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THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 3THEOSCAR260 Sunnyside Ave, Ottawa Ontario, K1S 0R7www.OldOttawaSouth.ca/oscaroscar@oldottawasouth.caEditor: Brendan McCoyoscar@oldottawasouth.caLayout and Design Editor: Bess FraserCopy Editor: Michael ThibaultDistribution Manager: Larry Ostlerlarryostler@gmail.comBusiness Manager: Susanne Ledbetterledbetter@sympatico.caAdvertising Manager: Gayle Weitzmanoscarads@oldottawasouth.caOSCAR is printed by Winchester Print613-327-9080613-730-1058(not classy ads)Volunteer Proofreaders: Lida Towstiak, Maura Giuliani, MaryLow, Scott Valentine, Roger WilliamsThe OSCAR is a community paper paid for entirely by advertising.It is published by the Old Ottawa South Community Association Inc.(OSCA). Distribution is free to all Old Ottawa South homes and businessesand selected locations in Old Ottawa South, the Glebe and BillingsBridge. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and not necessarilyof The OSCAR or OSCA. 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Page 4THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013CHRISTY’S CORNERBy Christy SavageOSCA’s 35 th anniversary celebrationsduring the OOS Porch saleThis year was officially my firstexperience of the annual OOS Porchsale (last year was rained out). Whatan experience it was. I was amazedat how busy the streets in OOS werewith sellers and buyers alike. This isindeed a well-known annual event.In the interest of celebrating 35years of OSCA the Special EventsCommittee opted to have a simplecelebration on the same day as theporch sale. From 11am-3pm we werehappy to host and entertain manyOOS residents and visitors with: abarbecue, live band, desserts fromour own Yummy Cookies (ColleenForer), a raffle, free OSCA tattoosand activities in the Firehall forchildren. I am pleased to say thiswas a resounding success. Many ofyou showed up or stopped in duringyour travels through the neighbourhoodand by 1pm we had run out ofhotdogs and had to scramble to getmore.To all our tireless volunteers, thankyou. Special thanks go to Jeanninefor selling tickets, Thomas, Marty,Jack, Roz and Mona for handing outfood and barbecuing. To Cindy andConnie for managing the raffle table.To Baalqis, Alex, Maddie, Darcyand Mike for helping with set up andclean up and just about everything.Thanks to Rebekka Roy for keepingeverything running smoothly and“To all our tirelessvolunteers, thankyou.”for a fabulous donation ofour very own, tailor made, apronsfrom her company birdyandbug.com.Seriously, these are one of a kind andvery cool. We had many questionsabout them so for those of you whoare interested you can find them onher website.Thanks also go out to ColleenForer of Yummy Cookies fame(yummycookies.ca) for bringing twoamazing pans of brownies and forsetting up a tent and selling cookiesand hot chocolate during the event.It’s always a treat to have her delectablegoodies nearby.Special thanks also go out tothe band- Darcy Middaugh, DinosDafniotis, Don, Jordan and CameronDavies, who entertained the crowdnon-stop for most of the event.The Special Events Committee hasThanks to OSCAR’smany volunteer writersand distributors forhelping get the newsto you!The OSCAR is a self-supporting newspaper,Remember our children are back at school.paid for entirely by advertising, and reliant onPlease drive carefully.volunteer contributors and distributors.Thanks to the Dairy Queen forcontributing to our community throughits support of the manyOSCAR volunteers.Dairy Queen, 1272 Bank Street738-7146many more events planned so markthe following dates in your calendars:Sunday October 20 th - Fall Fest,Saturday November 16 th -James BondParty, Sunday November 24 th -ShopYour Local Talent Craft Sale, SundayDecember 8 th -White Christmas at theMayfair and Sunday December 15 th -Breakfast With Santa.A special welcome to BaalqisHassan- OSCA Executive AssistantBaalqis Hassan the new OSCAExecutive Assistant.PHOTO BY AINSLIE COGHILLWith the rapid growth and changesat OSCA, the board felt it prudent tohire an executive assistant, during thebusy upcoming fall season. We areproud to introduce Baalqis Hassan.Growing up just over the bridge, inthe Glebe, Baalqis knows our communitywell. She attended CapitalDaycare, Hopewell, and even the OldFirehall’s very own after-four program.She has also volunteered withthe Ottawa Public Library’s SunnysideBranch, the Ottawa Art Gallery,and the National Gallery of Canada,among others.She is a recent University of Ottawagraduate with a degree in Communications.Throughout her studiesher main areas of interest were insocial media and communication/media policy.Baalqis has worked for several locallyowned businesses as well as theFederal Government. Most recentlyshe has managed Roadtrip and Trustfund,two local fashion boutiques,and Pure Gelato, located on ElginSt. She has several years’ experiencemanaging small businesses andcreating and maintaining their socialmedia presences.She is excited to have the opportunityto work with an organizationthat has such a direct impact on acommunity that she has close ties to.A sad farewellMany of you know Dinos Dafniotisas the Firehall’s program coordinator.In fact, the truth is that formany of you, Dinos is the Firehall.For the past 20 + years Dinos hasworked tirelessly to ensure programsare creative, and delivered withouta hitch to residents (and beyond) ofOld Ottawa South.When I began herejust over one year ago, with bothDeirdre McQuillan retiring as theExecutive Director and Cathie Buchananretiring as the Centre Director,both after over 20 years, you canwell imagine how vital and importantit was to lean on Dinos for guidance,expertise, support and generalknowledge.Dinos’ knowledge is second tonone and he has an exceptional giftof understanding and connectingwith this community. His devotionand dedication is clear and obviousnot only in his incessant need to doeverything for everyone, but in theway he was always first to the phone,and first to say ‘hello how can Ihelp you’ to anyone the second theyentered the centre.Dinos will be leaving at the end ofOctober to work for the City at Constellationmanaging pools and rinks.We will miss him terribly, but hopeto convince him to come back for afew special events and activities.Lifetime Achievement Award forGwen GallRecently OSCA awarded Gwen Gallthe ‘Lifetime achievement Award”.This award is given to those individualswho “...make an exceptionalcontribution to the community of OldOttawa South.”No-one could possibly be moredeserving of this award than GwenGall. Gwen served on the board ofOSCA for many years. Additionally,not only was she passionateabout our community and very muchinvolved, but for the last number ofyears Gwen edited and oversaw thedevelopment of the oldottawasouth.ca website.Unlike most community websitesoldottawasouth.ca is full of richresources, both current and historicalin nature, for those in the communityand beyond to benefit from. Manytimes I receive emails from thosewho have accessed the resources andare astounded at the depth, varietyand amount of information available.When I first came to OSCA, asthe Executive Director, Gwen wasone of the first people to reach outto me, guide me and teach me allabout OOS. She was always there,incredibly patient and exceptionallysupportive. I will always be grateful,not only for her support, but for thepassion for this community that I amalways inspired by.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 5OSCA PRESIDENT’S REPORTBy Linda Hancock,OSCA PresidentAs we welcome the fall, OSCA willbe busy planning our future. In previouscolumns I have informed all thatwe are in the process of developinga Strategic Plan. As we continuethis process, it has become clearthat we need more people to assistus. We currently have 4 positionsto fill on our Board, and still havesome gaps within our Committees.Our By-Laws do not require us tofill the Board positions right away –however, we feel the time is right toencourage people with the right skillsto join us as we move forward.The Board has discussed the needto have a comprehensive communicationsstrategy in place that wouldtie together the OSCAR, our websiteBetween the Bridges along with otherinitiatives. Our Vision Survey identifiedsome key issues on the minds ofour residents – namely planning andzoning, infill development and trafficand safety issues. Business developmenton Bank Street was identifiedby many survey respondents as anarea of need. Last but not least, wewill continue providing great programsand special events that bringtogether our community. As a mainlyvolunteer run association, we arefeeling a little overwhelmed. If youfeel that you have skills that wouldassist in any of these areas, we wouldlove to hear from you. Please feelfree to contact me or speak to anymember of our Board.We are getting very close to havinga vision statement that will guide ourfuture. We have much to do and weare ready to work hard. At the sametime, we are facing an uncertainfuture. Many people enjoy all that theOld Firehall brings to our community- the programmes, the events andservices run out of this wonderfulfacility. What people may not knowis that our programmes are the resultof a long time partnership betweenOSCA and the City of Ottawa. Sincethe renovation of the Old Firehall,our programmes and revenues havegrown tremendously – a true successstory. During this same period oftime, the City has been withdrawingtheir support. First, a full time CentreDirector position was cut back to parttime. Next, some of our CSR positions(front desk support) were cutback and, now, our full time ProgramCoordinator position will becomepart time effective October 31st.We have come to the point wherewe must consider all of our options.These unilateral decisions by theCity will require OSCA to fill in asignificant gap in resources – humanand financial. We have a transitionplan that will see us through thesenext few months, but we are trulyconcerned about the longevity of ourprogrammes. If we are to continueproviding quality programming inOOS, we will need to adopt a verydifferent business model and this willtake some time.As I end this column, I would liketo thank two of our Board memberswho have left the Board recently.Mike Lascelles is no longer living inOOS and we will miss him aroundour Board table. Greg Strahl, whowas our Secretary, has stepped downdue to work commitments. We willhave the opportunity to thank Mikeand Greg officially at a later date. IslaJordan, one of our Board members,will take Greg’s place as Secretary.On a very sad note, OSCA andour community has lost one of ourwell-loved residents. Gwen Gallpassed away recently after a battlewith cancer. OSCA was pleased thatwe were able to present Gwen witha Lifetime Achievement Award forall that she did for our associationand the community. Our thoughts arewith Greg and Gwen’s family at thisvery sad time.OOS BUSINESS AND RESOURCES DIRECTORYParticipation is FREEWe welcome your comments and suggestions.A voluntary project for the community, thanks to all who have helped.The Directory is OPEN FOR BUSINESSFind directory at http://www.oldottawasouth.ca,Contact: Gail Stewart and Isla Jordanat businesses@oldottawasouthFarewell Dinos, We Will Miss You!BBQ, Bouncy Slide, Pumpkin Sales, Goat Bingo, Hay Rides (courtesy of Tracey Arnett), Raffles & more! ...................................................PHOTO BY OSCA STAFFSundayOctober 2011am-2pmat Windsor ParkFALL FEST...................................................Best Soup, Jam, Pie, Bread & Preserve Contest!(bring it to the park by noon)

Page 6THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013LETTERS TO THE EDITORThe OSCAR welcomes letters on subjects of interest to the community or in response to previous articles. All letters must disclose the name of the writer, as well as the address and phonenumber. Letters may be edited for length, clarity, and libelous statements. The opinions of the writers are not necessarily those of the newspaper or its editor. Email your letters to oscar@oldottawasouth.ca“Where were you when the lightswent out”Dear Editor,When I watching the news yesterday(Aug/14/2013) the big story was“Where were you when the lightswent out” a decade ago, many memoriesflood your mind and I knowwhere I was and I wrote somethingabout it in our area and it was publishedin the OSCAR (October 2003)and it is hard to believe a decadehas passed by and we all are decadeolder. However, the best part washow we managed and we took care ofeach other and carried on with whatwas left at our service and made usall a better people and it was not alet-down. It rather made us appreciatewhat we have. We learned moreand understood what is like to takefor granted even the annoying fridgehumming sound. That was the firstsound I heard around 3.30pm thenext day when the power came backand I woke up my Mother and toldher that the power is back. She cameinto the kitchen to make sure, and forthe first time I hugged my fridge forwaking me up from my nap. It washilarious.I think we in Ottawa learned a lotand became wiser and less critical.The ice storm did the same thingback in 1998, and few of photos ofmine were selected for the Ottawacity archives, and few were publishedin the OSCAR. I guess life has variousways of teaching us lessons andnature does the same. It makes usfocus what is in front of us and appreciateevery bit of it, take nothingfor granted.CheersAnant NagpurThe Windsor ChroniclesDear Editor,Thank you for Patty Deline’s wonderfulretrospective on The WindsorChronicles. As the literary executorof Zoscha the Wonder Dog,I thoroughly enjoyed the trip downmemory lane through Zoscha’s manyexploits.However, I must take exception toone detail. I vigorously deny beingthe author of the Chronicles. I wasmerely the agent of a wonderfullytalented dog.As described in the last columnpublished shortly after Zoscha’sdeath (Windsor Chronicles, Part 87,August 2008), I never figured outhow she was able to compose the articles.Perhaps she put paw to mouse.Perhaps she used bark recognitionsoftware. It’s best left a mystery.But as Patty indicated, I have beeninspired by Zoscha’s example to trymy own hand at writing. My firstnovel, “Brothers at War,” is beingpublished this month by ScholasticCanada. I hope those who miss Zoscha’smonthly column may take solacein a book that she helped inspire– and which has a ginger-coloureddog as one of its characters.Sincerely,Don CummerTiming, community and trafficcalmingDear Editor,As I saw an ambulance race from thedowntown core towards the hospitalsin the Alta Vista area, and consideredthe Main Street, “complete street”2015 plan to reduce vehicle trafficfrom four lanes to two lanes, I beganto think it was not being very considerateof people in communities otherthan the people living in Ottawa East.As Councillor Chernushenko says itwill provide, “the same priority to cyclistsand pedestrians as to cars” andhe says “you have to make driving abit more difficult and we are doing iton purpose.” Another councillor, MathieuFleury decries the traffic burdenon his community of the nearly 50year old, six lane inter-provincialbridge and wants lane reductions forKing Edward Avenue.Groups like the Main Street “completestreet” advocates are pushingfor quality of life for their community,yet they themselves are partof the infrastructure of other communities.On an everyday practicalmanner, with road infrastructure ina major state of flux – the 2018light rail and beyond, how do wego about considering the interdependenceof other communities aswe plan to change a transportationculture and improve communitiesand neighborhood life? I think weneed to keep in mind and care forhow we are all living right now.We need to consider the personin that ambulance on Main Street, on a snowy January day at rushhour and gaze at that bike lane.We need to sit with a parent headingfrom work to pick up their kidfrom day care, and think of timingas these plans for the better Ottawawe all seek are made by ourcommunity leaders.Bill DareCentertown residentCouncillor ChernushenkorespondsBill Dare raises some interestingpoints about transportationplanning, emergency services andfair access. Readers can rest assuredthat all of these issues wereconsidered by the public advisorycommittee, city staff and, ultimatelyCouncil at the time of the MainStreet “complete street” vote.It surprises many people to learnthat a new configuration with oneless vehicle lane, but better walking,cycling and public transit, willactually move more people over thecourse of the day. Critically, though,it will finally allow people a choice ofwhat mode they prefer. At the moment,cycling is only a “choice” onMain Street for the very brave.As for emergency services, this newdesign will be no worse than what existsnow. Arguably better. Only at thepeak of morning and evening rushhours is there congestion, and just asemergency vehicles do not experiencesignificant delays during congestionnow, nor should they with the newdesign.Finally, Mr. Dare is right about theneed to recognize our interdependence.When I made a commitment tomy suburban and rural Council colleaguesto work with them to bringefficient public transit options totheir constituents as soon as possible,those were not just empty politicalwords. This, and not widening roadsso as to encourage more driving, willbe -- combined with better cyclingand walking choices -- the only truesolution to our transportation challengesin this big and diverse city.David Chernushenko, Councillor,Capital WardNew Benches in Brewer ParkDear Editor,There are five new benches installedin Brewer Park, including two alongthe soccer field and one overlookingthe river and it is thanks to a lot ofpeople that they are there.Thanks to the OSCA Board forrequesting the benches from the City,using the annual developers’ fees thatthe City designates for use in Cityparks. Old Ottawa South is part ofCapital Ward and shares these feeswith others in that ward.Thanks to Councillor David Chernushenkofor following up on therequest.Thanks to City employee KevinWherry with whom I worked closelyto finalize where the three southernbenches should go. I had originallywanted them to be down by the riverbut that was not possible becausethey could not be installed in theflood plain.I hope everyone enjoys these lovelynew benches, I know the dogwalkerscertainly will. There was a celebrationby dogwalkers and their dogs.Deirdre McQuillan

Page 8THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013LOCAL NEWSOut of the Cold SuppersBy Valerie MacIntoshWhat’s for dinner?It’s a question most of us consideralmost every day. An ordinary kindof question while we peruse thecontents of our fridge, or browse themenu at the pub on the corner.But for many people in our city,what’s for dinner isn’t even on theirradar.That’s why dinner once a weekat Southminster United Church inOld Ottawa South is so special, sowelcome and so necessary. Becauseevery Saturday, people seeking a hotmeal, a smile, and handshake, anda warm collegial atmosphere, knowthat when they come to the Out of theCold supper and ask, What’s for dinner?they won’t be disappointed.Because the food is great! A dedicatedteam of volunteers organizesthe menus, makes the shopping lists,buys the food, prepares the food, andserves the suppers ... all with passionand excitement to provide the bestpossible supper hour to the visitorswho come to the Out of the Cold.South Seas pork, four-bean salad,black bean vegetable chili, dilled fish,pineapple upside down cake – onlya few of the favourites lovingly preparedand dished out with pride.And it’s like that every week. EveryOut of the Cold supper consistsof appetizers such as muffins, rawveggies; then a salad; followed by amain course such as a meat dish withstarch and vegetable, as well as avegetarian option; and finally dessert,with coffee, tea and juice availablefrom the moment guests arrive tillwhen they leave. And if there areleftovers, they are packaged up andsent home with guests for a secondmeal the next day. All meals arecreated from scratch each Saturdayin the kitchens at Southminster, andthe ingredients are purchased, notdonated, with two notable exceptions:Life of Pie donates pies once amonth for dessert, and another donorprovides the muffins.The weekly dinner ‘miracle’ hasbeen going on for 15 years, and thisyear Out of the Cold prepares tolaunch its 16 th season. From a pilotproject in 1997 which averaged about30 guests every Saturday, the suppernow attracts anywhere between70 and 90 attendees each and everynight of the season, which runs fromNovember through March, about20-22 weeks per year. To date, Out ofthe Cold Suppers have served over15,000 guests.Who’s in the Kitchen?Southminster United Church isthe home of Out of the Cold, and isresponsible for hosting and coordinatingthe program. But they couldnot do it without the volunteers frommany other churches, non-churchyouth groups like the CarletonNavigators, Scouts/Guides, as wellas community members from OldOttawa South, the Glebe and beyond.It takes 20 volunteers each week torun a supper, and Out of the Cold islucky to have hundreds of dedicated,reliable volunteers who eagerly awaittheir assignments, volunteering asmany Saturdays as they can to bepart of the experience of serving theircommunity.What is less reliable is the funding.Currently the money to supportOut of the Cold is raised primarilythrough fund-raising events by theSouthminster, Trinity Anglican andSt Matthew’s Anglican churches. Outof the Cold also receives financialsupport from some area businesses.For example, my own store, theClothes Secret, donates $5 to the Outof the Cold suppers for every coatwe sell in November. People love theidea that by buying a winter coat theycan support a community service.Coordinators of the program aretrying to maintain the budget goal ofabout $5 per meal, but this is becomingincreasingly difficult. We allknow a trip to the grocery store canresult in sticker shock as the price offood continues to go up. Imaginetrying to feed 75 guests every weekin your own home for $5 a personand you get an idea of the challengefaced by the coordinators of Out ofthe Cold. Having enough cash to putfood on the table is a prime concern.That’s where you can help.A $5 donation buys a hot, healthymeal to those living on the marginsof society, people who could bestbe described as living on minimaland limited financial means, maybehomeless, maybe struggling withaddictions or social situations, livingalone in apartments that consumethe bulk of their income. Out of theCold provides a safe, non-judgmentalspace where people can share conversationalong with a meal.Please help Out of the Cold continueto answer the question “What’s fordinner?” for hundreds of people inour community. Any amount is welcome;for example, a $50 gift ensuresthat 10 people will sit down to supperwith us, and there will be enoughfood to go around. All donations aretax deductible. You can make a cashor cheque donation to SouthminsterUnited Church, noting that fundsare to be directed to Centre 7/Outof the Cold Suppers. Or go rightnow to the CanadaHelps link on ourwebsite (http://southminster.ncf.ca/home.html) and make your donation.Your support and encouragement iswelcome and appreciated.Milano’s Is Now the Only Pizzeriain the Neighbourhood#4440-714In Store PromotIonOn SAle until OctOBer 31 St , while quAntitieS lAStPaper Yard Waste BagFive Packonly$1.99Lawn Leaf rake30” 50% offonly $8 49736 Bank St. at Second Ave. 613 234-6353info@capitalhomehardware.caReg. $16.99#5062-362By Paige Raymond KovachWhen Talaal Baroudi went toCarleton University and lived onRoslyn Avenue, his dad offeredhim an ingenious meal plan. Hepaid Kelly, the owner of SunnysidePizza, $1000 to feed his son untilthe money ran out. Talaal survivedand thrived as he now owns fourMilano’s Pizzerias in Ottawa andManotick – including the locationhe used to get his pizza from on hisway back from Carleton.This summer Talaal bought EZPZ,formerly Sunnyside Pizza, fromTaha Najim.Taha used to work for Talaal athis Merivale location. When Tahabought EZPZ he called his formeremployer for advice and he helpedhim get set up. When the Milano’sfranchisor said they wanted Talaalto find a new location in Old OttawaSouth and the Glebe, he approachedTaha and his business partner Markto sell EZPZ. He gave Mark andTaha some time to make a decisionabout selling their business, as hisnew Milano’s had to be open inthree months. The EZPZ ownersdidn’t want to sell at that time.So Talaal moved ahead andpurchased the former Fida’s Pizzalocation at 44 Seneca.Talaal said there were bad feelingsfor a while, but those dissipated. “Ididn’t see EZPZ as a major competitor:it was not a Pizza Pizza ora Gabriel’s for instance.” Recently,after some discussions and negotiations,Talaal bought EZPZ.“Yes, I’ll be busier and Milano’swill be more profitable, but I offeredTaha fair market value,” said Talaal.“I did not force their hand.”OSCAR made repeated attemptsto contact Taha to confirm details,but was unable to do so.For the moment EZPZ is vacant,and Talaal is trying to decide whatwould be the best fit for the space.He’s been paying the rent on thespace for the last few months. Heis looking at perhaps burrito/tacoplace or a Greek food outlet. He’salso looking at putting in a laundryfacility. “The one thing it won’t beis a pizzeria,” he said.

Page 10THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013LIVING LIVESLan Chen Shares the HappinessBy Paige Raymond KovachLan Chen has always sketched andpainted the natural world aroundher, but it was only when she movedto Victoria in 2004 to live with herdaughter that she found her newcanvas.Lan Chen, a retired university lecturerin Chinese language and literature,has painted over 300 rocks capturingthe essence of wildlife.On one of her daily walks nearWillows Beach, she visited a yarnstore, and saw a painted rock thatheld open the door. Amazed thatshe could merge her two loves in adifferent way, she was instantly inspired.She began to collect rocks topaint. Walks along the beach becametreasure hunts. “There are the mostamazing rocks at French Beach,” shesaid.She works with the shape of therock. She has a rock collectionoutside her back door tucked into acorner. These are brought to her byfriends or more often found by herson-in-law Ercel Baker and daughterXiaobei Chen from their campingtrips or purchased in garden centresand art stores in Ottawa. At the startof a new project, she will go outside,pick up and study the rocks beforefinding one that suits her idea. Ifthe rock is too coarse, she evens thesurface with wood filler and thenpaints the rock white before paintingthe image. She uses bright acrylicpaints and a gloss veneer. She usesonly fine-tipped Chinese paintbrushesfor the detailed work. On the bottomof all her pieces she signs her studioname, Lanbei, a merging of hername and her daughter’s name, andthe date.She chooses round, oblong rocksfor animals with a large bulge at oneend for the head.She draws the head first, and thenpositions the rest of the body aroundit. She painted two Siamese cats ona rock after the family got their twinplayful Siamese cats. She paintedowls on tall, rounded-topped obelisk-shapedstones. She has donatedher work to charity auctions, includingthe Wabano Centre for AboriginalHealth, and one of her large owlsearned $100 for the centre.“It is the eyes thatdraw you in to eachanimal Lan Chenpaints”Lan Chen paints rocks with with vibrant colours, capturing the essence ofwildlife.She paints ladybugs on smallpebbles, butterflies on flat stones,birds on pendant shapes for Christmasdecorations. She even painted allthe details of her home, including thehulu gourds growing in the garden,her granddaughter’s red chair in thebackyard, and the red VW Beetle inthe garage.She often paints animal motherswith their babies. On a large stoneshe painted a mother leopard withtwin cubs for her daughter’s mother’sday gift. Another taller irregular rockbecame a chimpanzee with her baby.Her daughter asked her to paint aturtle for an Aboriginal friend. Soshe is making sets of different typesof turtles (painted turtles, snappingturtles), often each with four babies(even numbers are preferred inChinese culture, four being the fourblessings for happiness).She studies the animals she wantsto paint either in nature on her dailywalks, or from books in the library.She copies the texture of the feathers,the patterns on the fur, the details onthe carapace, even the animal’s naturalposture onto her rock paintings.But it is the eyes that draw youin to each animal Lan Chen paints:the pleading eyes of the chipmunk,the watchful eye of the snowy owl,and the happy, relaxed eyes of theleopard.She doesn’t just paint round rocks.She is often most inspired by the irregularshaped rocks.herself using a round rock and addinga small bump. The finished piece isa miniature garden -- the fashionedbump a ladybug resting on a flower.And sometimes her inspirationcomes from her own backyard.“Grandma caught two frogs in thebackyard, and then we painted themon rocks and let them go,” said hergranddaughter Elizabeth.Elizabeth has her own collection ofpainted objects. She is inspired in herpainting by her grandmother and herown versions of her grandmother’swork.Elizabeth has painted quite a fewrocks. She also painted hulu orbottle-shaped gourds, a traditionalChinese calabash that dries so theLan Chen shows her granddaughter how to paint the intricate details of aflower on a rock. PHOTOS BY TOM ALFÖLDIYour neighbourhoodQUALITY HOME RENOVATIONand restoration specialistsJohn Wenuk (Owner), Sandy Hill Construction“There is no place more importantto you and your family than your home.”For a comprehensive overview, please visit our web site:www.sandyhill.caor contact John at (613) 832-1717SERVING OTTAWA SOUTH FOR OVER 20 YEARSA family friend brings her rocksfrom northern Quebec, which arenaturally conglomerated with roundbulbous shapes. On one Lan used thenatural bulges for a chipmunk holdinga pinecone while balancing on abranch. His eyes are pleading withyou not to steal his cone.Fascinated by these types of rocksand the outcome, she made a fewcontents can shake like a maraca.Hulu gourds are also seen as goodluck.Lan Chen paints for two or threehours and prepares rocks for one ortwo hours every day. She is happywhen she paints. “I enjoy my life inCanada; I can paint every day. Rockpainting lets me share happiness withothers in my old age,” she said.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 11SOUTHMINSTERSouthminster Events: Kids and AdultsBy Becki SasakiWorship Service and “Kids’ Church”-- Sundays at 10:30am. A friendlyand welcoming space for all ages aswe explore together the relationshipbetween Christian faith and everydaylife.Children’s Christmas Choir:Welcome!All children, ages 5 – 12, arewarmly invited to join the SouthminsterChildren’s Choir to celebrateChristmas with us! The children willbe learning a variety of Christmassongs under the direction of Mrs.Merri Legris and Brittany Clayton.All are welcome.Work on Christmas music willbegin on Sunday, November 3. Thechoir practices at 12pm on Sundays,and will sing in the service on Sunday,December 15.Please contact Becky ( beckysmunited@bell.net) if you haveany questions, or simply come toSouthminster United Church, Room5, at noon on November 3. We lookforward to singing with you!The Backwards Christmas Pageant:A Creative EndeavourOur upcoming children’s programat Southminster is the explorationof Christmas and the creation of thisyear’s Christmas pageant, under theguidance of Julie Ireton. This year,we plan to start at the end of thetraditional Christmas story, and thenexperiment with taking pieces of thestory away. What can we leave out,and still have all the story that weneed? We invite all interested childrento participate!Children ages 7 – 12 are invited tothink, question, and wonder with usduring the regular Kids’ Church time,from November 17 – December 1 (3weeks). During this time, they willuse their ideas to create the pageantthat will be performed by all thechildren.Children of all ages are invitedto perform in the prepared pageant.There will be 2 practices (Sunday,December 8 and Saturday, December14). The pageant will be performedduring the service on Sunday, December15.To ensure we plan for all participatingchildren, please contact Becky (becky-smunited@bell.net ) if you areinterested!Conversations Across Cultures:Friends from Southminster Unitedand the Ottawa Muslim Associationhave formed strong relationships andpartnerships over the past few years.This is creating a wonderful foundationof trust and understanding aswe advocate together for justice andpeace, and engage together in acts ofservice in our community. If you areinterested in building understandingand working together for the commongood, please keep your eyesopen for our next events!On Sunday October 27th at 10:30am, worship at Southminster will beshared with interfaith friends. Theservice will focus on the spiritualpractice of ‘pilgrimage’ as we seektogether to build a world of Shalom /Salaam / Peace and Justice -- whereall share equally in access to basichuman rights.Spiritual Practices Groups: Achance to nurture your spirit incommunity.Consider joining a Spiritual Practicesgroup at Southminster, whereyou will explore simple and transformativetraditions such as mindfulness,gratitude, hospitality and discernment.Sessions offer both neededindividual space (in a freneticallypaced world) and group time. Joina community of people who wantto practice living more intentionallyfrom the core of who they are.Leadership is by Meg Illman-White -Minister at Southminster. Meg bringsa strong sense of the silence andspace needed to listen for our owninternal response to the urgings of theHoly within us. She creates welcomingspace to explore and grow.New sessions start in October:2nd and 4th Friday afternoons at1:15pm or1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7 pmMeeting Place: Southminster ParlourNew members are welcome! Groupsize is limited. Please email Megat meg.suc@rogers.com for moreinformation, or to reserve a spot in agroup.Hunger Lunch: Sunday October20th in the Lower Hall.Community members are invitedto join us for our annual “hungerlunch”. Enjoy a simple soup lunch,and offer a donation to supportCentre 7’s Out of the Cold suppers,which are hosted at Southminster everySaturday from November throughMarch. Can’t join us for lunch? Youcan also donate on-line to the Out ofthe Cold suppers by going to SouthminsterUnited Church’s home pageat: http://southminster.ncf.ca andclicking the “donate now throughCanada Helps” button at the bottomleft corner. It will take you to “CanadaHelps” where you can donate toSouthminster United Church. Under“instructions” simply specify “Out ofthe Cold Suppers” or “Centre 7”, andyour donation will be directed there.Sell For Maximum 3.75% Commission RateDonate on-line to theOUT OFTHE COLD SUPPERS atwww.southminster.ncf.caclick on“donate now through Canada Helps”Area Worship ServicesJUST LISTED$399,900Selling Since 1984613-230-8888Barry HumphreySales Representative613-296-6060 Directbarryhumphrey@sympatico.caVIEW MY WEBSITE:www.BarryHumphrey.caGREAT SERVICE DOESN’T HAVE TO BE EXPENSIVE!GLEBE107-D Third AveBest find in the GLEBE! Modernand bright 2 bedroom stackedtownhome built (1997) byCharlesfort. 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Page 12THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013MP’S REPORTThe “Open Government” SmokescreenBy Paul DewarOpen government is aboutaccountability and accessto government programsand services. It’s a conceptthat goes hand in hand witha functioning democraticsociety.While the Conservativesare sending out a flood ofraw data through TreasuryBoard Secretary TonyClement’s so-called “opengovernment” policy, theyare restricting the kinds ofinformation and research thatCanadians need to effectivelyscrutinize government programsand institutions, andaccess government services.It’s clear the “open government”initiative is a smokescreento distract from all theways that Stephen Harper’sConservative majority is restrictingthe flow of information.Government ServicesIn the wake of significantcuts to front-line staff acrossgovernment departments,including Service Canada,Canada Revenue Agency andImmigration, constituents arehaving increasing difficultiesaccessing information andassistance relating to vitalgovernment services.At Ottawa’s ServiceCanada offices, people whoare in an urgent need havebeen told the only way theycan get the information theyneed to proceed with an EI orpension claim or have theircase addressed in a timelymanner, was by contactingmy office. To make mattersworse, my office thencontacts Service Canada toresolve the issue or for information,duplicating work thatshould be completed at theinitial point of contact.Canadians trying to getinformation about filing theirtaxes run into similar difficultieswith CRA’s phoneline routinely busy and theclosure of the service counteron Laurier Street, which usedto offer valuable help andinformation to constituentsand local businesses.Those in the immigrationsystem face similar problems.With long backlogs(despite the government’sself-congratulatory claims),the phone lines are busy andthe menus difficult to navigate,and the Catherine Streetimmigration office’s doorsare closed to the public.Muzzling Scientific ResearchWhen it comes to scientificresearch, far from a policy ofopenness, the Conservativeshave pursued an aggressivepolicy of underminingscientific integrity by closinglabs, firing hundreds ofresearchers, muzzling thosewho are left and guttingtraining programs acrossthe country.Lack of access to unbiased,taxpayer-fundedscientific analysis meansCanadians don’t get thefull story about whetherpolicymakers are makingevidence-based decisions.Staff cuts at Parks Canada,and Library and Archives,have also eroded Canadians’access to quality information.Silencing ParliamentPrime Minister StephenHarper unilaterally decidedto shut down Parliament untilOctober, after showing upin the House of Commonsonly five times in the last fiveweeks of the Spring session.After all the scandals,ethical lapses and mismanagementwe’ve seen in thepast few years and the mostrecent Senate spending scandal,Prime Minister Harperisn’t fooling anyone. Hisdecision to Prorogue parliamentconfirms what the NDPhas been saying for months:Stephen Harper’s Conservativegovernment will dowhatever they can to evadeaccountability, and to delayanswering legitimate questionsfrom the public abouttheir involvement.True Open GovernmentCanadians need trulyopen government—not justa stream of raw data, butresponsive, thoughtful accessto information so that we asCanadians can make informeddecisions about howwell our government is working.And government needsto ensure adequate staffingso that Canadians accessingservices we all pay for,or filing their taxes, can gettimely, accurate and helpfulinformation.But putting a padlock onParliament and cutting offaccess to information willnot silence us. This fall, NewDemocrats continue to asktough questions about thegovernment’s actions, andcall for greater openness andaccountability from our government.Canadians deservebetter.MAYOR’S REPORTInvest Ottawa UpdateBy Mayor Jim WatsonWhen Invest Ottawa opened its doorsin February of 2012 it signaled achange in Ottawa’s business climate.Ottawa is known to many as agovernment town, but we have avibrant business community with thepotential for significant growth. Weboast the most educated workforcein Canada with 61% of our workershaving a post-secondary degree. Wealso have the highest concentration ofscientists and engineers in Canada.In August, Ottawa received thefirst-place ranking among 61 citiesfrom around the globe in three keymeasurements of economic development:Technology, Talent, and Toleranceand a fourth measurement -Do you have great ideas to improve your neighbourhood?Contact the Better Neighbourhoods Program& tell us about your ideas!Applications accepted September 11 to October 21, 2013This is a program for community groups who are keen to make creativeuse of public space in their urban/suburban neighbourhoods. Up to fourprojects will be chosen for 2014 and will be supported up to a maximumof $30K.• Get support from your Councillor and recruit sufficient volunteersTo apply or find out more informationvisit ottawa.ca/neighbourhood ore-mail neighbourhoods@ottawa.ca.Quality of Place.This honour from the Martin ProsperityInstitute is well-deserved andwe need to use it as a launching padfor even greater success. We need todo even more to let investors and jobcreators, both inside and outside ofOttawa, know what a great place weare to do business.With the advent of Invest Ottawathat is exactly what we are doingand the results are impressive. 2013marks the first full year for InvestOttawa and below are some of its accomplishmentsto date:• 654 jobs facilitated• 4047 workshop attendees• 2365 consultations and inquiries• 6912 advisory hours provided• 77 companies helped to growglobally• 26 resident companies in the acceleratorprogram• 21 visiting foreign delegations toOttawa• 15 investor sessions• 10 missions to foreign markets• $26 million in investments attractedby the startup portfolio• $25 million in foreign investmentattracted• $3.1 million in market analysisintelligence reports provided forfree to Ottawa’s businessesThis is remarkable progress andunder the leadership of President andCEO Bruce Lazenby, Invest Ottawais poised for an even stronger 2014.We know there is more work to bedone to support Ottawa’s establishedbusinesses and startups and to attractnew business to our city. InvestOttawa has shown in less than twoyears that it is up to these tasks andI look forward to seeing what morethey can do for our city in the rest ofthis year and in 2014.For more information aboutInvest Ottawa please visitwww.investottawa.ca

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 13COUNCILLOR’S REPORTOfficial Plans May Not Seem Exciting,But They’re Extremely ImportantBy David ChernushenkoIt’s an especially busy autumn atCity Hall as we prepare to adopt anupdated Official Plan (OP), InfrastructureMaster Plan, TransportationMaster Plan (TMP), Cycling Planand Pedestrian Plan.Talk of official plans may makeyour eyes glaze over, but these documentsare very important, and that’swhy we revise them every five years.They contain policy directions andlists of priorities that will determinewhere and how your tax dollars arespent, whether a road is widenedor a rail line or bike lane is built,and when critical infrastructure getsrepaired or replaced.Following six months of inputfrom the public and Council, we gotour first view of official drafts in lateSeptember, with the TMP delayeduntil October. Next, Council memberswill formally review the plansand welcome public delegations atcommittee meetings, at which theplans will be debated and most likelyadopted, with or without changes.Here are a few major issues directlyaffecting Old Ottawa Southresidents:• Will there be changes to the OPpolicy direction that currentlypromotes intensification? Will itprovide specifics on acceptableheight and density, and just howmuch such intensification is goingto be promoted around newtransit stations (Transit OrientedDevelopment)?• Will the TMP go further topromote public transit and activetransit as the most efficient andcost-effective ways of movingpeople and goods? If so, will anymajor road projects be removedfrom the TMP or placed on thebackburner?• Will the proposed footbridgespanning the canal between Fifthand Clegg (currently in the detaileddesign phase) be listed as apriority project?• Will the Cycling Plan and PedestrianPlan propose new routes orinfrastructure for our neighbourhood,to address subpar linkagesfor walkers and cyclists alongour main roads and bridges?Much will have been revealed bythe time you read this, but the mostimportant consultations and debatesat Council are only just be gettingstarted. I welcome your questionsand feedback.Conversions updatePrompted by undesirable homeconversions on Aylmer and HopewellAves., I joined my Council colleaguesin passing an Interim ControlBylaw in April. This brought a temporaryhalt to single-family homesbeing converted into apartments, anddirected the planning department tostudy the most problematic aspectsof this type of infill, consult with thepublic, and propose modified rules.The City held a public consultationon Sept. 16 at City Hall, well attendedby residents of those communitiesalready being affected and some whoanticipate such projects coming theirway.I expect the report to be broughtto Planning Committee next Marchin conjunction with the Second InfillZoning Study. To follow this issueand provide input, visit ottawa.ca/conversions.Party timeWith the return of university studentscome the inevitable complaintsabout partying. Student parties arenothing new, but there’s a big differencebetween a gathering that’s alittle loud and boisterous, and a big,noisy bash that goes all night.Every year, I deal with complaintsabout party houses, and I offer thesame advice.Students (and other partiers), yourneighbours will probably tolerate anoccasional party if you give themadvance notice, keep the noise bearableand wrap it up at a reasonablehour. But if things get out of control,a visit from police or bylaw can beexpensive. Fines start at $300, andhosts can be charged for the actionsof guests.For other residents, if you witnessillegal or dangerous activities, call to911. If it’s simply an annoying situation,call 311 or email 311@ottawa.ca (feel free to copy me) as soon asyou’re uncomfortable with the levelof noise or size of crowd. The phonelines — and police — get busier asthe night goes on. And don’t assumethat someone else will call in yourstead.Speaking of noise …Many Old Ottawa South residentshave been inordinately disturbedby loud music lately, including theEscapade Music Festival at the RACentre, the Folk Festival at Hog’sBack, and the return of football atCarleton.In most cases, the problem isn’tnoise so much as vibration. Theubiquitous use of monster subwoofersmeans people can literally feel thedeep bass a great distance away, andcan’t escape it by closing their windows(not that they should have to).Last year, I questioned bylaw officialsabout their ability to accuratelymeasure and thereby enforce acceptablelimits. This year, they assuredme they had the necessary tools. Yetdecibel readings taken at at least onecomplainant’s house indicated levelswell within allowable limits, eventhough the house and its contentswere actually vibrating. This wasdeemed acceptable.I plan to actively pursue bettertools to ensure that concertgoers canstill have their fun, but without rattlingbones and disrupting residents’heart rhythms.Sunnyside calming projectWith funding approved for theSunnyside Ave. traffic calming plan,the City intends to implement a seriesof intersection and midblock narrowings,signage, pavement markingand on-street parking adjustments in2014.In addition, the City will pilot aGreen Street concept by installingbioretention measures instead of hardsurfaces within some of the narrowings.Because this means slightlymodifying the original 2012 plan, theCity will seek community input.There was an open house onWednesday, Sept. 25, at SouthminsterUnited Church.Councillor David Chernushenko,613-580-2487, David.Chernushenko@Ottawa.ca,www.capitalward.caSunnyside Avenue Traffic Calming andGreen Street TreatmentsIn 2012, the City along with residents in OldOttawa South completed a traffic calmingplan that included a series of intersection andmidblock narrowings, signage, pavementmarking and on-street parking adjustmentsalong Sunnyside Avenue. (Editor’s Note: Thisplan does not include Sunnyside east of Bank,nor Bank Street itself. See the OSCA web pagearticle that outlines the study and the final reportat http://www.oldottawasouth.ca).Funding has been approved for this project andthe City intends to implement these measuresin 2014. In addition, the City will pilot aGreen Street concept by installing bioretentionmeasures within some of the traffic narrowingsinstead of hard surface treatments. As thesemeasures will slightly modify the original planfrom 2012, the City will be seeking input fromthe local community.FIND “THE OSCAR” atwww.oldottawasouth.caYasir Naqvi, MPPOttawa CentreHere to help you!The first open house was on Wednesday,Sept. 25, at Southminster UnitedChurch.For more information, please contact:Justin Swan, P.EngPlanning and Growth ManagementCity of Ottawa613-580-2424, ext. 21636E-mail: justin.swan@ottawa.caCommunity Office109 Catherine StreetOttawa ON K2P 0P4T: 613-722-6414 | F: 613-722-6703ynaqvi.mpp.co@liberal.ola.orgwww.yasirnaqvimpp.cafb facebook.com/yasirnaqvimpptw @yasir_naqvi

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 15URBAN THOUGHTSUrban AffectionsBy Janine DebannéIt is really quite amazing how theneighborhood of Old Ottawa Southcan embody the characteristics ofboth cottage country in the summermonths, and city life in fall andwinter. As Old Ottawa South easesinto autumn, and as routines resumeafter summer’s strolls, park play,and gardening efforts, the neighborhood’surban qualities become moreapparent. Sidewalks are animated bychildren walking to school in groups,and big yellow buses weave throughthe streets morning and afternoon.Carleton students queue in front ofHaven Books at the corner of Senecaand Sunnyside. There are morecars parked on Bronson Place, morebicycles, and all in all, more peopleon the street. As each householdattempts to balance schedules, theneighborhood’s advantages becomemore obvious since a person’s entireweekly routine can happen right here,between the bridges, from groceriesto bike and car repairs, exercise orhobby classes, personal grooming,entertainment, healthy living plans,and decadent delights. A person caneven walk into a video store here andrent a movie, in real space and time.And such completion and heterogeneityof uses are staples of “urbanity.”Far from signifying “noisy,crowded, un-green, paved-over anddirty,” urbanity is the outcome ofsocially activated built environments(including trees, gardens and landscapes)in which residents are visiblecitizens, present and real, for eachother.Ottawa’s urban form today owessome of its features to the famousbeautifying plan conceived by Parisianurban planner Jacques Gréber, amaster plan that removed the centralrailroad station and tracks (freightand passenger) from the downtown,implemented Ottawa’s picturesquenetwork of parkways, and surroundedthe Capital City with agreenbelt. Commenting on this planin 1967, planning consultant HansBlumenfeld wrote “the residents ofthe National Capital will have to doa lot of driving, but different fromthose in almost every other city, theywill be able to enjoy most of it, andwhen – and if – they get out of theircars, they can walk and rest (weatherpermitting) in beautiful surroundings.”(from “National Capital Plan:Glories and Miseries of a MasterPlan”, Journal of the Royal ArchitecturalInstitute of Canada, April 1967).In 1967, Old Ottawa South was ahumble working class suburb in comparisonwith the genteel suburbs thenin formation, and which the capitalplan was primarily addressing. In theethos of the time, appearing not tooffer any desirable advantages oversuburban life, neighborhoods likeOOS did not deserve notice in thegrander scheme of Ottawa’s masterplan. Ottawa struggles to achievean urban identity for these historicalreasons.With Ottawa’s growth and sprawl,however, OOS has become one of thecity’s prized “core” neighborhoods.Furthermore, as car traffic in Ottawacontinues to increase, becoming,it must be said, quite stressful andeven dangerous, neighborhoods likeOOS are now primed to realize theiradvantageous urbanity, from a qualityof life standpoint, and to take theirmeaningful place on a master planthat once overlooked them. We know,though, that due to its placementat the edge of the core -- and at thethreshold of the suburbs -- this neighborhoodis not an easy place for servicesand businesses to thrive. Larger“With Ottawa’sgrowth andsprawl, however,OOS has becomeone of the city’sprized “core”neighborhoods.”footprint suburban stores, reachableby car, pull customers away. Sinceparticipation in neighborhoods is anecessary component of their urbanity,it’s a good idea to take noticeof the services and businesses righthere at our doorstep, as we hone ourweekly fall routines.To be sure, one can’t say enoughgood things about the people whostaff the community facilities(Fire Hall, library, pool, rinks,parks) in Old Ottawa South.Our schools, civic amenities andplaces of worship are treasurednon-commercial layers of thisneighborhood. On the commercialside, to list but a few examples,there is grocery shopping atCedar’s, a kind of miracle smallgrocery store that has everything.This is a very good store Cto remember weekly, as well asMat Christmas time when otherYgrocery stores are packed. Andreally, who wasn’t charmed tosee the store bustling on Labour MYDay, when other grocery storesCYwere closed? There is the MayfairTheatre, a repertory cinemaCMYKthat often serves as a venue forcommunity events. There are bicycleand ski shops, barbers andhair salons, second-time aroundshops, furniture shops, a florist, acutting-edge sound system store,bakeries and a pie store (a neighbourraves about Life of Pie’schild-friendly beef stroganoff),artful wedding dresses, lovelychildren’s toys, self-care servicesand dentistry, service-minded carCMGMSOHouseGROscarNov13.pdf 1 6/2/13 9:37 PMmechanics, the OFC, a paint storeand a kitchen store which are Ottawainstitutions, and the list goes on. Howabout gift shopping at some of theneighborhood’s antique stores insteadof Home Sense? In the restaurantdepartment, a surprisingly affordablefamily lunch can be had at Taylor’s,and memorable bean soup at theHavana Café. The neighborhoodpubs, welcoming to adults and sportsfans, also provide a nice Friday nightbreak option for family dinner. Thereare the Italian treats at Stella Lunaas well as the oft’ overlooked butexcellent gelato, baklava and petitsfours of Malak Pastry, located atBank and Cameron. And for veganeaters or persons wanting assistanceon their journey of healthy eating,there is Herbivore at the Door, at thecorner of Leonard and Hopewell,where raw delights and CandiceBernes’ nutritional wisdom providesaving nutrients to customers.Proximity to the suburbs and theconvenience of car access to them(depending on the time of day) is notthe only challenge to local businesses.No business more than video rentalmust contend with online shoppingmore directly: Tundra Video, locatedat the northeast corner of Senecaand Sunnyside, is one of Ottawa’slast film rental institutions. Whilethe very reasonable $30 monthlyfee for unlimited rentals is higherthan a Netflix subscription, Tundraoffers friendly customer service anda wealth of film culture – includinginternational films, documentary, theentire Criterion series of influentialquality films from around the world,a large selection of family and childrenfilms -- and a physical space thatwelcomes patrons in the flesh. Theircollection is more current and farricher than Netflix’s and beyond this,Tundra Video is a gathering place tomeet and discuss films, or get informationabout the neighborhood. Theshop -- much more knowable than thedigital realm of a basement computerfrom a parent’s perspective – alsooffers a safe environment in which tosend a tween or teen to select screenmaterial. The owners, sensitive totheir proximity to Hopewell School,do not carry any pornography in theircollection, and will even “call home”to check with parents when a youngperson wants to rent a mature movie.As dogs are allowed in, Tundra isalso a stop on many a dog walk.Sounds like a keeper! Naturally, thisvery positive “neighborhood builder,”like the other fine businessesalong and near our stretch of BankStreet, will only be there as long aswe support it. The owners would lovefor business to grow enough to be ina position to lower the monthly feewithout compromising the varietyof holdings, but more participationwould be needed. “This is a wonderfulneighbourhood and we hope tocontinue to be a part of the landscapeof Old Ottawa South,” adds co-ownerKaren Fairholm. A sentiment likelyshared by many business owners inthe area.Old Ottawa South has yet to fullyrealize its urbanity. As residents ofOOS, we can all play a part in thejourney that will get us there.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 17ABBOTSFORD AT THE GLEBE CENTREAbbotsford Fall Programs: Create, Relax, StimulateBy Julie IretonEveryone has a story to tell. Butnot everyone knows just how to putpen to paper in order to share thosestories.“I wrote a very brief memoir of myfirst seven years. It’s about living onthe farm. I thought it would be nicefor my nephews and nieces,” saidAnne LeDressay.This fall, LeDressay will get achance to tell others about the verypersonal writing process when sheteaches others at Abbotsford how toput memories into print.As part of its new, fall program, thesenior’s centre across from LansdownePark will be offering a coursein ‘Writing Memoirs’. Whetheryou’re already writing, or just thinkingabout it, this course is a fun wayto learn and to meet other aspiringwriters.LeDressay is a former Englishliterature professor who spent yearsteaching in Alberta. She now callsthe Glebe home and starting inSeptember, LeDressay will deliverthis course through a combination oflecture, discussion, in-class and athomewriting.“The course will be quite general.I can adapt to whatever level andexperience,” said LeDressay. “Somewill just need reminders, for othersit will be new. They can all benefitfrom other people in a group doingthe same thing.”LeDressay says she hopes to encouragecourse participants to readsegments of their writing to the entiregroup and receive feedback.“When writing something personalit can be difficult to be objective.We’ll talk about a lot of writingtechniques that are also applicablein writing fiction, but I want them toknow the difference,” she said.‘Writing Memoirs’ isn’t the onlynew course in Abbotsford’s fall lineup.There will be courses to stimulatethe creative side, exercise the bodyand relax the mind.People looking to pick up someunique relaxation techniques, shouldexplore ‘Relaxation with Clay’ withart therapist, Vera Van Mierlo. VanMierlo brings her technique andtraining from her original home inBelgium.“Working with clay can helppeople feel better”, explained VanMierlo. “Our therapy is about usingproperties to have a positive experience…the use of clay helps deepenthe experience and make the relaxationmore intense.”Van Mierlo says as the participantshold and mold the clay throughoutthe class and they end up with a tangibleresult they can take home.Creative, energetic seniors visitingAbbotsford this fall may alsowant to check out the new, ‘PropellerDance’ classes. This artful dance isfor people with different abilities –including those with mobility issues,balance problems or even those inwheelchairs.“I’ve been paralyzed for a longtime. I was in a motorcycle accidentwhen I was 18,” said Liz Winkelaar,the propeller dance instructor. “Ifound a poster for Propeller Dance,I thought I should do something formy body and I threw myself into it.”It’s an improvisational style ofdance. Winkelaar says she’s askingseniors at Abbotsford House to beopen to the idea.“It’s different from what they areused to. It’s less structured and moreabout self-awareness, creative movementsand exercises we do to helpbuild skills.”Stop by Abbotsford, 950 BankStreet and pick up a fall programguide which lists the times, datesand costs of all of the programmingincluding those highlighted in thisarticle, or call reception at 613-230-5730. The program guide can also bepicked up at Sunnyside Library.SURROUND CIRCLE YOGAYoga and a Whole Lot More at Surround Circle Yoga!By Maureen FallisSeven years ago Surround CircleYoga was merely a dream. It tookmonths and many long nights planningand imagining how it wouldall come together. The studio wasdivined, designed and developed inone of the most beautiful rooms inSouthminster United Church with theintention of making it a sacred spacefor Old Ottawa South neighbours andfriends to come together to practiceyoga and share in the pattern of life.We initially started with three yogaclasses and have since grown to overten classes a week! The classes andprograms are more diversified now.In addition to our popular ‘everyday’gentle yoga classes… we are proudto have nurtured a niche with RestorativeYoga, Yoga 55+, Yoga Thrive- Therapeutic Yoga, Private IntroductoryYoga and Private Yoga Parties.It’s been such a delight to cultivatepartnerships with professionalpractitioners who share our visionfor creating a place and a space fordeep inner physical and emotionalwork. We welcome the opportunity toextend our gratitude to these partnerswho bring their brilliance to thestudio with programs such as: Acu-Destress, Ecstatic Dance, Qigong,Mindfulness, and Creative Spirit -Inner Journey.This fall we are fortunate to makeconnections and collaborate with …Cindy Teevens, a celebrated localauthor and leading inner peace andhappiness facilitator. We welcomethe opportunity to host The 2013Joy of Awakening all-day retreat onSaturday, October 5th where Cindywill help people shift their state andpermanently transform their lives,from the inside out.Kati Gabor, founder of The StartChild Puppets, will share a magicaland heartwarming world of puppetrywith children and adults throughpresentations of seasonal plays andworkshops. The beauty of naturalwool and silk, of gestures and toneof voice, used in creating the atmosphereof gentleness and nurturing,opens the door of the soul to take innourishment from an artistic experience.The mystery of this exchangebecomes the focus of not onlyperformances but also workshopsoffered in simple puppet making.By creating this soul bridge betweenparent and child, adults are beingsupported in their task of parenting.Kati will present her first showat the beginning of October for 2-5year old children, and then will offera seasonal play later that month accompaniedby another member of thegroup. The whole troupe of The StarChild Puppets will present a puppetshow at the studio around the holidays.Plans are also in the works fora series of workshops throughout theschool year. Please watch for datesand times on our website.It’s ever so exciting to expand intoareas where we’ve never gone before;the scope is only as wide as theimagination! We are open for all sortsof collaborative ideas and we welcomeand encourage you, the reader,to let us know whether this kind ofprogramming is what you want fromus. If you have suggestions or knowof people in your circle of influenceNEW PATIENTS WELCOMEDr Pierre IsabelleDr Mathieu TremblayGLEBE DENTAL CENTREFIFTH AVENUE COURT-EVENING APPOINTMENTSOPEN MONDAY-FRIDAYFor appointments call 613-234-6405who might be interested in joining usas a facilitator or practitioner … wewould be very happy with a referral.To find out more about our private,group classes, or special events andworkshops, please see www.surroundcircleyoga.comor call 613-327-4627.BrokerageNew Listing: Centretown Single3 Bed 1.5 Bath Open ConceptGlebe Comm / Res PropertyTraditional Main Street Zoning3 Story + Basement ~8000 sq-ftDan Moloughney, B.Eng.Broker of Record613.233.2323www.OttawaUrbanRealty.com

Page 18THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013TUNDRA REVIEWBy Chris WhiteheadFinally, the fall is here - not the fallof civilization unfortunately (I feelthat all my gaming experience - especiallythe hundreds of hours spentplaying Fallout 3 - means I woulddo well in a violent post-apocalypticfuture) - rather, it’s that time of yearwhere, after months of stewing fromStar Trek: Into Darknessthe heat, my brain starts workingfluidly again and I become marginallyless grumpy... and my cynicismand sarcasm become significantlysharper. It’s also when almost everyTV series made in the last year getsreleased, so if there’s a show you’vebeen waiting for, just relax, it’ll beout sometime in the next few months(or MARCH - that’s when Gameof Thrones, season 3 will probablybe released). Just to throw outa few titles, I wrote these reviewsafter adding the following pile ofTV series to the store’s ever evolvingcollection: Revolution, season 1;Homeland, season 2; Luther, series3; Da Vinci’s Demons, season 1; TheBorgias, season 3; Spartacus: War ofthe Damned; and Big Bang Theory,season 6. That’s just the start, we’llbe getting an average of four seriesa week until the end of November.Of course, I’m not reviewing anyof those here - so many TV showscome out that I won’t finish watchingthem until February - but I havemanaged to squeeze in a few moviesbetween my episode binges. Who canreally just watch one episode withoutstarting the next one. So here be myreviews - and please remember tosupport your local movie rental store(Tundra) by getting your TV series ormovie fix from us: your local purveyorsof popular culture addictiveness.Pain & Gain - I generally encourageanyone to avoid absolutelyanything by Michael Bay, the cinematicallyinept director that broughtus the absolutely disposable Transformermovies, a pile of pointlessblockbusters (The Rock, Armageddon,Bad Boys 1 and 2), and variousother mindless and poorly craftedcinematic atrocities (although TheIsland was interesting). There is,however, an exception to every rule.This movie was... just... really damngood. Bizarre, hilarious, with abovepar performances from all its leads,this based-on-actual-events movie isabsolutely engrossing from beginningto end. It’s the story that drives theentire film - a story that proves theold adage that truth is stranger thanfiction. This is a film that will haveyou shaking your head at the absurdityof the human condition, and if ithad come out of France, arthouse fanaticswould be going on about howbrilliant and meaningful it is. Worthwatching, never boring, and not yourtypical Hollywood fare, this filmwas an enjoyable change of pace andpossessed an unpredictability thatarises from its non-formulaic story.It should go without saying: this filmis not suitable for children - which isprobably what made it good.Star Trek: Into Darkness - Thebest summer blockbuster I’ve seen inyears. I am stunned by how good ajob JJ Abrams has done re-energizingthe Star Trek franchise, offeringsomething completely new while atthe exact same time, paying continuoushomage to the original TV series.The film is more intelligent than theaverage summer release, but neverforgets that primarily the cinematicexperience is about entertainment- and damn if this film isn’t thoroughlyentertaining. With amazingspecial effects to support a wellcraftedstory, and a great balancingof characters (although I feel McCoycould have used more screen time),I was absorbed from beginning toend. Of course, by the end I yearnedfor a new Star Trek TV series, andthere doesn’t seem to be one on thehorizon, so I’ll have to make do withre-watching the various series (mostof which we conveniently have availableat Tundra!)Hammer of the Gods - I don’tknow what kind of crazy sprinklessome moron put on his wackadoodonut, but they must have been prettystrong to think that the script for thisstory was worth turning into an actualmovie. I guess when the producerswere told “it’s, you know, like,Apocalypse Now, but with, umm,Vikings”, the dude who’d eaten thedeep-fried ring of insanity, jumpedup and shouted “eureka”. This moviewas awful. Well, the scenery wasgorgeous, and the cinematographymade me want to move to Scotland.Other than that: nothing. The actingwas blah (although I don’t think itwas the fault of the director or actors- I think they all knew the script wasawful). The story was meanderingand tedious. The fight scenes wereactually embarrassing to watch (nobudget for choreography I suspect).The sad part is that on such a lowbudget they could have still made agood film: it was the script that wassmack-dab at the centre of this film’sdownfall. I wanted to like this film- I like most things with swordsand trekking across the countrysideon a quest - but by the fifteenminute mark I was already shreddingthe film in my head. If you’restill tempted to watch the film doso soon, because this movie is notmaking it into our long-term collection.Olympus Has Fallen - Okay,I know this film is stupid, but Iloved every bullet-through-theskull-of-an-evil-North-Koreanterroristsecond of this insanely(and inanely) violent action film.The premise is so over-the-top thateverything that happens seems fine,because the absurd starting pointcan never really be trumped, so it’seasy to just sit back and enjoy theblood-soaked ride. This is a film thatharkens back to the action-hero filmsof the ‘80s and ‘90s, which I haveto admit I sort of prefer to the superheromovies of today. The idea that ahighly trained individual is capableof super-human feats is somehowmore interesting (inspiring even) thanthe idea that someone needs a superability(or vast amounts of wealth...perhaps the Batman and Iron Mancharacters are actually about convincingus that not all the one-percentersare evil) in order to stand up againstwrong-doers. There’s an interestingsubtext there that someone should explorein a Master’s Thesis... not me,though, I’m too simple-minded. Backto topic: this movie is great weekendfare, mindless excessive violencefrom beginning to end and lots of funto watch.The Colony - As a fan of anythingpost-apocalyptic (I imagine sucha future to be very quiet for somereason) I was eagerly awaiting therelease of this entry into the genre.Of course, as with almost everythingin life that I’ve ever been eagerabout, I was brutally and crushinglydisappointed. Bored. I was flat outbored by this film, such that I endedup wandering away around the halfwaypoint to do some dishes. It’s apseudo-horror film set in a frozenwasteland (so, good setting) populatedby entirely one-dimensional characterswho seem to overwhelminglylack anything remotely like commonsense.The pop-psychology at thecentre of the story could be re-writtenby any ingrate who’s watched morethan a season of Criminal Minds. Thestory that unfolds is overly simplisticand yet, strangely, doesn’t reallymake sense. Oh, it’s straightforwardenough, but it’s more a problemof “Wait, why are they doing that,that’s the dumbest thing they coulddo...” This is a problem common tothe horror genre. This movie wasa disappointing waste of time. Thepremise is interesting enough (andI’d actually like to see a TV seriesset in a similar world - albeit writtenby people who progressed beyonda first-year psychology course), buteverything is downhill from there.Skip it.As always, these films areall available for rent at Tundra(located at 435 Sunnyside Ave) aseither single-item rentals or partof our unlimited movie-watchingmemberships, so rent local andsupport small business. We also havean ongoing sale of buy 2 used DVDsget a third free, so feel free to comeby and peruse the movies we’ve gotfor sale.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 19CLAMBAKEThirty-Fifth Annual Brighton Avenue ClambakeBy Gabriela M. AlbarracinFrom 7 to 10 pm, the bonfire was goingstrong at one end of the park, andat the other side of the park, stargazersenjoyed the clear night. Kids, andnot-so-kids anymore, were runningaround wearing their glow in thedark necklaces. Before all this, it wasa fun evening of gathering, “clamming”(shucking and eating clams)and catching-up with old and newneighbours. Salads, baked beans anddesserts were delightful!Thanks to all the organizers andparticipants as this year’s clambakewas yet another success.PHOTOS BY TOM ALFÖLDIClams are prepared and quickly consumed.Audience participation in a kids’ sing-along.TAKECAREOF THESPINEYOUHAVE.GLEBEchiropractic clinic +massage therapy centrenew patients welcomebook your next massagewith us online!99 Fifth Ave., Suite 7, Ottawa(inside Fifth Avenue Court)613.237.9000www.glebechiropractic.comwww.glebemassage.comEverybody helps out in the preparations.Ottawa Valley Weavers’and Spinners’ GuildExhibition and SaleNov. 1, 2, 3, 2013Fri. 4-8, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4Glebe Community Centre175 Third Avenue, Ottawawww.ovwsg.com

Page 20THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013May Court Hospice of Ottawa: Past, Present and FutureBy Ashwin Shingadia“The May Court Club Building.May Court ClubThe name May Court is tracedto the wife of a Governor General,Lady Aberdeen, the founder of thefirst women’s service club in Canada(1898). While celebrating May Day,she urged 100 women in Ottawa touse their resources to help those lessfortunate than themselves. GovernorsGenerals’ wives or the GovernorsGeneral are patrons of the Clubever since. She also established theGeneral and family dentistrytaking care ofyour teeth”Dental emergencies, hygiene service,restorative fillings, crowns, bridgesDentures : complete, partial, on implant.Repairs and reline.Service in English et en Français !Victorian Order of Nurses (1897)and the National Council of Women(1893). Thus began the partnershipamong May Court Club members,who volunteered, raised money andoversaw the delivery of health orsocial services. Some 14 Clubs wereestablished. Their activities includedhelping soldiers’ families, operatingan anti-tuberculosis dispensary, a literacyprogram, a library for patients,and hospices.The Club helped finance a host ofprojects over the years, some seen asDr. Hugues Boivin, General and Family DentistryMr. Nicholas Fournier, Denturist2197 Riverside Drive, Suite 105Ottawa, ON K1H 7X3(613) 731-6789www.drboivin.comdrboivin@drboivin.comMay Court volunteers Bob Legawski and Craig Turner.precursor to the hospice. In 1916, theDuchess of Devonshire opened thefirst May Court convalescent homeat 199 O’Connor Street. It was usedas an emergency hospital during theinfluenza epidemic of 1918. In 1920,Sir George and Lady Perley (twicePresident of the Club) donated a largehome and property at 270 CooperStreet to be used as a combination ofConvalescent and Club rooms. Theconvalescent home turned its attentionto women patients. In 1959, theMay Court Club purchased a newproperty for the home, at 114 CameronAvenue. The Club building wasinaugurated by Madame Vanier in1961 and the architect, W.E. Fawcettproposed that a 41-bed home beadded to the back of the building. By1962, some $225,215 was raised andwith the help of a bequest, the debtwas paid off in 1964. In 1979, thecommittee included palliative careservices for the terminally ill, providedfunding for a ward at RiversideHospital and purchased IntervalHouse for abused women. For a historysee, “The May Court Club – Onehundred years of community service”by Edwinna von Baeyer: May CourtClub, 1999.May Court Hospice of OttawaThe Hospice had its origins at theAll Saints Anglican Church in SandyHill in 1987. The Club invited thehospice to move onto its propertyon Cameron Street for a nominalrent. As the numbers of patients hadgrown, day hospice and family supporthad been added to home supportand residential care, serving some600 individuals annually. A nine-bedresidential wing was opened in 2001.A needs assessment study by ProfessorJose Pereira of University ofOttawa estimated a need of 80 bedsfor Ottawa. Elizabeth Bruyère alsoprovides some palliative care beds.The Hospice is managed by aBoard of Directors, an ExecutiveDirector and a staff of 25, whichinclude qualified doctors and nurses.But much of the work is done bysome 500 volunteers, who gave50,000 hours in 2012. Ali Black,Coordinator of Voluntary Services(with Miriam Lavoie), described twokinds of work - working directly withclients and support services. Directwork includes looking after clientsin residence, home support, dayprogram, transport, telephone, griefwalk and complementary therapies.Support work includes reception,administration, maintenance, flowerarrangement, special projects andfundraising. An orientation course isgiven to all volunteers.Who are the volunteers? They haveContinued on to page 21Direct billing to insurance companiesRosemary Timlin, at the reception desk.ALL PHOTOS BY ASHWIN SHINGADIA

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 21Continued from page 20a broad range of backgrounds, variedmotivations and come from theneighbourhood or from afar.Rosemary Timlin, at the receptiondesk, is a member of the MayCourt Club and works every dayof the week to 3 p.m. She has beenvolunteering over 8 years. Her sister,Mary Francis was President of MayCourt Club. Elizabeth Jolliffe, whoworks on database, word processingand reception, nine hours per week,is a retired correctional officer andhas been volunteering for nine years.“I am just happy being a volunteer”she said. Tracy Arnett, owner of areal estate firm, a resident of OldOttawa South, has been volunteeringfor three years feeding patients inpalliative care. The help given to herfather-in-law in the Brockville MayCourt Hospice motivated her to volunteer.She is a Director of the MayCourt Board, sponsors the “Hike forHospice”, and “Movie at Mayfair”.Deirdre McQuillan, recently retiredOSCA Executive Director, likesgardening and this is her first year ofvolunteering. Carol Michaelis, wholikes flower arranging, comes all theway from Stittsville, and has beenvolunteer for over three years. “Thisis a beautiful place to work” shesaid, and “other volunteers are nice”Her special project was painting thehallways, cloakrooms and residents’rooms with Bob Legawski and CraigTurner who work on maintenance.Both men live in the neighbourhoodand have been volunteering for overseven years. They like having “somethingto do”. They built a gardenshed, fixed closets for art – “whateverneeds to be done”. Craig beganas receptionist! There is flexibility.OSCA Web/ITChair and EditorGwen Gall andthe May CourtHospiceBy Brendan McCoyGwen Gall, long-time OSCA WebEditor, OSCA Board Memberand local activist was recently aresident at the May Court Hospice.It was typical of Gwen thatshe consented to an article onlyto publicize the great work ofthe Hospice. Gwen’s own longstruggle in the face of illness wasnot to be the focus.Sitting in a light-filled roomoverlooking flowering gardens,Gwen, lucid and friendly as ever,began our talk by telling me aboutthe great care she was receiving.She spoke of the well-run facility,the professional staff, and thehundreds of volunteers that makePeople can do two or three differentjobs. It is fun. There is no pressureand volunteers are appreciated.Future expansionThe May Court Hospice is now apart of Hospice Care Ottawa, whichleased 8 beds at Embassy West onCarling this year, and also boughtthe Trinity Presbyterian Church inKanata for $1.4 million. The formerchurch will be renamed the ‘Mc-Curdy Hospice’, and transformedinto a 10-bed residential and dayhospice. Some $6 million are neededto make it serviceable.Gwen at the Hospice with her friend and OSCA colleague Kathy Krywicki.PHOTO BY GREG REILLYMay Court such a wonderfulplace.With her husband Greg, andCarlaine, one of her sisters, sittingby her, Gwen said she wanted toput on the record the benefits ofthe Hospice: “It is much betterthan a hospital” she said “It is likea home, and has an atmosphere ofquiet and peace”.Gwen’s sister concurred andsaid she was very impressed bythe cooks and the food, includingfresh breakfasts and the manymeal options including a Thaicoconutsoup.This facility is just down mystreet, but it was the first time Ihad ever been inside. On my wayout, I admired the library, stoppedin the lounge and walked out intothe garden overlooking the riverwhere a local cat was sunningitself. It is an important facilityindeed.Gwen passed away at theHospice on September 16th.Register now!Save $10 byregisteringonline!Tuion:Adults: $180.00Seniors (65+): $140.00Students (14+): $140.00For program details, registraon informaon, andonline registraon, visit us atwww.minimed.uoawa.cawww.minimed.uoawa.ca(613) 761‐4480 ext. 2‘Defeating Cancer: Progress in theManagement of Cancer in 2013’The University of Oawa, Office of Connuing Medical Educaon is pleasedto offer its Fall 2013 program. This is a unique 6‐week series of innovaveand informave lectures on modern and progressive cancer‐related topicsdelivered by University of Oawa faculty.Thursday evenings from 7:00‐9:00pmOctober 24 to November 28, 2013*Week 2 Lecture will be held on Monday, October 28The Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus, Amphitheatre1053 Carling Avenue, Ottawa ONFollow us on Twier! @CME_uOawa

Page 22THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013TRAVELThe Art of TravelBy Carole GobeilTravel and adventure seem to bemy middle names. So much thatI decided to make it not only mypassion, but also, my career. I, likemany, love learning, but I just did nothave the patience to sit in a traditionalclassroom for very long, as Iknew somewhere in my heart, I hada whole planet to discover, my ownway. I had a thirst for knowledge.It all started in high school in 1973,yes, many moons ago. In grade 11high school, I toured parts of Franceand was chosen to participate in astudent exchange program in NewBrunswick that same year. Thosewere my first culinary exposures tobaguette and lobster!I have to admit, it was my Englishteacher who influenced my directionin life. Mr. Pereira was from India.He was probably the only non-caucasianperson in my village (in northernOntario). He would talk about someof his country’s customs. Now, imaginemy fascination and awe the dayhe shared his joy of eating chocolatecoated ants! I was hooked! There wasa world out there waiting for me todiscover. And that was the beginningof many great travel adventures forme. Since then, I have travelled to allseven continents, and still feel I haveMay not be exactly as shown. www.cochranephoto.comFabulous fall...Soft supple leathers,cozy cashmere and comfyknits, in the patterns andcolours you love.All of your fall fashionfavourites are here now.www.theclothessecret.comMon. - Wed.: 10 - 5:30 • Thurs. & Fri.: 10 - 7 • Sat.: 10 - 5 • Sun.: 12 - 4613-730-9039 1136 Bank Street (1 1/2 blocks south of Sunnyside) Ottawa ON K1S 3X6so much to learn and experience.I love meeting people, hearingtheir music, moving to their dances,tasting their dishes, understandingtheir customs and beliefs. Whatmakes them tick. Musical momentswere always a pleasant and delightfulexperience for me. I love music andhow it moves me.Besides my interest in diving into aworld of people, my other fascinationis the beauty of our natural world.How humans connect with animals. Ioften feel so honoured, humbled andfortunate to see with my own eyessome of these beautiful, pristine partsof our planet. The Canadian Arctic ison top of that list.There is an art to travelling, and Iadd these teachings to my consultingservices. But most importantly, Inot only preach them, but diligentlypractice what I teach and believe in.It’s about having an open mind andan open heart. Embracing the differencesand similarities and how it allworks in harmony.I will be sharing my last fouradventures through the travel talkseries at the Ottawa Public Librariesthis fall. Having lived in Old OttawaSouth now for over 8 years, I thoughtit would be fun to also do these at theSunnyside library branch, in my ownbackyard. I look forward to meetingnew people from my own neighbourhoodat these travel talks. Here arethe dates and destinations:Tuesday, October 8th, 18h30: Iwill be sharing my last two trips tothe Arctic. I ventured into the NorthWest Passage on an expedition shiplast August; we saw 25 polar bears,belugas and many muskox in thelatter part of this voyage. It was anamazing trip! I will also talk aboutmy ‘Polar Bear Migration’ stay in asecluded Inuit camp along the shoresof Hudson Bay, near Arviat, lastOctober.Tuesday, October 22nd, 18h30:Sub Antarctica will be on the agenda,but more precisely my expedition tothe magical island called South Georgia.It is known as the Galapagos ofAntarctica. It was far and deep to getthere, but very much worth everyminute. It is the land of the KingPenguin!Tuesday, November 12th, 18h30:I will bring you to Tanzania. I willshare how much I enjoyed doing thissafari during, yes...the rainy season.Till then, à bientôt.PHOTOS BY CAROLE GOBEILGREAT NEWSAT YOUR LOCAL TD !Your community TD branch is getting adedicated Small Business Advisor.Please join us for an open house at 1158Bank St. on Thurs Oct 17 from 11-2,and help us welcome Jamie Law,the newest member of team Bank & Glenand your new Small Business Advisor.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 23SECOND THOUGHTSThe Right QuestionBy Richard OstrofskyMy theme here is the nature ofknowledge, and what it means toknow something. I am going to arguethat knowledge is only secondarily amatter of knowing how to do something,or to make true statementsabout it. Primary knowledge isalready present in the right question,the question that can be answered ina useful and illuminating way. Ourschools are too preoccupied withthe teaching of important skills andcorrect beliefs to teach the trait ofcuriosity – a precondition, really, forwhat schools have to offer. Because,unless and until you are alreadypuzzled about something – curiousabout what it is, and where it comesfrom – school is not where you wantto be. You’d rather play ball, or gofishing, or bump around the shoppingmall. School learning becomes justa tedious, humiliating chore, not thesource of pride and excitement that itneeds to be before real learning canoccur.To grasp the import of the rightquestion, one must understand whathappens with the wrong question, orno question at all. Without some puzzlingquestion, tacit or explicit, thereis no attention: no looking at, listeningto, or thinking about a matter athand. The mind dwells elsewhere, onan immediate task to complete, questionto answer, or problem to solve. Itavoids more fundamental questionslike why we are doing this at all andwhat we really want from the jobwhen we have finished it. Nothingwrong with this, except that its priceis a narrowing of attention – like theeffect of blinkers on a horse.In general, it is curiosity andquestioning that set the horizons ofawareness. It is only when I wonderwhat the weather is like, or hear astartling noise in the street that I golook out the window. It’s only whenI want additional knowledge aboutsomething that I Google it, or lookit up on Wikipedia. As suggested inthat old myth of Eve and the Serpentand the Forbidden Apple, even carnalknowledge stems first from carnalcuriosity. Before their curiosity, thatfirst couple did not so much as noticethat they were naked. Even today, atthose camps where everyone goeswithout clothing, nudity is just takenfor granted. People see each other’sbodies, of course, but nobody reallylooks.Badly framed questions are misleading,inviting us to satisfy ourcuriosity with mistaken or unhelpfulanswers, or causing us to seek foranswers where they cannot be found.Ignorantly framed ones limit the possibleanswers until better questionscan be formulated. When people firstlooked at the sky, they saw the sunand moon ride across the sky, andwondered who made them go. Whenpeople first tried to understand lightningand thunder, they asked why thegods were angry. When 18th centurychemists watched things burn, theysaw them losing weight by giving off‘phlogiston.’ When the first peoplesof the Americas saw the Spaniardsarriving with their horses and magicalweapons in their huge, mysterious‘canoes,’ they wondered first whatthese gods wanted from them. It wasonly as people learned to ask betterquestions, that better answers becameavailable.The general idea is that someamount of experience, speculationand reflection is contained in a questionitself, before any answers aregiven. A demonstration is given inthe Meno, one of Plato’s dialogues,where Socrates teaches geometry toa slave boy by asking him questionsabout squares and triangles. Plato’s“Education is alsoabout focused curiosity,encouragementto question, and theart of questioning –about the differencebetween a good questionand a poor one.”conclusion was that this knowledgewas somehow innate in the boy’ssoul. The modern alternative wouldbe that Socrates communicated someknowledge of geometry to the boyby leading his attention with cleverlychosen questions.It is in this way that philosophy canbe said to ‘make progress’ by shiftingand sharpening the questions that itlearns to ask – even when it can giveno definitive answers. These days,the questions that have clear answersbelong to mathematics or to empiricalscience, not to philosophy proper.And the positivists were wrong toargue that asking questions for whichclear answers were in principle notavailable is just an idle game. Notso at all! Its point is to draw out theimplications of existing concepts,and develop new ones: to see wherethese ideas take us and where theybecome incoherent. In doing this,the concepts themselves are refined;and can then be used to ask betterquestions for which clear answersmay be available. In many cases, allthe public knowledge there can beabout some vexed questions is in thestructure of concern and argumentaround it.Once we perceive that a wellframedquestion already containscrucial knowledge of some matter,we can see that education is onlypartly about the transmission of basicskills (starting, as from ancient times,with reading, writing and ‘rithmetic)and then about the best answer-statementsfound to date. Education isalso about focused curiosity, encouragementto question, and the art ofquestioning – about the differencebetween a good question and a poorone. Its alumni should feel not onlypermitted but invited to explore theareas of collective human ignorance,and to frame their own questions inthose areas. They should understandthe processes of experimentation andobservation, and research in general,as the systematic and persistent askingof well-framed questions. Theyshould admire the men and womenwho asked such questions as cultureheroes and heroines who challengedconventional wisdom in the past.They should be encouraged andpraised as they learn to interrogateintelligently the dubious conventionalwisdom of our own times.In particular, along with scienceitself, students should learn somethingof the history of science –especially about the puzzles and gapsthat preceded great scientific revolutions,with emphasis on the questionsthat were being asked, the factionsin play, and the basis of theirrespective intellectual loyalties.Excessive emphasis just on thetheories and methods ultimatelyfound – discourages the askingof original questions, in scienceand everywhere else.We know a tremendousamount by now, and it may seemto a young student that there areno really basic questions left toask. We are even beginning tounderstand how human mindsemerge in the functioning of humanbrains and bodies, thoughthere is still tremendous resistancein society at large to theanswers we have been finding.But there are plenty of questionsleft to ask, and I will closethis piece by mentioning threeareas where the most radicalquestioning is still appropriateand needed. To begin with, ourfundamental physics is a mess.It may well be that it remainsso because physicists (despitequantum mechanics and generalrelativity) are still askingquestions more appropriate to interactionsat the middle scale of Naturethan to the immensely large or thevery small. Second, though we havelearned much about embryonic development,there are still fundamentalquestions to ask about the controlledgrowth of a complex, multicellularorganism from a single cell, thefertilized ovum. The cell itself is anappallingly complex and versatile entity,and much about it is still poorlyunderstood. What life really is, wedo not yet know. Last, and mosturgently, how can we arrange for thetranquil, competent governance of aglobal economy and society? Howcan we build the public trust andpolitical responsibility that are soobviously needed? Answers to theseand other fundamental questions willbe found only when we have learnedto ask them in the right way.Richard Ostrofsky’s SecondThoughts bookstore was a hub ofconversation and contemplation inOld Ottawa South for many years. Hecontinues to contribute to the OS-CAR from afar and would welcomefeedback or conversation about hisarticles at reostrofsky@gmail.com.Further essays and ruminations canbe found at www.secthoughts.com.Our annual TREE OF LIFEfundraiser is running untilOctober 11 th . We will be raisingdonations for the Cancer Centerat The Ottawa Hospital. Donateand watch our tree grow!Join us in the Beauty BoutiqueSaturday, October 5 th for our StilaCosmetics Master Class. Focusing on10 min makeup applications! 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Page 24THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013BOOK REVIEWBrothers at War: A New Novel by OOS Author Don CummerReviewed by Patty DelineDon Cummer’s new book, Brothersat War, is a winner on several scores.He recounts a compelling tale aboutthe dynamic friendship between twoboys from very differentbackgrounds whofind themselvesPHOTO BYROMAN ROMANOVICHthrown together on the eve of theWar of 1812. This is the story thatwill most capture the imagination ofyounger readers. However, the politicalgoings on in Upper Canada andthe town of Newark (now Niagaraon-the-Lake)where it is set, makesequally compelling reading foradults.The story is told by Jacob, the sonof a merchant, “a towner”, in thesocial divisions of Newark. Untilthe arrival of the McCabe familyfrom the new country across LakeOntario, the United States of America,the other class was “the dockers”,or longshoremen who loadedand unloaded the cargo from York(Toronto). But Mr. McCabe runs atannery, an extremely smelly operation,outside of the town. So he andhis family, a class of their own, areteased and scorned.Yet, in this satisfying read, JacobGibson becomes fast friends withEli McCabe, even “Blood Brothers”as they are drawn together in oppositionto two mean-spirited townboys who torment them. The earlychapters convey the ends to whichthese rascals will go and the havocthat follows. In one instance, Jacobnearly drowns. He is saved by Eli, histrusty dog Ginger and, of all people,General Brock, the Governor of theprovince of Upper Canadaand General of FortGeorge, which sitsat the mouth ofthe NiagaraRiver, protectingNewarkfromtheAmericansoldierson theother side.Later excitingevents turnon this contact withGeneral Brock .Then came the “Urine Wars”.Urine is used to tan hides, so is collectedby Mr. McCabe in jugs fromfarmers. The ‘bad boys’ pour urineall over the steps of important buildingsin town one hot summer day.As they planned, Eli is blamed. It allworks out for the best, but imaginea 10 year-old reading this chapter!And there is much learning in thechapter, about the tanning process,but more importantly, that Jacob’smother has died along with a baby.Jacob reads her tombstone, and findsthere are three more dead children’snames there. Much to ponder fora young reader, but told with suchelegance that an adult will not bedisappointed.Another thread in the story involvesthe fact that Eli’s father“ain’t swore allegiance,” as the boysays and whether the family will bedeported south if he doesn’t. This isa great worry to both boys, and is ahot point of local debate. In fact, itleads to a rift between the two boys.Jacob’s father had fought with theBritish against the American colonistswho wanted to create a separatecountry. Eli’s father fought on theother side: “‘A Tory?’...(cries Eli).‘Them was traitirs (sic) what foughtagainst Liberty.’” Jacob is confusedby Eli’s passionate outburst. Theseideas are new to him. He talks tohis father about loyalty and the war(1776). Mr. Gibson is reluctant todiscuss details Jacob has overheardin after-dinner talk among the men,making it clear he did not like war.These are heady ideas to present toa young reader, yet the details ofthe story will continue to captivateeveryone.Politics and the election of 1812form another strong theme in thebook. General Brock dissolves theAssembly in June and calls a snapelection. He wants a mandate toprepare for what he sees as a comingwar with the Americans. Joe Willcocks(a real person) is the sittingmember and Abraham Ecker, olderbrother of one of the bullies, runs forthe Tories. Jacob’s father supportsMr. Willcocks, as does Jacob. Thebullies try to convince Jacob to jointhem. When he refuses, they try topersuade him to spy for them on Mr.Willcocks. They use a nasty tacticthat I will not reveal. Thus beginsa very dirty election with tricksthat will perhaps shock the modernreader, such as setting the pollingtime such that distant voters couldnot make it, and so on. But youngreaders will discover as well thatonly men could vote, and then only ifthey owned property. This could leadto some interesting classroom debate.The book also touches in placeson Aboriginal themes. Jacob wears amedicine pouch which was given tohis father by some native friends hegrew up with. And towards the end,Mr. Gibson and Mr. Willcocks areapproached by General Brock to helpget the support of the Grand RiverIroquois, which Gibson explains toBrock “are not British subjects....They are a nation. You must negotiate.”A deal is struck, thanks toJacob, for the three of them to headoff to undertake this secret task.And so ends this terrifically interestingand well-written book, June1812, days before the Americans attacked!I can hardly wait for numbertwo, which is sure to come. We can’tbe left in such suspense!Brothers at War will be released onOctober 3rd at the Georgetown Pub,from 7 to 9 pm. Kaleidoscope Bookswill be on hand with copies andauthor Don Cummer will be thereto talk about the book, and to signcopies.To place your ad here,contact Gayleoscarads@ottawasouth.ca

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 25KALEIDOSCOPE KIDS’ BOOKSFall Book Events – Like Leaves Falling From the Trees!By Karen Fuller,Kaleidoscope Kids’ BooksSchool’s in, new books have startingcoming out – it’s a wonderfultime for a bookstore! Why not take abreak from your worksheets, projectsand dioramas and meet some greatauthors who’d love to take you awayon the wings of imagination? Theview’s pretty good from up here…Perhaps you’ve attended the OttawaKid’s Lit Gala in past years ona week night at Ben Franklin Placein the west end of town. This year,things have been changed up a bit:the event will take place on SaturdayOctober 19th from 2-4 p.m. atthe Greenboro Branch of the OttawaPublic Library. Each year, theChildren’s Literature Roundtable andthe Ottawa Public Library present theGala to showcase the recent work oflocal kids’ and teen literature authorsand illustrators.Besides meeting a long list of greatlocal writers, there will also be rovingperformers, a family craft stationand scheduled drawing and writingworkshops. Local favourites willinclude Alan Neal, Charles De Lint,Von Allan, Eric Péladeau, Kevin Bolger,Ben Hodson, and Jan Andrews.With this great event even closer tothe ‘hood, why not check it out? Fulldetails on the event and the authorlineup are available on the OPLwebsite (http://biblioottawalibrary.ca– look at their events calendar).Lemony Snicket is coming to Ottawa!While a few lucky schools willget to enjoy a daytime visit with theauthor behind A Series of UnfortunateEvents, everyone is welcometo attend an evening featuring thismysterious character to discover thelatest book in his new All the WrongQuestions series. Fans will be gatheringon Tuesday, November 12th at7 p.m. at the Nepean Centrepointebranch of the Ottawa Public Library.We’re super-psyched to be teamingup with the Ottawa Public Library’s(OPL) Teen Author Fest once again.Elizabeth Wein is a favourite here atthe KKB; we’re big fans of her multiaward-nominatednovel Code NameVerity. Rose Under Fire is the heavilyanticipated sequel – fans have twoopportunities to meet the authorand hear about her books: either atthe Sunnyside branch on Tuesday,September 24th at 7 p.m., or at theCarlingwood branch on Wednesday,September 25th at 1 p.m.In October, the OPL will be featuringauthor Paul Blackwell wherehe will present his suspenseful teenthriller Undercurrent. Paul and hisbooks will be at the St. Laurentbranch of the library on Tuesday,October 29th at 1 p.m.November is the next installmentof the OPL Teen Author Fest: TeresaToten will be showcasing her newnovel, The Unlikely Hero of Room13B which addresses the complex issueof teen mental health issueswith heart and humour.There are three opportunitiesto see Teresa – at theMetcalfe branch on Tuesday,November 12th at 2 p.m.; atthe Cumberland branch onWednesday November 13that 10 a.m.; or, at the Carlingwoodbranch of the libraryat 1 p.m. also on Wednesday,November 13th.Lauren Oliver is a NewYork times bestseller and awonderful spinner of tales.She will be reading from hernew book Requiem – the finalinstallment of her Deliriumtrilogy. Ms. Oliver willalso provide a sneak peek ather upcoming novel Panic(releasing winter 2014) onMonday, November 18th at7 p.m. at the Nepean Centrepointebranch.Eric Walters is a popularand prolific Canadian authorof fantastic teen fiction. Thisbest-seller will be readingfrom and answering questionsabout his moving newnovel Power Play. Eric willappear at the Alta Vistabranch on Friday, November29th at 1 p.m.Ottawa is awash in greatauthors this fall – such agreat opportunity to connectall of our readers with somefantastic writers. Here at KaleidoscopeKids’ Books, weplan to make the most of it.Listen to the BirdsAn introduction to classical music byAna Gerhard, illustrated by CeciliaVarelaBook talk by Hélène Merritt,Children’s Librarian at theSunnyside Branch, OPLThis short and charming introductionto classical music is new to theLibrary collection.There are 20 featured pieces fromCamille Saint Saens to Mozart toSchubert, each given a two-pagespread, each given a less than 2minute music selection on the accompanyingCD. Almost each pieceis selected according to its relation toa bird, be it the title, the suggestionof the instruments or the intention ofthe author.Each piece is accompanied by abrief retelling of the story. In theaccompanying listening guide at theend of the book, children have differentmusical instruments pointedout to them. There is also a sectiongiving a very brief biographical noteon each composer.A glossary of musical terms and atimeline of each composer round outthis introduction.The CD is delightful. 20 shortpieces, 20 chances to get to know adifferent composer and a differentorchestral instrument, all of thembirdlike, all of them enchanting.There is an awkward pause betweenThe Bird from Peter and theWolf, and Hens and Roosters fromthe Carnival of the Animals, but otherthan that, the recording is vivaciousand playful and easy to listen to.A charming introduction, wellthought out, well conceived, augmentedwith gentle and dreamywatercolour illustrations.

Page 26THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013IN THE GLEBESimply Unique: Ottawa Valley Weavers’ and Spinners’ GuildExhibition and SaleBy Nancy IngramFelted Fibre Art by Richard HannaPHOTO BY RICHARD HANNAThe annual exhibition and sale of theOttawa Valley Weavers’ and Spinners’Guild will again take place thefirst weekend in November at theGlebe Community Centre.In 1949, when the Weavers’ Guildwas formed, many of the foundingmembers resided in Old OttawaSouth. The focus of the Guildmembers was to weave useful itemsfor their homes and for themselves.Using cotton, linen or wool theywove tea towels, placemats, aprons,tablecloths and yardage for draperyand clothing.Today, the membership extendswell beyond the central part of thecity into all the surrounding areas andin 1986, the Guild added “spinners”St. Matthew’s ‘Raise High the Roof Auction’Features Art, Valuables and Vacation PropertiesPHOTO BY GORDON METCALFESt. Matthew’sTREASURESAUCTIONRaising money for a new roofand the Multifaith Housing InitiativeSATURDAY OCTOBER 2612:00 PM TO 5:00 PMTICKETS $15including wine, nibblies& entertainment.ST. MATTHEW’SANGLICAN CHURCH IN THE GLEBE130 GLEBE AVE.St. Matthew’s Charity Auctionwww.stmatthewsottawa.caBy Margret Brady NankivellSt. Matthew’s Anglican Church inthe Glebe is holding its fourthauction on Saturday, October26th from noon to 5:00 pm.This year the auction will raisemoney for a new roof at St.Matthew’s and the MultifaithHousing Initiative (MHI)’s “APlace to Call Home” campaign.It is sponsored by realtor TracyArnett and Metro Glebe and hasreceived tremendous support fromlocal restaurants, vendors, artists andthe Glebe Community Centre.The church will be offering vacationrentals at a cottage in the Gatineau,a condominium in Florida anda vacation property in Tadoussac, avillage at the confluence of the Saguenayand St. Lawrence rivers thatis famous for whale watching. VIArail has also offered train tickets fromOttawa to Quebec City. Parishionershave offered scrumptious meals atto its title, recognizing the importanceof this activity among its members.Each year for the past 33 years,the Guild has held an exhibition andsale, which features the work of itsmembers.At the sale one can still find householditems such as throws, pillows,blankets, rugs and custom yardagefor apparel and interiors. However,now there are also many examplesof fibre art in contemporary coloursand designs: creative baskets, feltedworks, tapestries, fashion accessories,all one-of-a-kind items created in avariety of fibres such as silk, alpaca,mohair and wool blends. You mayalso purchase a variety of handspunyarns, novelty yarn, assorted fleece(wool, alpaca and mohair) and toolstheir homes.St. Matthew’s live auction willinclude the opportunity to bid ontickets provided by the National ArtsCentre, the Great Canadian TheatreCompany, the Ottawa Choral Society,Seventeen Voyces, the Ottawa LittleTheatre, the Orpheus Society as wellas tickets to Opera Lyra’s 2014 productionof Madame Butterfly.Items being auctioned include fineCanadian art by notable artists suchas Grace Coombs, Estelle M. Kerrand Lionel Fielding Downes, who isclosely affiliated with the Group ofSeven. Other works include a lovelytrio of paintings by Ottawa artist JimBarbour, a pastel by David Lidbetterand a photo by art photographerDavid Clendenning.The auction’s “Silver Vaults”includes valuable porcelain and silverdating back to the 18th century aswell as some intriguing Islamic silverjewellery. Also on offer is Victorian,Edwardian and “retro” furniture andglass lighting fixtures.“I am very grateful that St. Matthew’shas included MHI as one of®NeuroGymRehabilitationDedicated to the treatment ofmovement disorders• Stroke• Brain Injury• Multiple Sclerosis• Spinal Cord Injury• Parkinson’s Disease• Cerebral Palsy1644 Bank Street, Suite 101 (613) 523-9905www.neurogym.comto meet your own creative needs.The “ Simply Unique” Exhibitionand Sale provides an excellent opportunityto shop for gifts for yourselfand others. If you are unable tofind that “special item”, many of thevendors are prepared to produce acustom order for clients. Also, enjoythe demonstrations of weaving andspinning by members, and at theGuild exhibit area, obtain informationabout membership applications,the monthly programs, and sign upfor workshops held at the Guild’snew resource centre.Simply Unique is at the GlebeCommunity Centre, Nov.1st-3rd,Fri. 4pm-8pm; Sat.-Sun 10am-5pm,Free Admission, www.ovwsg.comthe recipients of its auction income tosupport our fundraising campaign,”says Gay Richardson, the charity’spresident. “We hope that each faithcommunity will follow your exampleand do something special to help accomplishour shared goal of providingup to 25 more affordable housingunits,” she says. “Thank you St.Matthew’s for this incredible show ofsupport.”The organization mobilizes volunteersfrom different faith communitiesacross the city. It houses morethan 90 tenants, including 30 children,who would otherwise be homelessor at risk of being homeless.Launched in March, the $500,000campaign will raise money for thedown payment on 25 additionalhousing units intended to house40-60 people. The new housing willbecome part of the city’s affordablehousing stock.St. Matthew’s auction will beheld on Sat. Oct. 26th from noon to5:30 pm, 130 Glebe Avenue (nearBank St.). This is one of the mostfun events held in the Glebe, if notthe city. Previous auctionshave featured a mélange ofitems including antiques,fine art, fine dinners, finewines, furniture and ticketsfor events. The auctionwill include live and silentauctions, the extraordinary“Silver Vaults”, the ArtsCafé and wine bar, theTea Room and live entertainment.$15 Admissionincludes a glass of wine orother beverage and deliciousnibblies. Tel: 613-234-4024. For tickets andinformation visit www.stmatthewsottawa.ca orFacebook St. Matthew’sCharity Auction to seesome of the items on offer.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 27TRINITY ANGLICANThe Reverend Arran Thorpe BecomesIncumbent of Trinity AnglicanChurchThe Reverend Arran Thorpe(centre), aided by Church WardensEvan Baker (left) and NealeGillespie (right), cuts a cake at areception celebrating his inductionas the incumbent of Trinity AnglicanChurch, September 10th. Earlier, theservice was conducted by the Bishop ofOttawa, the Right Reverend John Chapman.PHOTO BY SUE TAYLORTo ADVERTISE in the OSCARcontact GAYLE at oscarads@oldottawasouth.ca“Over My Dead Body!”A Black Comedy About ProtestingDevelopmentThe Linden House Theatre Company takes heritage seriously. Captain DavidRennie, Adjutant of the Ceremonial Guard in Ottawa, is shown working withactor Robin Carter to make sure that the details of the salute with sword areperfect.PHOTO BY MITCHELL WEBSTERBy Janet UrenThe May edition of The OSCARhad a parade of developmentinspiredheadlines such as “ColonelBy Residents Fight Back” and“Zoning:What You Don’t Know CanHurt You.” Clearly, development is ahot topic in Ottawa South. Residentswho feel that they are alone in thestruggle against development may becomforted by an upcoming play inOttawa. Lloyd George Knew My Father,by British playwright WilliamDouglas-Home, is a comedy about anelderly woman who turns into an activistto stop a highway being built inthrough her front garden. It is beingstaged in Ottawa (October 22nd toNovember 2nd) by the Linden HouseTheatre Company.Lloyd George Knew My Father isset long ago and far away, but thepassions that give it life are familiarto us in Ottawa. Britain in the 1970swas also roiling with protest, as postwargovernments hastened to pavethe countryside with new highwaysand to usher in the age of the automobile.It has taken us years torecognize the high cost of such transformations– over a million deathson the highway annually worldwide,pollution eroding the ozone layerand cities brought to their knees atrush hour with thousands of crawlingcars. Had we known, could we havethought of something better?The price of progress is also paid inthe currency of lost heritage. WilliamDouglas-Home (1912-1992) was atfirst glance an unlikely crusader. Theson of privilege, he was the youngestson of the 13th Earl of Home. Duringthe Second World War, however,he proved himself a man in whomprinciple preceded duty both tocountry and class. His first play, NowBarrabas, was produced in 1947. Ittold the story of Douglas-Home’swar-time experiences, during whichhe was court-martialled for refusingto order an attack where thousands ofFrench civilians were at risk. He wassentenced to prison and served a yearat hard labour.When he was released from prison,Douglas-Home turned to theatre,writing some 50 popular plays overthe next half century. As an obituarystated in 1992, “William Douglas-Home was the most gentlemanlyof playwrights, as befitted the sonof an earl. He was also among themost courageous, both onstage andoff.” Long before his contemporariesdiscovered rage, he was not afraid totackle themes such as homosexualityand the atomic bomb. Many of hisplays, however, deal affectionatelywith the eccentric, funny and dwindlingworld of the aristocracy. Douglas-Homeknew that world intimately,and he expertly mined its oddities toentertain, charm and pique interestwith often radical ideas about life,death, religion, the foolishness of warand – in this play – the poignancy of adying way of life.Linden House aims to offer hospitality,comfort and convenience aswell as laughter. The play is beingstaged in the comfortable and charming,century-old Elmwood Theatre,261 Buena Vista Road in Rockcliffe.“A TIRED DOG IS A HAPPY DOG”WAG PET SHOP1071 BANK STREET(613) 730-4647WAGPETSHOP@ROGERS.COMComplimentary refreshments will beoffered at all performances, and thereis plenty of free parking.Tickets ($25) are available onlineat www.lindepro.ca (by PayPal) or atBooks on Beechwood, 35 BeechwoodAvenue in New Edinburgh. Reservationscan be made by calling 613-842-4913.• OPEN 8AM-6PM• PLAY TIME• LUNCH & MEDICATIONADMINISTRATION• POTTY BREAKS OUTSIDE• TOYS, BEDS, TREATS, SOCIALIZATION• AFTERNOON NAP TIME• LOTS OF DOGGY LOVE & EXPERTISE!

Page 28THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013CINEMANosferatu at St. Matthew’sFrom Nosferatu (1922)By Kevin ReevesSeventeen Voyces will be presentingthe great silent classic (and the firstgreat vampire movie) – Nosferatu –at St. Matthew’s Church on Fridaythe 18th, and Saturday the 19th ofOctober, beginning at 7:30 pm. Youwon’t want to miss this!Nosferatu (1922) is a film thatalmost wasn’t. When German expressionistdirector F.W. Murnau choseto adapt Dracula without permission,changing the characters’ names butotherwise unmistakably followingthe narrative of Bram Stoker’s tale,Stoker’s widow was none too pleasedwhen she found out. She consequentlysued Murnau and demandedthat all copies of the picture bedestroyed—an order that obviouslywas not carried through. The film fortunatelysurvived, becoming a vitalbridge between cinema’s heyday andthe horror genre that would follow.Max Schreck is the actor playingthe titular role of the film, and whosesurname literally means ‘terror’ inGerman. His grotesque, cadaverlikeappearance was so convincing,rumours that Murnau had found anactual Transylvanian vampire beganto form. Schreck’s visage haunts usto this day, and even makes an oddcameo in the cartoon SpongebobSquarepants.Nosferatu is Seventeen Voyces’ninth silent film production, and thirdClassic horror movie appropriatefor Halloween. (The other two werePhantom of the Opera, and Hunchbackof Notre Dame, both starringthat great chameleon – Lon ChaneySr.) This will also be the ninth filmproduction for virtuoso organistMatthew Larkin, who will be improvisingat the mighty pipe organ andaccompanying the choir. As a bonus,and to add to the Balkan atmosphere,there will be a mystery guest violinistplaying Bartok’s Roumanian Dancesthroughout the film.The choral music will include amajor work by Johannes Brahmsentitled Nänie – based on a poem bySchiller, which echoes the struggleof Man on earth, and implies thenothingness beyond death. Nänie wascomposed between 1881 and 1882after the death of Brahms’ friend thepainter Anselm Feuerbach.There will also be smaller worksby Brahms, and a smattering of morecontemporary composers such asHenryk Gorecki, Harald Genzmer,Francis Poulenc, Simon Preston andJohn Tavener.Tickets are $25 for adults, $15for students, and are availableat Compact Music, Glebe Video,and Leading Note. They arealso available online at: www.seventeenvoyces.caNosferatu, Seventeen Voyces,Matthew Larkin, organ; KevinReeves, director. October 18, 19,7:30 p.m. St. Matthew’s Church, 130Glebe Ave.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 29COMPUTER TRICKS AND TIPSWhat is this “Cloud” that all the Geeks Keep Talking About?By Malcolm and JohnHarding, of Compu-HomeAlthough in the geek world there isno official definition, most peopleuse “the cloud” simply as a metaphorfor “the Internet” but the practicalapplications of the whole conceptof cloud computing are quite broad.Generally, we use the term to refer toa wide range of services that can bedelivered over the Internet, instead ofusers having to create their own localstrategies on their premises.For example: almost everyone,from a single home user to a hugecompany, creates data. This datamight be anything from documents,to digital photographs or videos,to email messages, address books,or music and books that have beenbought online. It is surprising howquickly the volume of one’s datacan mount up, and shocking to thinkof how inconvenient, expensive, orsometimes even heart-breaking itwould be if this data were lost. Thisleads most people eventually to wantto “back up” their data, so that acalamity to the original storage spaceis not a complete disaster. In the past,backing up usually meant copyingthe data onto a second medium suchas an external hard disk but thesedevices frequently break down or canbe stolen – and those are just two ofthe weaknesses and inconveniencesthat can occur.The cloud alternative to localbackup is to have your data saved,either manually or automatically, viayour Internet connection to a remotestorage location that has considerablygreater security than the home usercan achieve. There are many freestorage services and enhanced versionscan be purchased very reasonably.Besides the security, there is theadded advantage of being able to loginto your account from another location(while travelling, for example)and have access to that document orphoto that you need unexpectedly.Many of us have been cloud computingfor years now, when we useweb-based access to our email. Thisis a way of managing and storingour messages, address books andeven personal calendars at the centrallocation of our email provider, ratherthan to download everything to ourindividual computers.Another illustration of the cloudbreaking with tradition is that actualprograms are now being sold on asubscription basis, or even providedfree of charge. Instead of a hugeoffice suite having to be purchasedphysically and installed on a computer’shard disk, it is now possibleto access and use the program thatyou need via the Internet, with onlya minimal installation on your owncomputer. Google Docs has actuallybeen offering this sort of service fora few years and Microsoft has nowjumped onto the bandwagon withOffice 365. Needless to say, thesecloud applications integrate smoothlywith their own version of cloud datastorage too. It is too early to predictwhether this delivery model willactually replace the once-every-threeyearstrek to the store to buy a disk ofthe latest software, followed by thebewilderment of trying to install anduse that version, but the big namesin software have a lot riding on ourwillingness to get onboard.Have a look at our blog, at www.compuhomeottawa.wordpress.comfor an archive of our columns andother tech-related articles. There is aspace right after each item for you tomake comments and suggestions, andask questions. You can even sign upfor automatic updates. We hope youwill have a look at our blog soon orcall us at 613-731-5954 to share youropinions and suggest subjects forfuture columns.FILM REVIEWWatermarkTIFF FILM REFERENCE LIBRARYReviewed by Tony WohlfarthJennifer Baichwal and Ed Burtynsky’slatest documentary, Watermark,received its world premiere at theToronto International Film Festival inearly September.Baichwal and Burtynsky’s first feature,Manufactured Landscapes, wonnumerous awards, including BestDocumentary at both the 2007 GenieAwards and the 2007 River Run InternationalFilm Festival in WinstonSalem, NC. Baichwal also directedPayback in 2012, an adaption of thebook of the same name written byMargaret Atwood.Watermark asks the question: howdoes water shape us? Their answeris a visually stunning film shot in tencountries around the world, manyof them in Asia. Shot in ultra highdefinition video, Watermark takes uson a travelogue to the banks of theRiver Ganges in India and to Fujianprovince in China, where the world’slargest arch dam is under construction.The filmmakers also travelledto Colorado and California, wheresevere drought are the result of pastwater projects. Many of their shotsare aerial, capturing a breathtakingview of the worlds most preciousnatural resource. Slow and tediousat times, Watermark concludes witha breathtaking aerial view of theStikine River in BC.This film has its limitations. It isonly in the closing credits that itturns to Canada, the source of twentypercent of the world’s fresh water.The film does not examine two of themost contentious issues, fracking anduse of water in the tar sands near FortMcMurray.Watermark is also a very loud film,reflecting some of the massive constructionprojects underway aroundthe globe. Water is soothing andrefreshing and yet the film captures averitable cacophony of noise.The running time is 92 minutes.Watermark opens at the cinemasacross Canada on September 27thand at the ByTowne Cinema in Ottawaon October 11th.Tony Wohlfarth is an Ottawa basedfilm writer and critic. He coveredTIFF for The Oscar, and can bereached at tonywohlfarth@gmail.com.

Page 30THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013TASTY TIDBITS FROM TRILLIUM BAKERYMy Hero: Defying the March of TimeBy Jocelyn LeroyWalking through the woods behindmy home, I occasionally meet afamiliar dog-walker, wild bunnies,my chubby bulldog friend – and I getdive-bombed by blackbirds when Iget too close to their nests.One day my tricky hip led me to siton a park bench on the bike path parallelingthe Ottawa River. The benchwas already occupied by an elderlywoman. I needed to take the weightoff my leg, so I sat down beside herand introduced myself.Right away I could see she wascarrying a white cane and wearingdark sunglasses. She said, “I can’t seeyou, but my hearing is pretty good.My name is Elizabeth.” She seemeddiminutive, with her small body andgentle voice: maybe 95 lbs, tops; age,slightly north of 80, but I didn’t ask.To my surprise I learned that Elizabethwalks for an hour every morningand afternoon. Wow! And she teachesyoga in the retirement home whereshe lives. She also orchestrates chairexercises for fellow residents. “Keepwalking,” she advised me. “It’s thebest thing you can do when you getolder.” My hip sent me a stab of pain,as if to say, “What are you going todo about me?”Elizabeth had to get back to heryoga class, so we went our separateways. “And I have to go swimmingso I can keep walking,” I called toher as she slowly but confidentlyheaded home.(She doesn’t limp, like me, and sheshows no sign of stiffness. Elizabethknows where she has to turn around,knows when to expect a bench,although she tells me she rarely sitson one.)Every few weeks I see Elizabethon one of her daily walks. Whenshe learned that I go swimming, sheAROUND TOWNFall Bazaar, at St. Thomas theApostle Church, 2345 Alta VistaDrive on Saturday, October 26 from10 am to 2 pm. Pre-bazaar breakfastat 9 am. Dessert Cafe 11 am to1 pm. Bake room, Delicatessen,Christmas puddings, Jewellery,Clothing Boutique, Books,Handicrafts, The General Store,New to You, Plants, etc.Green Homes Showcase.September 28th, 2013 from12 pm to 4 pm. EnviroCentre,in partnership with the SocialPlanning Council of Ottawa,is excited to announce theupcoming– opening the doors ofunique “green” Ottawa homes tothe public. From a 160-year-oldfarm house near Kemptville toinfill developments in Hintonburg,the Green Homes Showcase hassomething for everyone! The eventis free and gives participants accessasked if she could come with me,because she used to be a swimminginstructor and now misses that activity.I think that she would need a pairof eyes moving beside her. “Poolpeepers” would be amazed at hergracefulness, slim figure and adorablefeet. (On summer days she likesto wear sandals and shorts – but nottoo short!)Her legs look great. Those feetare small and free of arthritis, bunionsand other afflictions. One hotday Elizabeth lamented wearing hersandals: “The result can be weird tanlines,” which she thought undesirable.Elizabeth is 97.In Winter, she still takes her walks,but her home’s staff won’t let hergo on the ski trails and footpaths inher familiar woods. She must use awalker on slippery sidewalks; whenI drive by her in mid-Winter I say aprayer and cross my fingers for her.I’ve seen Elizabeth walk severalkilometres, always appropriately andfashionably dressed for the weather.One day my friend told me allabout her 40th wedding anniversaryparty. Since she married in her 40s,she and her husband were thinkingthey’d better have the big celebrationat 40 years rather than wait forthe 50-year mark. This was in casethey “wouldn’t be up to enjoyingthe party, or we might even be deadby then.” They both were in their80s when they celebrated 40 yearstogether.And when their 50th wedding anniversaryin fact arrived, her churchthrew a party for them. Lots offriends – who themselves had beenmarried 50 years – showed up.Another story from Elizabeth is“The Pie Switchover.” “I was verygood with pie dough,” she said duringone of our conversations aboutto 10 unique homes and dozensof professionals in one day. Thefeatured homes highlight the latestgreen technologies and upgradesto increase home comfort anddurability, sustainability and resalevalue. Visit www.envirocentre.ca/greenhomes for more information.Pleasant Park/HawthorneGiant Used Book Sale. Saturday,October 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. atPleasant Park Public School, 564Pleasant Park Road at Lynda Lane.Thousands of nearly new books,bake sale, free coffee and children’sactivities. For more information,or to donate books, visit www.pleasantparkps.ocdsb.ca or callLaurel at 613-731-9678.Southminster United ChurchCommunity Christmas Bazaar.15 Aylmer Ave (by the Galt St.door). Saturday Nov. 16 th frombaking. (I didn’t stop fighting withpie dough until I was in my 40s.) “Ibroke my wrist,” continued Elizabeth,“and I had a cast on my handfor two weeks, and I couldn’t makeany pies. One day my husband wanteda pie badly and asked if I couldmake one up for him.. “I’ll show youhow to make a pie because I can’t doit with one hand.” She walked himthrough all the steps, and it turnedout well.A look crossed her face. I couldn’tquite read it. “After that, he insistedon making all the pies – and the teabiscuits.” When I asked her if shewas happy about relinquishing herposition as pie maker, she replied,“Not entirely.” (I would have beenthrilled had this happened to me!)Elizabeth has shared many storiesof her travels and adventures inNorthern Ontario. For a while shelived in Kirkland Lake. She seems tohave enjoyed life and made the bestof her circumstances.“... wildflowers,birdsong, ...stillhaving a purpose,are valuable.”10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All arewelcome.St. Matthew’s AnglicanChurch Celebrates with a 20thAnniversary Performance ofHandel’s Messiah. Friday andSaturday, November 22 and 23.The soloists for the performanceare: Jennifer Taverner – soprano,Andrew Robar – counter tenor,Jean-Philipp Fortier Lazure –tenor, Gary Dahl – bass. Ticketsare available for purchase onlineat http://stmatthewsottawa.ca/, atthe church office, as well as fromCompac Music in the Glebe, TheLeading Note on Elgin St. and CDWarehouse. Ticket prices rangefrom $15 for Students and Seniorsto reserved seating at $40, Forfull information on pricing and topurchase tickets, visit St. Matthew’swebsite at http://stmatthewsottawa.ca/Enjoyment, exercise, sharing, andenthusiasm: these things are evidentin her long life and marriage.Being alone, blind and elderly havenot diminished her spirit. When, onsome days she doesn’t feel like goingfor her walks, she asks herself, “Whydon’t I feel like going?” Usually shecan’t find a reason, so she just goes,and then feels glad she did. I believethat being surrounded by all the trees,wildflowers, birdsong, being nearwater, and still having a purpose, arevaluable.These days Elizabeth has a caregiverfor a few hours twice a week.She goes on walks with her. Andthey both sing while they walk! I’vebumped into them together, and theyboth seem to be enjoying themselvesimmensely. I’m sure that they bringa smile to the faces of everyone theypass.Elizabeth tells me that on somenights sleep does not come easily.She tells me, “Your thoughts can getbad, and that’s not good.” I ask herhow she copes with that. “I get up,put on one of my CNIB talking booksand listen to the huge variety of tapesthey send me in the mail each week.After I’ve heard them, I just put themback in the envelope they came in,and mail them back. For free.” Nowonder her mind is sharp and clear.Right now she’s in the middle of“The History of Sable Island”, wildhorses and all.When I told her that I’ve beenmarried little more than a year, shepointed out emphatically that myhusband and I should do everythingwithin reason to enjoy our life together.Great advice!And, when I told her why sheinspires me, a shy smile crossed herlips and her face lit up. She reachedout and touched my hand. With herusual candor, she said, “I’m so gladyou speak to me when you see meon my walks.” For when she’s out ofher building she has no one else toconverse with, and nobody speaks toher in the woods.She has that elusive quality ofalways making the best of things despiteher age. With grace, she “keepson keeping on.”I’m impressed!TRILLIUMRECIPESHoney Apple PieIngredients8 – 9 apples, peeled and thinly sliced½ cup honey2 ½ tbsp flour or starch1 tbsp cinnamondash of nutmegjuice of ½ lemon (optional)DirectionsPreheat oven to 400° F.Combine all ingredients except butter,and mix together.Place the filling in your favourite 9” piecrust.Dot with butter.Add top pie crust; make slits in themiddle.Bake for 50 minutes.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 31RED APRON COOKS100 Mile Diet in OttawaBy Jennifer Heagle co-ownerof The Red ApronRed Apron RecipesPork & Apple Stew1 tablespoon good olive oil2 to 3 pounds pork shoulder or buttcut into 1-inch cubessaltFreshly ground black pepper1 pound apples, cut into 1-inchchunks2 yellow onions, sliced2 to 3 cloves of garlic chopped3 cups apple cider1 cup apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (1/2teaspoon dried)1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (1/2 teaspoondried)4 tablespoons unsalted butter at roomtemperature, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flourPreheat the oven to 250 degrees F.Heat the olive oil in a large Dutchoven. Sprinkle the pork cubes withsalt and pepper. In batches in singlelayers, sear the pork in the hot oil forCARLETON CORNERWith Harvest Season in full swingewe are celebrating the harvest bychallenging our team with a seriesof menus using ingredients sourcedfrom within 100 miles of our store.This celebration spans six weeks andincludes special meals on October 3,October 10 and October 17th. Visitour website for details at redapron.ca.The concept of the 100-mile dietwas inspired by the book ‘The 100-Mile Diet: A Year of Local Eating’,written by Canadians Alisa Smithand J.B. MacKinnon. In the book, theauthors talk about a year of only purchasingfoods with ingredients theyknew were all from within 100 milesof their urban home in Vancouver.The book was an international hit andinspired a movement.Although adhering to a 100-Milediet is a challenge when you live indowntown Vancouver, it’s more ofa challenge when you live in downtownOttawa where our growingseason is much shorter, our weatheris more severe and we don’t have accessto ocean fish & seafood. However,there are times of the year whereit is quite feasible to eat from withinour own 100 mile backyard and theharvest season is one of those times.This month’s recipes are pulleddirectly from our 100-mile menus.3 to 5 minutes, turning to brown onall sides. Remove the seared cubes tothe plate and continue searing untilall the pork is browned. Set aside.Toss the onions in the pan, seasonwith salt & pepper and cook for 10to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally,until the onions are lightly browned.Add the garlic and apple cubes andcook for 1 more minute. Put the meatinto the pot with the juices. Add thecider vinegar plus enough apple ciderbroth to almost cover the meat. Bringto a simmer, add herbs and cover thepot with a tight-fitting lid and placeit in the oven for about 1 hour and15 minutes, or until the meat is verytender when pierced with a fork.Strain the juices from the meat andset aside the meat. Reduce the juicesuntil there is enough to coat the meat.Combine 2 tablespoons of butter andthe flour with a fork and stir into thesauce to thicken. Season to taste.Add back the meat. Warm gently andserve.All the necessary ingredients canbe purchased from one of our manylocal farmers’ markets. Many ofour markets are winding down theirseason so October may be the lastmonth to visit. For an extensive listof urban and rural farmer’s marketsvisit redapron.ca/blog/2013/09/harvest-seasonOctober is an extra busy month foreveryone because Thanksgiving fallsright in the middle. The markets arealso a great place to stock up for yourThanksgiving feast and many farmersin our region will allow you to preordera Thanksgiving turkey or ham.Some options include uppercanadaheritagemeat.caand picklepatchfarm@gmail.com.This dish can be made ahead andkept in the refrigerator for 1-2 daysor frozen up to 2 months. Be sure tothaw thoroughly before re-heating.This meal is best served with crustybread and a nice tossed salad. Garnishthe stew with freshly choppedparsley before serving.Root Vegetable Gratin4 large potatoes, peeled1 medium or 3 small rutabaga, peeled4 large carrots1 medium onion, dicedsea salt and freshly ground pepper2 cups chicken or vegetable broth1 cup heavy cream2 cups grated aged cheddar3/4 cup breadcrumbs or panko1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin oliveoilPreheat the oven to 375°. Usingor sharp knife, slice the vegetablesWith Halloween fast approachingthere are lots of fun activities in andaround the area including a visit toSaunders farm for a terrifying tourof the Barn of Terror, a HauntedHayride and Zombie Paintball -weekends throughout October – visitSaundersfarm.com for more details.October is also a great time to joina Haunted Walking Tour of Ottawa- hauntedwalk.com – where theyhave extra spooky activities plannedthroughout the month.Finally, if you want to party whilesupporting a great cause, then checkout the Great Pumpkin Ball on November1st - greatpumpkinball.com.thinly, about 1/8 inch thick.Oil an 8-by-12-inch glass bakingdish. Arrange half of the potatoes inthe dish, overlapping them slightly;season with salt and pepper. Topwith half of the rutabaga, carrots andonions, seasoning each layer. Repeatthe layering. Pour the broth over andaround the vegetables.Cover tightly with foil and bakefor 1 hour, until the vegetables arealmost tender when pierced. Removethe foil and pour the cream over thegratin. Bake for about 30 minuteslonger, until the liquid has thickened.Preheat the broiler. Mix the breadcrumbswith cheese and season withsalt and pepper; sprinkle over thegratin. Broil 3 inches from the heatfor 2 minutes, until golden, rotatingfor even browning. Let the gratinstand for 10 minutes, then serve.The fall is shaping up to be a busyone on Carleton’s campus.After a 15-year hiatus, the CarletonRavens football team returned to thefield on Saturday, Sept. 7 againstWaterloo. The Ravens lost the gamebut it was a sell-out crowd at KeithHarris Stadium and future gamespromise to be fun events.In other news, the Universityhosted two major conferences at theend of September.On Sept. 19, Carleton broughttogether artists, world-class expertsand community heritage activists toreflect on the commemoration of asignificant moment in the region’shistory – the 400th anniversary ofSamuel de Champlain’s passage upthe Ottawa River. Champlain in theOttawa Valley: History and Memoryof an Encounter was a two-dayconference that was a collaborationbetween academics, First Nations andthe community – focusing on Champlain’sencounter with the Algonquins,its legacy and the implicationsfor land occupation today.Then the Power of the Arts Forum,Sept. 27 to 29, was co-hosted bythe Michaëlle Jean Foundation andCarleton University’s Faculty of Artsand Social Sciences. It mobilizedresearchers, business leaders, legalexperts, policymakers, youth, healthpractitioners, artists, and others to explorecutting-edge research and socialinnovation for bettering the lives ofunderserved Canadians and revitalizingcommunities. Over three days,forum participants examined ways inwhich grassroots youth organizations,arts communities and academia canwork with sectors as varied as health,business, and law, to discuss issuessuch as youth crime, mental health,unemployment, and social exclusion,through the arts. The goal was toproduce a national agenda outliningways in which all sectors of Canadiansociety can enhance grassrootsstrategies for inclusion, personal andcommunity development, and prosperityfor all Canadians.There was much excitement oncampus when the fall term beganbecause most of the renovation workat the MacOdrum Library is almostcompleted. With new study space,and a new innovative DiscoveryCentre, the library offers Carletonstudents, faculty and staff a greatlyimproved building to meet theirneeds.Meanwhile, the annual KatherineA.H. Graham Lecture on AboriginalPolicy on Sept. 25, was delivered bythe Honourable James K. Bartlemanwho served as Ontario’s 27thLieutenant Governor from 2002 to2007. As a member of the MnjikaningFirst Nation he was the firstAboriginal Lieutenant Governor ofOntario. Mr. Bartleman spoke on thesubject: Aboriginal Canadians: TheStruggle To be Seen As Human.As part of the event, Mr. Bartlemanwas presented with an HonoraryLL.D Doctorate degree in recognitionof his distinguished public serviceand dedication to promoting literacyand raising awareness of mentalhealth issues.Carleton Corner is written byCarleton University’s Department ofUniversity Communications. As yourcommunity university, Carleton hostsmany exciting events of interest toOttawa South. For more informationabout upcoming events, please go tocarleton.ca/events.

Page 32THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013CARLETON SPORTS2012-2013 Was a Banner Year for Carleton Varsity SportsBy Joe ScanlonCarleton men won the CanadianInteruniversity Sport (CIS) men’sbasketball championship – their ninthwin in 11 seasons.Both Carleton women’s basketballteam and men’s soccer team madethe CIS championships.It was the second appearance inthree seasons for the women, and oneof many for men’s soccer: Thoughthey have never won, twice Carletonmen have been in the CIS championshipfinal. They lost once to Universityof British Columbia in a shoot-out,and once to Brock in extra time.Last season as well, Carleton men’shockey team made it to their leaguefinal before losing their final playoffgame to Université du Québec àTrois-Rivières (UQTR) in the fourthovertime period.This season – 2013-14 – sees a newarrival to Carleton team sports – Canadianfootball – but any chance tothat team heading to a playoff seemsat least two or three years away. (Seeseparate story.)For men’s basketball and men’ssoccer and – perhaps – women’s soccer,this season seems likely to be asuccess story.The men’s basketball team hasalready shown its potential by defeatingthree US National CollegiateAthletic Association (NCAA) firstdivision teams in August, dumpingTowson, Texas Christian and Wisconsinhandily before losing in overtimeto Syracuse – a team that reached theUS final four last season.Men’s soccer has also started whereit left off, defeating Toronto, tying avery good Ryerson team, defeatingQueen’s and easily handling RoyalMilitary College. Their chances arebolstered by the return of two of theiroutstanding players from last season– Andrew Catty and Joey Kewyn –both in their fifth season in CIS football.The team was first in OntarioUniversity Athletics East (OUA) Eastwhen OSCAR went to press and wasranked second in Canada.Women’s soccer appears on theedge of a break-through. UnderCoach Alex McNutt the team hassteadily improved and is now playingan exciting style of soccer. Theyopened with wins over Toronto andRyerson and then, despite controllingmuch of the play, lost a 1-0 game toQueen’s – ranked second in Canada –and then tied third-ranked Ottawa 1-1– and both games were played awayfrom home. Then at home they demolishedTrent 8-0 with Andrea Wayand Samantha Nealon both scoringthree goals. That left them in a threewayfight for first in the OUA Eastand they appeared to have a chanceof finishing first or second (whichguarantees a first-round bye and ahome field quarter-final playoff) anda chance of being ranked nationallyfor the first time ever.Women’s basketball is a questionmark. The team has lost two of its topplayers – including point guard AlysonBush who has signed a contractto play pro ball in Germany. It hasalso lost several other veteran playersincluding Genevieve Melatti, DarcyHawkins and Chloe Levy. However,it has picked up two experiencedplayers – from Algonquin and atransfer from Laurier as well as somegood recruits. The team has not yetplayed any exhibition games so it ishard to evaluate. Its first home gamewill be an exhibition game againstSt. Lawrence College on October10th. It hosts its home tournamentwith Bishop’s, Concordia and Guelphas visitors on Friday, Saturday andSunday, October 25-26-27.Women’s hockey is locked into anannual struggle with power-houseteams like McGill and Concordia anddoes not look as if it will finish anybetter than third or fourth. However,the team picked up six rookies lastseason -- Julianna Bruce, HeddaGjerde, Kaylie Welk, Ellyn McCormick,Wendy Abramenko and TawnyaGuindon last season – and hasadded three more -- Chelsea Lefebvrefrom Stittsville, Chloe Dion and JulieVaillancourt both from North Bay –this season – so is slowly building astronger team. The women’s regularseason opens October 19 and 20 withgames against Concordia and Universityof Ottawa.The biggest question mark howeveris the men’s hockey team.Coach Marty Johnson will haveback several of the veterans who ledCarleton almost to the Nationals lastseason – including Mitch Porowski,named rookie of the year by the CIS– but he will lose seven top veterans– Shane Bakker, Andrew Glass, RyanBerard and Joey Manley, GrahamKlassen, Charles Carre and MichaelFolkes.The question will be whether hisrecruits can perform – and he hassome good ones.They include:Mike McNamee who played lastseason with Sherbrook and Quebec inthe Quebec Major JuniorHockey League (QMJH): last seasonMcNamee had 22 goals and 37assists in 64 games;Damian Cross, forward, and MitchZion, forward and centre: both ofwhom played with Division 1 NCAAteams, Cross with Providence andZion with Clarkson:Corey Durocher, forward, andOwen Werthner, defence, both fromthe Central Canada Hockey League(CCHL): Durocher scored 17 pointsin 17 playoff games before his teamlost to Cornwall Colts in the CCHLfinal;Jake Cardwell, a defenseman, formerlywith the Ottawa 67’s but whofinished his Ontario Hockey League(OHL) career with the BellevilleBulls, a team that lost to Barrie in theOHL final.All of the recruits have Ottawa areaOctober ScheduleWomen’sBasketballMen’sBasketballWomen’sSoccerMen’sSoccerWomen’sHockeyMen’sHockeyor Carleton connections. McNameeis from Perth. Cross is from Nepean,and his father went to Carleton. Zionis from Manotick. Durocher is fromOttawa. Werthner is from Orleans.While Cardwell is from NiagaraFalls, he knows Ottawa well from histime with the 67’s.The men’s hockey team opens itsregular season with back-to-backaway games against Windsor, Fridayand Saturday, October 11th and 12th.Windsor made it to the OUA Westfinal for the second straight seasonlast winter.At this point, it would appearmen’s basketball will be back in theCIS Nationals on merit (as host theyautomatically qualify) men’s soccercould be back, women’s soccer mayhave a shot at the Nationals, women’sbasketball and hockey are unknownsas is men’s hockey – though men’shockey would appear capable ofmaking another playoff run. Footballis definitely one or two seasons awayfrom competing on even terms withother teams.• Thursday, October 10 – St. Lawrence College at Carleton• Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 25-26-27 Metro GlebeHome Tournament -- visiting teams are Bishop’s, Concordiaand Guelph.• Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 18-19-20 House-Laughton Home Tournament – visiting teams are Lakehead,Bishop’s and Victoria• 4 p.m. Wednesday October 9 Queen’s at Carleton• 1 p.m. Saturday October 12 Ottawa at Carleton• 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, October 19 and 20 Ryersonand Toronto at Carleton• 4 p.m. Wednesday October 9 Queen’s at Carleton• 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, October 19 and 20 Ryersonand Toronto at Carleton• 2 p.m. Saturday, October 19 Concordia at Carleton• 2 p.m. Sunday, October 20 Ottawa at Carleton• 7 p.m. Friday, October 4 Dalhousie at Carleton• 7 p.m. Friday, October 25 McGill at Carleton

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 33CARLETON FOOTBALLFootball Returns to Carleton UniversityBy Joe ScanlonAfter a 15-season absence Canadianfootball is back at Carleton Universityand on Saturday, September 7th,team’s first home game since October,1988 got a roaring welcome. The3,000-seat rebuilt grandstand sold outand 1,544 students sat on the grassymound on the Bronson Avenue sideof the field – total attendance 4,544.There was a small but enthusiasticband, a few fireworks and – somethingnew – young women and menmoving up and down the aislesselling beer – and the beer cans weretucked into covers with the Raveninsignia – a type of covering Australianscall a stubby cooler.There were scores of old-timers– former football head coach andDirector of Athletics, Keith Harris– after whom the stadium is named– plus two of his children and two ofhis grandchildren – former coachesKim McCuaig, Gary Shaver and AcePowell – and many former players.The former players included JonRuddy whose commitment and financialsupport were mainly responsiblefor the return of football, KevinMcKerrow, president of the footballalumni, the Old Crows, along withGene Rheaume, both members ofthe group that persuaded Carleton’sBoard of Governors to bring backfootball, and Rheaume’s daughter,Amanda, who sang the National Anthem.(She also performed that weekat the Ottawa Folk Festival.) Therewas also Mayor Jim Watson – a Carletongraduate – who disdained theVIP box to sit in the stands. (While astudent Watson was President of theRideau River Residence Association;after graduation he served as Presidentof the Carleton Alumni Association.)Of course there was Carleton president,Roseann Runte, celebrating hersecond football revival. Runte alsobrought back football at Old Dominionin Virginia where she was presidentbefore Carleton. Carleton waswithout football for 15 seasons; OldDominion had been out of footballfor 53 years until Runte sparked itsrevival. When it came back, she tolda local newspaper, “Football alonedoes not make a university great, butthere are very few great universitieswithout football,” After being atcentre field for the Carleton-Waterlooopening kickoff she worked her wayup and down the aisles chatting withpeople she recognized and many whojust wanted to say hello and thanks.The President, Mayor Watson andAmanda Rheaume wore shirts with alarge “13” marking the year footballreturned.There was also unusual media attention.Rogers broadcast the gameand it was streamed on SSN, as wellas covered by the Citizen and theAmanda Rheaume who sang “O Canada” with Mayor Jim Watson at the Raven’s first home game on September7. Amanda is the daughter of Gene Rheaume, a former player who was part of the group responsible for thereturn of football to Carleton.PHOTO BY JOE SCANLONSun, and of course by the OSCAR.Although no one expected miracles– the Ravens had lost 71-4 in theiropening game at Western – the crowdhoped to see at least one touchdown.(The four points against Westerncame on a 51-yard punt single and a40-yard field goal, both by AndrewBanerjee.).At 7:02 in the third quarter, thosepresent finally got their wish. Afterplunging successfully on thirddown and getting another third downthrough a faked punt, Carleton’s firststring quarterback Jesse Mills hitKyle Van Wynsberghe with a passdeep in the end zone – officially 22yards. Carleton converted then addeda single on the subsequent kickoffbringing the score to a respectable24-8. But Waterloo scored 23 unansweredpoints in the final 15 minutes.Against 1-2 Windsor the team fareda little better. They were down 10after one quarter, 24-0 at half time,42-7 after three quarters, but lost44-14. They scored their first touchdownon the ground when MarleyPaterson went over after three triesfrom the three. The touchdown wasset up when Andrew Banerjee went32 yards on a fake kick. They scoredagain in the final minute after a 28-yard completion Gorgichuk to VanWynsberghe, and an interference callallowed Keith Graham to score fromthe one.Head coach Steve Sumarah is newHome FootballGames in October7 p.m. Friday, Octobe 11Guelph at Carleton1 p.m. Saturday, October 19McMaster at Carletonto Carleton – he washead coach at St. Mary’sfor six years –as are mostcoaches – though TomTimlin is a former Carletonplayer, captain, All-Canadian and coach andWayne Baird has comeout of retirement to serveas equipment manager, ajob he had in the seventiesand eighties.The team has had theinevitable teething problems.Receivers have notalways run all out forpasses and running backs have notalways gone through the assignedholes. Against Windsor two differentreceivers were offside before the snapon two consecutive plays. A 50-yardpass and run play from Nick Gorgichukto Kyle Van Wynsberghe wascalled back on a rough play call inWindsor, and a ball was fumbled onthe two-yard line against Western. Afumble on the nine also stopped theirfirst sustained drive against Windsor.And – as always – there have beeninjuries. Nat Behar, who caught threepasses in the first two games, missedthe third and starting quarterback JesseMills was injured by a late hit andforced out of the Windsor game. Butthe team’s passing game is showingsigns of improvement. Against Windsor,Mills and Gorgichuk were 17 for34 (50 per cent) with two interceptions.Van Wynsberghe caught eightpasses for 108 yards; Tyler Callahanfour for 62 yards; and Wilson Birch,two for 53 yards. The Ravens lost by67 to Western, 39 to Waterloo and 30to Windsor.As this is being written, two otherCarleton games are already sold outand the Carleton-Ottawa game is beingbroadcast on network television.The team opened against Western inwhite, used their black uniforms fortheir home game against Waterloo,switched to red for their third gameagainst Windsor. Though the colourschanged one custom did not: as theplayers stretch before a game, CoachSumarah goes from player to playeruntil he has spoken and shaken handswith everyone on the team.

Page 34THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013FINANCIAL PLANNINGHow Should Your Risk Tolerance Influence Investment Decisions?By Bob JamiesonAs an investor, how much riskcan you tolerate? It’s an importantquestion — because the answer canhelp you make the right investmentchoices.Before you know your risk tolerance,you’ll want to make sure youfirst understand the nature of investmentrisk — the risk of losing principal.This risk is especially prevalentwhen you invest in stocks, becausestock prices will always fluctuate —and there are never any guaranteesabout performance. Of course, adecline in value does not mean youneed to sell; you can always hold onto the stock with the expectation thatits value will bounce back. And thiscan certainly happen, but again — noguarantees.How you respond to this type ofinvestment risk will tell you a greatdeal about your own risk tolerance.Of course, no one, whether he or shehas a high tolerance for risk or a lowone, particularly likes to see declines.But people do react differently. Ifyou’re the sort of person who canretain your confidence in your investmentmix and can focus on the longterm and the potential for a recovery,you may well have a higher tolerancefor risk. But if you find yourselflosing sleep over your losses (evenif, at this point, they’re just “paper”losses), becoming despondent aboutreaching your goals, and questioningwhether you should be investing atall, then you may have a low tolerancefor risk.This self-knowledge of your ownrisk tolerance should help informyour investment decisions — to apoint.Even if you determine you have ahigh tolerance for risk, you almostcertainly should not load up yourportfolio exclusively with stocks. Ifthe stock market enters a prolongedslump, you could face heavy lossesthat may take many years to overcome,causing you to lose significantground in the pursuit of yourfinancial goals. Conversely, even ifyou discover you don’t have muchtolerance for risk, you may not wantto invest only in supposedly “safe”vehicles, such as Guaranteed IncomeCertificates (GICs). During thoseperiods when rates on GICs andsimilar instruments are low, as hasbeen the case in recent years, yourinterest payments from these investmentsmay not even keep up withinflation — meaning that, over time,you could end up losing purchasingpower, which, over the long term,can be just as big a risk as marketdeclines.Ultimately, then, you’ll probablywant to let your risk tolerance guideyour investment choices — but notdictate them with an “iron hand.” So,if you believe you are highly tolerantof risk, you might have a somewhathigher percentage of stocks in yourportfolio than if you felt yourself tobe highly risk-averse — but in anycase, you’ll likely benefit from buildinga diversified portfolio containingstocks, bonds, government securities,GICs and other investments. Whilethis type of diversification can’t guaranteeprofits or protect against loss, itcan help reduce the effects of volatilityon your portfolio.By knowing your own risk tolerance,and the role it can play in yourchoices, you can help yourself createan effective, suitable investmentstrategy — one that you can livewith for a long time and that can helpyou avoid the biggest risk of all: notreaching your long-term goals.I would be glad to assist you inreviewing your portfolio and analyzingthe different risk characteristics.Please give me a call at 613-526-3030.I’m Getting an InheritanceProvided byLinda M. HancockHave you ever met an ‘averageperson’? Neither have I. But, for thesake of argument, let’s say you’re the‘average Canadian’ and you’re gettingan inheritance. If so, that inheritanceis not likely to be large, to helpyou make the most of that inheritance,here are some suggestions youmay find helpful:• Understand what you’re getting.Is your inheritance in cash orinvestments that are liquid? Maybeyou’ll be receiving tangible assetssuch as land, buildings or art thatmay take time to sell or that you willwant to retain. Has the inheritancebeen bequeathed directly to you orwill it be held in a trust that you donot control?• STOP and take stock. Draw upa budget of your immediate incomeneeds and your future income andcapital needs based on your goalsand dreams. Ensure proper asset allocation– meaning that money youneed in the near future should not beplaced in an investment that locks itin for a long time or that would besubject to redemptionfees should youneed the funds beforethe ‘locked-in’ periodexpires.• Repay nondeductibledebt. Usesome or all of yourinheritance to repaydebt on which theloan interest is not taxdeductible. Start withdebt that carries thehighest loan interestrate.• Top it up. If youhave investmentsheld within RRSPs orTFSAs with unusedcarry-forward room,fill it up.• Send your inheritanceto school. Contributeto investmentsheld within RESPs topay for your children’sexpensive (and necessary)post-secondaryeducation.• Invest in yourretirement/estate.Look carefully atsuch tax-advantagewealth accumulationvehicles such as Corporate ClassMutual Funds (that allow you toswitch between different investmentswithout triggering capital gains at thetime of the switch) and PermanentLife Insurance (if you need it) whichcould provide tax-free funds at acritical time or a source of investmentincome to replace an income that isno longer there.• Know your relationship rules.In many provinces, gifts and inheritancesare exempt in the case of separationor divorce. But – if you investyour inheritance in joint names withyour partner or in a family home orcottage, or use the funds to pay downdebt on jointly held property and thenseparate, the assets may become fullysharable. You may want to keep propertyand other investments separatefrom other family investments/assets.What you do with your inheritanceis up to you, but to be sure your decisionsfit your unique situation, talk toyour legal and professional advisorfirst.This column, written and publishedby Investors Group FinancialServices Inc. (in Québec – aFinancial Services Firm), andInvestors Group Securities Inc.(in Québec, a firm in FinancialPlanning) presents generalinformation only and is not asolicitation to buy or sell anyinvestments. Contact your ownadvisor for specific advice about yourcircumstances. For more informationon this topic please contact Linda atLinda.Hancock@investorsgroup.comor (613) 798-7700 Ext. 240.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 35FINANCIAL PLANNINGPanic Doesn’t PayBy Rick Sutherland, CLU,CFP, FDS, R.F.PThe US market dropped about 5%during the month of August. Thiscaused memories of 2008-2009 tosurface. Some investors began to feelanxious and wanted to make decisionsabout how to protect themselvesagainst losses. People oftenfeel tempted to alter their investmentplan in an attempt to avoid loss duringmarket declines. Historical datahowever, shows that this strategytends to backfire.Fidelity Investments recentlyconducted a study of actual results oftheir client portfolios with the viewto understand whether attempting totime the market really works. Theylooked at three sub groups over theperiod from the fourth quarter of2008 and the first quarter of 2009,near the bottom of the market downturn,until the first quarter of 2013,which was the market high at thetime of the study.The first group sold all equities inthe fourth quarter of 2008 or the firstquarter of 2009. This group remainedout of the equity markets as of thefirst quarter 2013. The second groupsold all equities in the fourth quarterof 2008 or the first quarter of 2009and then came back into equitiesprior to the end of the first quarter of2013. The third group did not sell anyequity holdings and remained investedin equities throughout the periodup to the first quarter of 2013.The results were significant. Thefirst group, who sold their equityholdings and stayed out, saw theirinvestments grow by about 15% overthis time period. The second group,who sold their equities and thenlater reinvested back into equitiessaw their investments grow by about50% and the third group, who stayedinvested in equities, saw their investmentsgrow by almost 85% over thissame time period. Results did varysomewhat based on the total allocationto equities. Higher bond and cashallocations tempered the growth.We looked back at our articles thatappeared in OSCAR during the lastquarter of 2008 and the first quarterof 2009. Our essays had a “don’tpanic - stick to your plan” strategythroughout this period of dread andpanic. Those who followed this adviceshould have reaped the benefitssimilar to those in the third group ofthe Fidelity study.There will be another significantmarket decline at some point in thefuture, and it may be sooner than youwould expect. When the next significantmarket setback occurs, and wepromise you it will, we encourageyou to read our short essays here inOSCAR. We will be recommendingthe same strategy. Don’t panic,remain calm and stay invested to suityour objectives and plans. Better yet,if you have the resources, continueto invest. Significant market setbackshave always gone down in history asprudent buying opportunities for thefuture.The foregoing is for general informationpurposes and is the opinion ofthe writer. This information is notintended to provide personal adviceincluding, without limitation, investment,financial, legal, accountingor tax advice. Please call or writeto Rick Sutherland CLU, CFP, FDS,R.F.P., to discuss your particularcircumstances or suggest a topicfor future articles at 613-798-2421or E-mail rick@invested-interest.ca. Mutual Funds provided throughFundEX Investments Inc.PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNINGAre you uncertain about achieving your financial goals?Call today for your free, confidential, second opinion.RICK SUTHERLAND, CLU, CFP, FDS, R.F.P.1276 Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1Y 3A7613-798-2421email: rick@invested-interest.caweb: www.invested-interest.caMutual funds provided through FundEX Investments Inc.OUR OOSBUSINESSAND RESOURCES DIRECTORYis OPEN FOR BUSINESSFind directory atwww.oldottawasouth.caParticipation is FREEWE WELCOME YOURCOMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS.A voluntary project for thecommunity, thanks to all who have helped.Contact > > > Gail Stewart and Isla Jordanat businesses@oldottawasouth

Page 36THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013SUNNYSIDE LIBRARY PROGRAMSSunnyside BranchOttawa Public Library1049 Bank Street, Ottawa613-730-1082,Adult Services,extension 22Children’s Services,extension 29Children’s ProgramsBabytimeFor babies and their parentsor caregiver with stories,rhymes, songs and games.0-18 months. Drop In.Tuesdays, 2:15 p.m. (30min.)Session 1: September 17 toOctober 22Session 2: November 5 toDecember 10ToddlertimeFor toddlers and a parentor caregiver with stories,rhymes, songs and games.Ages 18-35 months.Registration is Required.Choose only one of the twooptions below:Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. (30min.)Session 1: September 17 toOctober 22Session 2: November 5 toDecember 10ORThursdays, 10:15 a.m. (30min.)Session 1: September 19 toOctober 24Session 2: November 7 toDecember 12StorytimeStories, rhymes and songs forpreschoolers and a parent orcaregiver. Ages 3-6. Drop In.Mondays, 2:15 a.m. (30min.)Session 1: September 16 toOctober 21Session 2: November 4 toDecember 11Storytime (bi-lingual)Stories, rhymes and songs forpreschoolers and a parent orcaregiver. Ages 3-6. Drop In.Contes, rimes et chansonspour les enfants préscolaireset un parent ou gardien. 3-6ans.Wednesdays 10:15 a.m. (30min.)Session 1: September 18 toOctober 23Session 2: November 6 toDecember 11Children’s Book ClubsMother-Daughter Book ClubAges 7-9A place for girls and the specialwomen in their lives toshare books. Registration.Mondays, 7:00 p.m.(60 min.): October 7,November 4Mother-Daughter BookClubAges 10-12A place for girls and the specialwomen in their lives toshare books. Registration.Mondays, 7:00 p.m. (60min.): October 21, November18GuysreadShare the love of books. Forboys and a significant adult.Ages 8-12. Registration.The book for October 30 isThe Hobbit.Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. (60min.): October 30, November27, December 18Children’s Special ProgramsBoo, Bouh!Halloween stories and craft.Ages 3-7. RegistrationContes et bricolaged’Halloween. Pour les 3 à 7ans. Inscription.Saturday, October 26, 2:00p.m., samedi, 26 octobre 14hTeen ProgramsIMPROVing with TAGTAG would like to introduceyou to the wonderful worldof theatre improvisationthrough their weekly open,come-as-you-are, drop-inworkshops. Encourage afun, friendly environment inwhich to learn and exploreyour new acting improvskills. Beginners are welcome!Ages 13-17Special Performance, opento the public to come see onTuesday, November 5 at 4:30p.m.Tuesdays, 4-5:30: September17 to November 5TAG Peer TutoringTAG invites students fromgrade 8 & 9 to attend theirpeer tutoring/homeworkclub, every Thursday.TAG members will be onhand to assist students withtheir grade 8 or 9 schoolwork. Students learn moreand demonstrate masterywhen they are able to comprehensivelyteach a subject.Vice versa, when a studentis struggling, having someonewho is on the same agelevel as them helps to createbridges in the learning gaps.Thursdays, 4:00 p.m. (60mins.), September 26 to Dec19TAG (Teen AdvisoryGroup) (Ongoing Event)Sunnyside Teens--join ournew Teen Advisory Groupand have a say in which programs,activities and serviceswill be offered to youth andalso help plan and implementthem. Ages 14-18. To join,stop by the branch.Look for Teen Programspresented by Teens: such asGrade 9 survival tips plusDrop in Board Game & CardGame nights. Meet once amonth on Saturdays at Noon.Mother-Daughter BookClubA place for girls and thespecial women in their livesto share books. Ages 13-15.Registration.Mondays, 7:00 pm (60 min.):October 28, November 25Adult ProgramsThe Writing WorkshopAn opportunity for writers offiction, non-fiction, poetry,and experimental forms togather. Our emphasis willbe on developing worksin-progressfor publication.The workshop will providewriters with encouragementand constructive criticismfrom their peers. Author/Facilitator:Michael F. Stewart:http://michaelfsewart.comRegistration.Mondays, 6:00 p.m. (120min.): October 21, November18, December 16Ukrainian ConversationJoin our group led by a fluentUkrainian speaker. Start offwith a review of the Ukrainianalphabet. All are welcome.Registration.Mondays, 7:00 pm (60 min.):October 7 & 28, November 4& 25, December 2 & 9Canadians in ConversationWe will, as usual in thisseries, share our experience,knowledge, reflections andideas on a wide range of topicsrelevant to life in Canada,past, present and future.Registration.Wednesdays, 2:00 pm (120min.): September 11 to November27Science Café with CarletonUniversityExplore science throughCarleton University’s popularScience Cafés. Put on bythe university’s Faculty ofScience, cafés are held everyother Wednesday during thefall and winter terms. Eachcafé begins at 6:30 p.m. witha 20 minute talk by a scientistfollowed by a 40 minuteopen question and answerperiod. Drop in.Wednesdays, 6:30 pm (60min.): October 9 & 23, November13 & 27, December11Conversation en françaisImprove your spoken Frenchand meet new friends in arelaxed setting. Intermediatelevel required. Registration.Thursdays, 6:00 pm (60min.): September 12 to December12, 2013OR Thursdays, 7:15 pm (60min.): September 12 to December12, 2013Backstories Film ClubJoin our club if you enjoywatching films and want tomeet other enthusiasts fordiscussion. Please note thatfilms will not be screenedduring the program. Registration.Fridays, 2:00 pm (60 min.):October 4, November 1,December 6Adult Special ProgramsHome Inspection WorkshopNathan Weinstock, RegisteredHome Inspector withAccuChex Inspections, willlead a workshop on HomeInspection Tips and HelpfulHints. This seminar will beof interest to home owners,home buyers and sellers, andthose concerned with newhome warranty issues. Youwill learn how to conductyour own inspection, andhow to get the most out of ahome inspector. Registration.Thursday, October 3, 6:30pm (75 min.)Poetry Workshop withRhonda DouglasThis workshop is ideallysuited to the new or emergingpoet, as well as those who’dlike some support in linkingpoetic inspiration withdedicated attention to craft.Poems will be read and discussedin a supportive groupenvironment. Once registered,email up to five pagesof poems, two weeks in advanceto douglas.rhonda1@gmail.com or drop them offat the Sunnyside Library inan envelope labelled PoetryWorkshop 2013 Sunnysideby Saturday September 21.Registration.Saturday, October 5, 2:00 pm(120 min.)Travel to the ArcticDiscover the amazing beautyof our north. Carole Gobeilwill share tips from herexpedition from Greenland,Baffin and into the NorthWest Passage; combinedwith her exclusive campingexperience north of Manitobaduring the migration of thepolar bears from land to ice.Registration.Tuesday, October 8, 6:30 pm(120 min.)Improve your Posture,Improve your Life Presentedby Dr. Chandan Brar of theGlebe Chiropractic Clinic.Registration.Thursday, October 10, 6:30pm (60 min.)Introduction to Gouache– Painting Workshop withVéronique StéfanicaVéronique will introducethe participants to gouachepaint, leading them throughexercises on how to paintuniform backgrounds, gradationsand ‘dark on light’painting. While focusing ona round shape, participantswill learn shading techniqueswhich they will use to producea final painting. Offeredin partnership with MASC.Adults 50+. Registration.Wednesday, October 16, 1:00pm (150 min.)Iris Folding TechniqueIris folding is a craft thatinvolves folding strips ofcolored paper to form a design.The centre of the designforms an iris - similar to theiris of an eye or a cameralens. Learn this techniqueand create 3 greeting cards!You’ll be amazed how easilyyou can do it and howimpressive the results willbe. This will be presented byJulie Olivier, self-taught artistwho has been making andselling cards and paper craftframes for 10 years. Registration.Thursday, October 17, 6:30pm (120 min.)Author Series – Richard B.WrightAuthor Richard B. Wrightwill read from Mr Shakespeare’sBastard. His eighthnovel, The Age of Longing,was nominated for both theGovernor General’s Awardand the Giller Prize. Readingoffered with the support ofthe Canada Council for theArts. Registration.Saturday, October 19, 2:00pm (60 min.)Visit Antarctica and DiscoverSouth GeorgiaGeorgia is a well-kept secret.It is known as the Galapagosof the Antarctic, and for itshuge King penguin colonies.Join Carole Gobeil as sheshares her tips from her trip.Registration.

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 37SUNNYSIDE LIBRARY continued from pg. 36Tuesday, October 22, 6:30pm (120 min.)Bridges to Volunteering(Volunteering 101)This interactive and informativesession, offered by VolunteerOttawa, is designedfor individuals who are interestedin volunteering, butrequire more information beforemaking a commitment.The session will answer the5 W’s of volunteering andprovide some guidance onhow to get involved, includingan online session usingthe Volunteer Ottawa websiteto find suitable volunteer opportunities.Registration.Wednesday, October 23, 1:00pm (120 min.)How to Secure a HomeWireless NetworkMost wireless routers do notdefault to the most secureconfiguration. Make sureyou are not the “low hangingfruit” that someone willdecide to attack. It is surprisinglyeasy to make sure yournetwork is secure. ChrisTaylor, President of the OttawaPC Users’ Group, willshow you just how easy it is.Registration.Thursday, October 24, 6:15pm (120 min.)House Concerts: Bringingmusic into your living room!House concerts are a uniquecombination of a 60s-stylecoffeehouse, a concert, and ahouse party. These intimatemusical events are a uniqueway for musicians to play infront of attentive, appreciatecrowds, for music loversto experience music, andfor friends and neighboursto build community. Presentedby Bob Ledrew andaccompanied by live music!Registration.Tuesday, October 29, 6:30(105 min.)NFB Film Club – ThePeople of the KattawapiskakRiverJoin us for a screening of ThePeople of the KattawapiskakRiver. On October 2011,1,700 Kattawapiskak Creeare living in dreadful conditionsat minus 40 degreesin Northern Ontario. Theirhomes have crude stoves,holes in the walls and floors,and no sewage lines, heatingor insulation. AlanisObomsawin’s documentaryexamines the history of theregion and the causes of ahousing crisis that struck thiscommunity hard. Offeredin partnership with NationalFilm Board. Registration.Thursday, October 31, 6:30pm (75 min.)Local Author Visit - DorothySpeakDorothy Speak will be readingfrom her latest collectionof short stories titled Reconciliation.In this eagerly awaited thirdcollection, Dorothy Speakbrings her familiar wit,compassion and irony to bearon stories about the fragilityand elusiveness of love. Eachstory is crafted in her lustrousprose. This is a book that willreward every adult intriguedby the unpredictability andmystery of life.Saturday, November 2, 2:00pm (60 min.)Keeping a DiaryDo you keep a diary? Haveyou ever wanted to? Thisinteractive talk, offered byretired English teacher andcompulsive diarist, PeterScotchmer, will examinewhy diaries continue to bepopular in an electronic age,what they record, what wecan learn from them, andwhat to pass on to posterityourselves. Excerpts fromfamous diarists as diverseas Samuel Pepys and AnneFrank will be read and practicaladvice shared regardingstyle, format, and frequencyof writing, storage, and confidentiality.Registration.Wednesday, November 6,1:00 pm (120 min.)Cash FlowAimed at both new and existingbusiness owners, this presentationwill show you howto forecast and manage yourcash flow needs. Michael DiLauro is a Certified ManagementAccountant with morethan 20 years of experienceworking with small business,charities and not-for-profitorganizations.Registration begins October7.Thursday, November 7, 6:30pm (90 min.)Tanzanian SafariHave you ever wonderedabout doing a safari? Joinus as Carole Gobeil shareshighlights of her expeditionthrough the Serengeti. Registration.Tuesday, November 12, 6:30pm (120 min.)Prostate HealthPlease join Graham Beaton,Doctor of NaturopathicMedicine, to learn moreabout prostate health. Registration.Wednesday, November 13,1:00 pm (60 min.)10 Strategies to Pay LessTax at RetirementLearn how to use tax-smartstrategies to reduce taxesand enjoy more of your ownmoney during retirement.Presented by Wade Brown,M.A., MBA, Investment Advisorand Associate PortfolioManager, RBC Dominion Securities.Registration beginsOctober 14.Thursday, November 14,6:30 pm (60 min.)Imitation - Writing Workshopwith Brian Doyle(MASC)Brian Doyle, author ofnumerous children’s books,offers a writing workshopfocusing on diverse styletricks that make writing moreversatile. Offered in partnershipwith MASC. Adults50+. Registration.Wednesday, November 20,1:00 pm (60 min.)Eating to Lose WeightWhat are we eating, drinkingor doing to cause our bodiesto hold on to extra fat? Wehave more information availableon how to lose weightand how to be healthy, andyet as a population we aregetting bigger and unhealthier.Though there isn’ta magic diet or pill, we needto discuss a more sustainableway of losing weight. Dr.Chandan Brar of the GlebeChiropractic Clinic willfocus on making sense ofwhat works and what doesn’twhen it comes to losing thoseextra pounds that we are allcarrying around unnecessarily!Registration.Thursday, November 21,6:30 pm (60 min.)Tamara Levine: But Hopeis Longer: Navigating theCountry of Breast CancerTamara Levine will readfrom her book But Hopeis Longer: Navigating theCountry of Breast Cancer,and discuss her experienceswith both mainstream andcomplementary cancer treatment,as well as with integrativecare. “Like a gentleand wise friend who hasjust returned from a trip tohell, Levine beckons readersto pull up a chair, sit tight,and learn from her experience.”(Healthwise Ottawa12/19/2012). Registration.Saturday, November 23, 2:00pm (60 min.)Boosting Your ImmuneSystem Naturally in Timefor WinterJoin Dr. Ellen Simone,Naturopathic Doctor for thisinformation session on howto boost your immune systemusing naturopathic medicine.You will learn how toprevent the flu and recoverfaster by strengthening yourimmune system using clinicalnutrition, botanical medicine,homeopathic medicine,traditional Chinese medicineand acupuncture and lifestylechanges. Dr. Ellen Simone isa graduate of the Canadiancollege of Naturopathic Medicineand the Ontario Collegeof Homeopathic Medicine.She holds a Bachelor Degreein Physical and Health Educationfrom the University ofToronto. Registration.Thursday, November 28,6:30 pm (120 min.)Adult Book ClubsCercle de lecturePartagez avec nous le plaisirdes livres dans une ambiancedétendue.Octobre titre: Un trésor dansmon château (littérature jeunesse)par Valérie PerreaultLes mardis, 18h30 (90 min.):29 octobre, 26 novembre, 10décembreEuropean Book ClubThe European Book Club is acooperation of the EuropeanUnion National Institutes forCulture (EUNIC) in Ottawa:the Austrian Cultural Forum,the Goethe Institute, the RomanianCultural Institute, theInstituto Camoes of Portugaland the Embassy of the Republicof Poland. The EBCaims to promote Europeanauthors and their works. Abook title from an EU countryis selected for discussioneach month. Registration.October title: Learning toPray in the Age of Techniqueby Gonçalo M. Tavares,translated by Daniel HahnWednesdays, 6:00 pm (120min.): October 16, November20, December 18Second Friday Adult BookClubMeet new people and join instimulating discussions onselected titles in a friendlyand relaxed atmosphereevery second Friday of themonth. Newcomers are welcome.Registration.October title: Can You Hearthe Nightbird Call by AnitaRau BadamiFridays, 2:00 pm (60 min.):October 11, November 8,December 13Mystery Book ClubDo you enjoy reading mysteries?Share the enjoymentof good mysteries in a relaxedatmosphere. Join us fordiscussion every third Fridayof the month. Registration.October title: TBDFridays, 2:00 pm (60 min.):October 18, November 15Sunnyside Adult Book ClubJoin in stimulating discussionson selected titles in afriendly and relaxed atmosphereon the last Friday ofthe month. Registration.October title: The OldMan and the Sea by ErnestHemingwayFridays, 2:00 pm (60 min.):October 25, November 29

Page 38THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013CLASSY ADSCLASSY ADS are free for Old Ottawa South residents (except for businesses or for business activity) and must be submitted by email to oscar@oldottawasouth.ca by thedeadline. Your name and contact information (phone number or email address) must be included. Only your contact info will appear unless you specify otherwise. The editorretains the right to edit or exclude submissions. The OSCAR takes no responsibility for items, services or accuracy. For business advertising inquiries, call 730-1058 or emailoscarads@oldottawasouth.ca.Child CareBabysitter available. Creative,experienced, caring, responsiblegrade 11 student. StandardFirst Aid and CPR certified.References. Please call 613-730-4260.-----------------------------------Childcare/ Nanny-shareAvailable in OOS. Highlyexperienced, bilingual caregiverworks out of our home inOld Ottawa South-RideauGardens. She cares for our2.5 year old son. Hours arefrom 8AM to 5PM. Activitiesinclude playgroups, museums,swimming, crafts, library andtrips to local parks. We areinterested in finding anotherfamily that requires childcareand would like to share ourcaregiver arrangement in ourMARKETPLACEhome starting in September2013. E-mail or call us:caroleandben@live.ca or 613-237-1378-----------------------------------For Sale / RentSpectacular furnished lakefrontpost & beam house for leasein environmental protectednatural surroundings. Too manyamenities to list, please check:www.celticcrosscottage.caContact Larry. 613-203-0480.larryjohnmcc@gmail.com-----------------------------------Office space to lease atSouthminster United Church,Bank Street at Aylmer Ave.288 square feet. Built-instorage space. Phone andinternet ready. Suitable forcharity, community-based orprofessional office. Termsto be negotiated. Availableimmediately. Please call thechurch office at 613-730-6874.-----------------------------------Family with a 6-year-oldboy looking to buy a homein the Ottawa South/GlebeCommunity. Move in condition.Contact: 613-726-6063.-----------------------------------For Sale: CB drum kit, excellentcondition: 22” bass drum, 12”tom-tom, 13” tom-tom, 16”floor tom, 14” wood shell snare,16” crash/ride cymbal, 14” hihatcymbals, throne, bass drumpedal and all hardware (heavyduty and double-braced). Also:“The drummer’s cookbook”and “Progressive steps toSyncopation for the ModernDrummer” and about 5 sets ofused drumsticks (one set likenew). All for $280! Call 613-730-4260.-----------------------------------For sale: 2003 Toyota CorollaCE, silver 4-door, A/C,automatic, 134,000 kms.Extremely reliable, very cleanand owned by non-smokers.Comes with winter tires onrims. Asking $5,000. Please call(613) 730 - 2531 and ask forKerri or Andre.-----------------------------------For Sale: Fischer RCRUniversal cross-countryskis; good for both skate andclassic;162 cm: for childrenapprox. 65-75lbs and/or 4’8” to 5’; excellent condition,$80 ($169 + tax new). CCM252 Tacks, size 5, excellentcondition, $35. White wireringette cage (youth size) withwhite CCM hockey helmet (sizesmall), $25. Call 613-730-4260.-----------------------------------Found / LostFound: prescription Ray Bansunglasses, Woodbine Placenear Fulton Avenue, in earlySeptember. Please call 613-667-9783 or email kquinn73@gmail.com.-----------------------------------Found: Women’s watch inWindsor Park this Springalong riverfront pathway fromBelmont Ave towards parkinterior. Silver/Gold strap. Fits alarger wrist. 613-730-0033.----------------------------------Pet SitterPet sitter available over theChristmas holidays. Local,experienced and reliable. CallDeclan at 613-730-4979GIBBON’S PAINTING & DECORATINGLocal House Painter - BondedWith 20 years experienceCustomer satisfactionALWAYS GUARANTEEDFor a free estimate pleasecall Rory 322-0109Ask about my $25 referral rebateBook now for your painting needsCLEAN THE RIGHT WAY• weekly, biweekly, and one timecleanings available• over 20 years experience• same 2 cleaners each visit• references available• Lesley Spate – 613-526-5773RELIABLE QUALITY CARERetired RPN. Relief for Family Caregiver. Private Duty. Palliative Care ProviderM.MoynahanHome: 613-730-4957Personal TrainingLooking for a CertifiedPersonal Trainer?I specialize in customizedexercise sessions forindividuals age 40 plus.Contact Lori:lapeppiatt@gmail.comFed up with dangerous drivers on Bank St?Own a video camera & tripod?Know a little about movie making and editing?Please contact me to help create a movie short toshow how crazy and dangerous drivers are on Bank St.with a view to making the situation better soon.Contact John at 613-730-9851

THE OSCARlOCTOBER 2013Page 39GARDEN CLUBSpring Bulbs — a Must for Every GardenBy Colin AshfordThe Old Ottawa South GardenClub started its 2013-2014 seasonof meetings in grand style with apresentation by Master GardenerMary Ann Van Berlo on springbulbs. Mary Ann is an activemember of the Master Gardenersof Ottawa-Carleton and has beenCoordinator of the society and theeditor of Trowel Talk — the newsletterof the society.The main focus of Mary Ann’spresentation was the naturalizationof bulbs — that is planting themso they will multiply and appearas if they are growing naturally;she also covered planting, maintenance,and pest control. Mary Annfirst made the case for bulbs: thatthey extend the gardening season;provide early spring colour; arelong lived; are easy to care for; andmultiply naturally. She went on tocategorize bulbs into minor bulbsthat are generally smaller, developinto smaller flowers, and multiplymore readily (e.g. scilla, galanthus,and anemone) and major bulbs thatare conversely larger, lead to largerflowers but are slower to multiply(e.g. tulips, narcissus, and allium).Mary Ann then proceeded with aseries of stunning photographs ofplants ranging from tiny snowdropsto three-foot alliums and verynearly everything in between. Inaddition to pictures of a bewilderingnumber of cultivars of narcissi,astoundingly colourful crocuses,and huge fields of tulips in theNetherlands, Mary Ann showedpictures of less common bulbs suchas camassia, eremurus, and anemone.Additionally Mary Ann touchedon fall bloomers such as fall crocus(Colchicum autumnal) and hardycyclamen (Cyclamen neopolitanumhederifolium).Mary Ann stressed the importanceof letting bulbs die downnaturally after flowering —braiding or knotting dyingleaves is a no-no — it inhibitsthe plant’s ability to photosynthesizeand store up energy fornext year (tulips and daffodilsneed to be dead-headed at thistime). Naturalizing (planting asif it had occurred on its own) isoften best achieved in a meadowor grass setting. Planting of bulbscan be achieved either by lifting thesod and planting the bulbs at therecommended depth or by usingan auger attached to a power drill.In both cases a sprinkling of bonemeal is recommended. After a fewyears, blooms may decline andovercrowding may be the problem.To alleviate this, Mary Ann recommendeddigging up the bulb clusterwhen the foliage is almost dead, dividingthe bulb cluster, and replantingwith more space in between thebulbs.Mary Ann then moved on thevexing question of pest control— and in particular controllingsquirrels. She noted that daffodils,allium, and fritillaria are mildlytoxic and squirrels and chipmunkslargely avoid them; for other bulbplantings she recommended aphysical barrier (chicken wire forlarge bulbs and horticultural nettingfor smaller bulbs), a sprinkling ofblood meal, or dog hair. Additionallytamping the soil down wellafter planting helps deter all but themost energetic squirrels.To wrap up her presentationMary Ann discussed forcing paperwhitesand hyacinths, illustratingher discussion with pictures of paperwhitesshe had grown indoorsin glass vases.The next meeting of theOld Ottawa South GardenClub will be on Tuesday 8October 2013 at 7.00 p.m.at the Old Ottawa SouthCommunity Centre (TheFirehall), 260 SunnysideAvenue, when Mary Reid, ofGreen Thumb Garden Centre(www.greenthumbgarden.ca),will discuss soil management —types of soil and how to amendthem using fertilizers, composting,and mulching.Tulipia Angelique background-Fritillaria Imperialis (above)PHOTOS BY MARY ANN VAN BERLO

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