's Supper
Metcalfe St. Andrew's United Church will host their 2nd Annual "Irish Night" to be held at the Metcalfe Lions Den on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. A roast beef dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by entertainment, door prizes and a silent auction. Limited seating - Sells out fast. Get your tickets early!
Contact Martha Robertson at (613) 821-1708, Nelda Isaac at (613) 821-2075 or Arnold Berry at (613) 821-4383. Adults $15.00, Children $7.50 - under 5 Free. Everyone welcome! Wear some green! Join us for some good old Irish "craic" !
Kars Public School Annual Community Used Book Sale
April 16 4:30 – 8:00 p.m. and
April 17 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
We are looking for good quality used children and adult books, VHS and DVD movies, talking books, etc. for our sale. If you would like the chance to clear out your home collection to make room for more, please drop off your books at Kars Public School, 6692 Rideau Valley Drive South during school hours, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Donations can be made until April 12, 2010.
If you have questions, or need your books picked up, please call Megan Dodge at (613) 489-0631. Please note, a portion of the proceeds from the book sale will be donated to “Help Lesotho”, a Canadian-based charitable organization which helps families in the impoverished country of Lesotho, Africa. For more information, please check out www.helplesotho.ca.
Greely Legion: Upcoming Events
Location: 8021 Mitch Owens Road, Greely
March 17 St. Paddy's Day Party
Come on down to the Greely Legion at 8021 Mitch Owens Road for a “GOOD OLD FASHIONED ST. PADDY’S DAY IRISH HOUSE PARTY” on Wednesday, March 17, anytime from 2:00 p.m. ‘til closing! Lots of music—Step dancing with the “Fun on Feet” Trio—Tap dancing by Award Winner Patrick Kidney—Celtic fiddling by 16 year old Champion Fiddler Ellen Daly—Bands—Tasty Irish Stew—It even sounds like we’ll be getting some GREEN BEER for the “real” Irish!! And listen to this: Even Councillor Doug Thompson will be dropping in with his “40 SHADES OF GREEN WIG”!!!!!!
No cover charge—lots of free parking—COMERADERIE GALORE—Darts—billiards—shuffle board—just come and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a “FUN—FRIENDLY” place—the Greely Legion!!! We’d love to have you!! Admission -- donations accepted.
March 21
Country & Western Jamboree with Kings Creek and others, 2:00 – 7:00 p.m., Musicians bring your instruments. Musicians admitted free. Guests $5. Hot supper available for $7.
March 27
Indoor Garage Sale Table rentals - $20 (extra tables @ $15 each) Contact Tom Keeley at (613) 822-4270 for details. Spring clean early this year.
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.
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.
Roast Beef Dinner: Save the Date
A delicious roast beef dinner will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Metcalfe on Sunday, May 2, 2010. For information, please contact Marjorie Stanley at (613) 233-1556.
2010 Car Raffle
Tickets are going fast for Our Lady of the Visitation’s 2010 Car Raffle. Only 3000 tickets have been printed and you could win a brand new 2010 Ford Focus with A/C, automatic and in your colour choice! Other prizes include a $200 gas card, a $100 gas card and a $50 cash prize. Tickets are only $20 each or 3 for $50 by cash, cheque, VISA, MasterCard or AMEX. Proceeds will be directed to OLV Building Fund.
Ticket information is available at www.olvis.ca or call Peter at (613) 821-1232 or Marie at (613) 526-2366.
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.
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.
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
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It is hard to avoid sodium or salt in our food supply. Researchers have found that many Canadian food products have the highest sodium levels in the world. It is no surprise then that the average Canadian consumes over 3000mg of sodium each day - double the recommended amount. A diet high in sodium increases your risk for high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.
Participate in a one-hour workshop on sodium presented by Registered Dietitians from Ottawa Public Health. Find out where salt is hidden, learn to select food wisely while in a grocery store or at the restaurant, and how to prepare tasty meals with less salt.
Date: Monday, March 29, 2010
Time: 10:45 a.m. to noon
Location: Osgoode Community Centre, 5660 Main Street, Upstairs Hall
Well Water Testing – Spring 2010
Water samples must be collected in Ministry of Health sample bottles and returned by the collection date, WITHIN 24 HOURS of the sample being taken. Samples may be dropped off on the following dates and locations.
Sunday, May 16
Osgoode Foodland: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Vernon Variety: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 25
MacKinnon's Foodland: 24 hrs.
Metcalfe Variety: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m
Thursdays
Ottawa Public Library, Metcalfe Branch: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
For more information, contact Barbara O'Brien-Litten at (613) 580-6744 ext. 26173.
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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