22, 2026 • Volume 39, No. 18
Makayla Gleason, pictured here with Fallingbrook Community Association president Zybina Richards, was one of 26 young people to receive the Orléans Outstanding Youth Award during a ceremony on Jan. 11. See story page 3. STAFF PHOTO
Da Artisti will return to its regular business hours on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
By Fred Sherwin The Orléans Star
A proposed high-rise development at the northeast corner of Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. and Tweddle Road near Petrie Island is nearing final approval.
Fontenn Planning + Design, working on behalf of the TRIM Road 1 Limited Partnership, has submitted a Site Plan Control application to build four high-rise towers – three along the north side of Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. between Tweddle Road and the Brigil’s Petrie’s Landing development, and one on the east side of Tweddle Road between Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. and
the Petrie Island Marina.
The four podium-style high-rise towers range from 24 to 32 storeys, containing 1,257 dwelling units, commercial businesses on the ground floor, a pedestrian plaza and underground parking. The dwelling units would consist 310 one-bedroom, 608 one-bedroom plus a den, 334 two-bedroom and five threebedroom units.
Although the site is already zoned highdensity residential, the applicant is also asking for an amendment to establish the site as one lot for zoning purposes.
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Where creativity is embraced and experiments are celebrated.
Fused glass classes and workshops for groups and individuals.
OTTAWA – Ottawa city council has given staff the go ahead to negotiate, enter into and finalize an agreement to purchase the Capital Region Resource Recovery Centre, located on Boundary Road between Devine Road and Hwy. 417. The 373-acre site is currently owned by Taggart Miller Environmental Services. Although the site went through the necessary Ontario Ministry of Environment approval process in 2017, it has remained unused since then. During the development of the city’s new Solid Waste Master Plan last year, purchasing an existing site was one of the options put forward to deal with city’s future waste management needs. The city’s current landfill site on Trail Road is expected to reach its maximum capacity within 10-15 years. It would take at least that long to find a new site and go through the necessary approval process. Purchasing the Boundary Road site eliminates the need to start from ground zero and the political ramifications and fallout that inevitably ensue. It is still not known how much the Boundary Road site will cost, estimates put the price tag at between $250M and $450M. The motion to purchase the site passed by a margin of 20-5, with Orléans East-Cumberland councillor Matt Luloff and Orléans South-Navan councillor Catherine Kitts both voting against it.
ORLÉANS – Cairine Wilson Secondary School is holding their 50-year reunion on May 2. Students and teachers both past and present are invited to take part in the celebration which will include a number of activities including games, dinner and dancing. Tickets will go on sale on Feb. 17. Further details about the reunion will be posted on the Carine Wilson S.S. Alumni Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ groups/2212948479.
ORLEANS – Clear your schedule and loosen that belt — it’s time for the 4th Annual Orléans Chili Cookoff! Whether you like your chili mild and polite or life-questioning spicy, you’ll get to sample ten different chili creations on Sunday, February 1, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Taproom260 on Centrum Blvd. Ten brave community chefs will battle for chili glory and eternal bragging rights. And the best part is that it’s all for an amazing cause. Proceeds support Cleaning for a Reason (www.cleaningforareason.org), a nonprofit that provides free home cleaning for cancer patients across Canada and the U.S. Over the past three years, the Annual Orléans Chili Cookoff has raised over $20,000 (that’s a LOT of chili-powered kindness). This year, the organizers will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Ottawa Food Bank. Admission is just $10, which gets you a taste of all ten chili recipes and a raffle ticket. There will also be a 50/50 draw and silent auction and everyone is welcome! Come for the chili, stay for the cause…and leave wondering why you wore tight jeans. For more information, please contact John Riches at jkr2@sympatico.ca.
A proposed highrise development at Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. and Tweddle Road will include 1,257 units in four towers from 24 to 32 storeys in height. FILE
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There is nothing within the public documents submitted by Fontenn that would indicate whether or not the units would be condos or rentals.
The development would include an allseason plaza which would act as a gathering space for residents and visitors, incorporating programmable features and fixtures such as a playground and variable seating.
The development falls in line with the
Orléans Corridor Secondary Plan Study which allows for medium- and high-density buildings within close proximity to the O-Train extension along Hwy. 174 and the Trim Road LRT station.
The general public had until Jan. 21 to submit their comments on the application which will now go before the planning committee. Additional comments can still be submitted although they may not be included in the final report.
By Fred Sherwin
The Orléans Star
Twenty-six young people from across Orléans were honoured for their accomplishments in 2024 and 2025 during a special ceremony at École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges on Jan. 11.
The Orléans Outstanding Youth Awards were first established in 2005 as a way to recognize the outstanding achievements of local youth. All but two of the recipients were in attendance, as were more than 100 family and friends, the award sponsors and local VIPs.
The presentations were punctuated with performances by Vienna Vandoros, Liana Molinaro, Maria Steller, El Gowan and Julianna Labelle, all of whom are students at Sing House Studios.
Unlike other awards which have various categories, the Orléans Outstanding Youth Awards have no categories. Instead, they recognize youth who are outstanding in a number of areas including academics, athletics, community service and personal character.
This year’s recipients include:
• Sami Mufti, 15, St. Matthew HS
• Sarah Butts, 16, St. Peter HS
• Nylah Keshvani, 14, Colonel By SS
• Paige Lavictoire, 17, École secondaire catholique Béatrice Desloges
• Mallea McMullin, 16, École secondaire publique Louis-Riel
• Trinity Clarke,17, St. Matthew HS
• Adriana Larsen Grivjalva, 15, École secondaire catholique Plantagenet
• Éloïse Boutin, 16, École secondaire catholique Garneau
• MacKenzie Joanisse, 16, Cairine Wilson Secondary School
• Aya Abulhassan, 15, St. Peter HS
• Aaliyah Gurran, 15, St. Peter HS
• Mishaal Haider, 16, Cairine Wilson Secondary School
• Jean-Louis Bourgeois, 15, École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges
• Martin Gagnon, 16, École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges
• Abigail Carson, 15, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School
• Annika Jacque, 16, Cairine Wilson Secondary School
• Seneth Athula, 16, St. Peter HS
• Tyrese Pereira, 16, St. Josephine Virtual High School
• Will Reynaert, 13, St. Peter HS
• Anika Suthakaran, 16, Cairine Wilson Secondary School
• Makayla Gleason, 18, St. Peter HS
Twenty-six young people from across Orléans gathered at École secondaire Béatrice-Desloges on Jan. 11 to receive one of this year’s Orléans Outstanding Youth Awards. FRED SHERWIN PHOTO
• Yassine Soudani, 16, École secondaire publique Gisèle-Lalonde
• Zoe Williams, 16, Cairine Wilson SS
• Jason Clarke, 15, St. Peter HS
• Julianna Labelle, 10, St. Patrick’s ES
This year’s awards would not have been possible without the support of presenting sponsors Richcraft Homes, Collège La Cité,
Université St-Paul and MIFO, Gold Level sponsors M.L. Bradley Inc. and Sobeys Trim & Innes, and the various individual award sponsors.
The accomplishments of each recipient will be published in the Orléans Star over the coming weeks. You can also see them at https://orleansonline.ca/pages/OYA recipients_2025.htm.
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Last Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese president Xi Jinping put a cap on bilateral trade talks by agreeing to lower tariffs on electronic vehicles and a number of agricultural products including canola oil of which Canada is one of the leading producers in the world.
Under the agreement reached between the two countries Canada will lower tariffs on Chinese EV vehicles from 100 per cent to 6.1 per cent. In return, China will eliminate its existing tariffs on Canadian farm and food products such as canola oil and meal used to feed livestock.
This will equate to a $2.6 boom for Canadian farmers. It also means Canadian farmers will be much less reliable on the fickle American market and Donald Trump’s yo-yo tariffs.
The more Canada lessens its reliance on the American market the better. You can never eliminate it altogether, but it’s good to have a plan B. By now, most people know that it’s not the Canadian producers and farmers who pay the tariffs, it’s the American consumer. The only problem is that when the tariffs go up, prices go up and when prices go up consumption goes down exports to the U.S. dry up.
Even more troublesome is Trump’s propensity to implement tariffs and increase them on a whim. It doesn’t instill confidence in what has been a fairly reliable trade partnership, at least until Donald Trump.
That is why seeking other bilateral deals is a prudent policy. Since Trump first started his tariff wars, Canada has negotiated trading deals with the United Arab Emirates, Mexico, South Korea and Chile with the goal of doubling non-U.S. exports over the next decade and unleashing $1 trillion in new investment over five years.
Say what you want about Mark Carney or the Liberal government, lessening our dependence on American trade is a good thing, if for no other reason that it uncouples us from the whims of a president who is destroying his own economy and trying to take the rest of the world down with them.
Of course, we can never fully divorce ourselves from bilateral trade with our neighbours to the south. They will always be our largest trading partner – that will never change. But if the last 12 months have taught us anything, it is that we can’t rely on the status quo, if for no other reason that the status quo no longer exists. Trump has made sure of that.
So the best course of action is to seek out bilateral trade agreements with other countries, especially countries that share our same concerns and are just as negatively impacted by the mad president and his herkyjerky economic policies.
It’s good for Canada. It’s good for our economy. And it’s good for our future.
– Fred Sherwin
Happy New Year 2026, Orléans! I hope you and your loved ones enjoyed a joyful Christmas and a restful holiday season.
Canada’s economic strength has always been built on the talent, dedication, and innovation of Canadian workers. In a period of global uncertainty and evolving trade relationships, strengthening our domestic industrial base is more important than ever. That is why the Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement announced the implementation of Canada’s new Buy Canadian Policy, a key commitment of Budget 2025: Canada Strong.
In effect since Dec. 16, 2025, the Policy on Prioritizing Canadian Suppliers and Canadian Content in Strategic Procurement represents a significant shift toward using federal procurement to reinforce Canada’s economic resilience.
investment. As the world’s second-largest economy, China presents important opportunities for Canada. Last week, Prime Minister Carney visited Beijing and established a new strategic partnership with China to deepen cooperation in energy, clean technology, and climate competitiveness, reduce trade barriers and tariffs, and advance constructive engagement on public safety and security. Canada is also moving forward with a transformative high-speed rail project in the Toronto–Québec City corridor. Known as Alto, this network will span nearly 1,000 kilometres, reach speeds of up to 300 km/h, and cut travel times in half. Residents are invited to meet the Alto team at an open house at Bayview Yards in Ottawa on Jan. 21 and 22 to share their ideas. More information is available at: altotrain. ca/en/public-consultation/open-house.
Jody Maffett Editor The Orléans Star
Fred Sherwin Owner and publisher fsherwin@orleansstar.ca
Jean-Marc Pacelli Editor L’Orléanais
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This policy provides a clear and measurable advantage to businesses with a meaningful footprint in Canada, those that invest locally, employ Canadian workers, and contribute to our communities. Federal procurement will now prioritize bids with higher Canadian content, including manufacturing, research and development, and other economic activities carried out here at home.
At the same time, the government continues to diversify trade partnerships and attract new
January 21 also marks Bell Let’s Talk Day. The federal government is investing up to $120.2 million over the next two years to support the continued operations of the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, a vital, life-saving service for Canadians in distress. Finally, nominations for the Orléans Leading Women and Girls Recognition Awards close on Feb. 9. To request a nomination form, please email Marie-France.Lalonde@parl.gc.ca
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As much as I would love to refrain from writing about international events in this space, recent happenings have made it dang impossible not to.
In the time before Donald Trump, most people in the world could depend on a certain order to things. Canada and the United States were the best of friends and together we were part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO, which had a mutual defence pact which meant we basically had each other’s back.
As allies of the United States of America we contributed our share of forces to the war in Afghanistan, during which 158 members of the Canadian military lost their lives.
Never in a million years did anyone predict that we would become adversaries. But that was before Trump, or at least before the current version of the man who would tear the new world order apart.
During Trump’s first term in office, there were certain guardrails in place, not the least of which was his desire to get re-elected.
Now in his second time around, there are no guardrails...absolutely none. When asked if he saw any limit to his power, he said he was own limited by his own morality. This coming from the most immoral person in the world.
Fred Sherwin
He doesn’t see himself as being limited by either the U.S. Constitution or the courts, both of which he simply ignores if either fail to fall in line with his own desires.
In terms of Trump’s international view of things, he sees the United States as being all powerful and he’s not afraid to demonstrate that view whenever he feels like it.
He demonstrated that with all to see when he used the American military to bomb the Venezuelan capital of Caracas and seize president Nicolás Maduro in a major breach of international law. Of course, it’s not as if there hasn’t been a precedence for such a move. George Bush Sr. invaded Panama in 1989 to seize Manuel Noriega and put him on trial. The only difference is the Americans under Bush had no intention of taking over the country.
Trump, on the other hand, used the
apprehension of Maduro as a front. His real goal was to take over Venezuela’s oil reserves and try to force regime change in Cuba which is fully dependent on Venezuelan oil to fuel their teetering economy. Without Venezuela’s oil, Cuba, which is already experiencing regular blackouts, is at risk of being plunged into total darkness.
And now Trump is setting his sights on Greenland. Annexing Greenland is something he mused about in the lead-up to his swearing-in ceremony last January along with making Canada the 51st state.
While his statements ruffled a lot of feathers, especially here in Canada, the general sentiment was one of bemusement.
All that has changed since Venezuela. Denmark and the rest of NATO are taking his threats to annex Greenland so seriously that they are sending troops to the island for a joint military exercise in a show of unity.
Unfortunately, Canada has decided not to take part. Unfortunate because if Trump follows through on his threat to annex Greenland, Canada could be the next country on his list.
I know it sounds far-fetched, but so does the idea of the United States invading Greenland.
Trump’s reasoning for wanting to take over Greenland is to strengthen America’s national security. But there is another train of thought that he wants to do it to put a claim on Greenland’s natural resources.
Both of those cases could be used as an argument to annex our own country, or to at least annex the arctic which is just as rich in natural resources as Greenland, and there a heck of a lot easier to get to. And what’s to stop him. Certainly not the folks that occupy the House of Commons. And it’s doubtful that our military would, or could do anything about it.
Our entire border lies unprotected.
Queen Victoria picked Ottawa as our capital because of its distance from the United States border compared to Kingston, which was also under consideration. But that was back in the day when transportation was limited to the horse and buggy. Today, American troops could take over all of our border crossings and seize Parliament Hill before you can say the first three words of “the Americans are coming.”
I no longer view Trump turning Canada into the 51st state as an idle threat. There’s absolutely no telling what this unhinged lunatic is libel to do. And if that doesn’t make you lose sleep at night nothing will.
Behind every public role is a life being lived quietly and imperfectly.
While we are often reduced to our titles or responsibilities, it is important to remember that behind every role is a personal life. We carry families, friendships, worries, hopes and private struggles alongside our public work. Like everyone else, we move through uncertainty, learn as we go and try to do our best in moments that are not always easy.
They do not define us, but they do remind us that we are all fighting battles that are not obvious from the outside.
Public visibility can flatten that reality. It can turn people into symbols rather than neighbours, and moments into labels rather than lessons. When personal challenges become visible, the scrutiny can be intense. Too often, empathy gives way to assumption, and disagreement hardens into something unkind. We would all benefit from being more graceful with one another.
Each of us comes from a different background. Some carry the weight of difficult life experiences, loss, health challenges or circumstances that shape how we see the world. Many of these struggles are unseen.
None of us is at our best all the time. Sometimes we fall short of our own standards. Sometimes we say the wrong thing, make imperfect choices, or realize in hindsight that we could have handled a moment better. Growth often begins there, in reflection rather than certainty. Strong communities understand this. They allow room for people to learn, to recalibrate, and to keep moving forward. They are built not on perfection, but on the shared recognition that we are all works in progress.
Community life works best when it is grounded in humanity. When we remember that behind every role is a person doing their best in real time. Disagreement will always exist, but compassion is what keeps us connected.
If we can offer a little more patience, a little more kindness, and a little more grace, we make space for stronger communities and healthier conversations for everyone.
Happy New Year Orléans South—Navan! January offers a brief pause to reflect, and looking back on 2025, I’m proud of what we accomplished together. It was a demanding and deeply rewarding year that delivered real, tangible progress for our community.
The key focus of 2025 was transportation infrastructure. The year began with my public inquiry into the geographic imbalance in road infrastructure investment, which was a city-wide turning point in shining a long-overdue light on east-end funding inequities. That work fed directly into my advocacy around the Transportation Master Plan, where I pushed hard for Ward 19 projects to be prioritized.
the scenes, I worked relentlessly to manage major closures on Navan Rd and Brian Coburn Blvd.
Accessibility was another important priority of mine. My motion on inclusive parks was added to the City’s corporate work plan, and funding from my office helped deliver an accessible Sway Fun Slide in Bradley Estates.
I was also proud to support the Navan Pavilion Project from concept to completion and to secure consecutive years of funding to keep the François Dupuis District Park expansion on track for spring 2026.
You showed up in record numbers during all three rounds of public engagement, leading the city and helping secure key commitments.
We saw shovels in the ground at the Navan and Milton roundabout, signalization at Innes and Lamarche, Aquaview Parkette, and progress at Mer Bleue/Décœur. Behind
In our rural area, I pushed forward action on long-standing flooding issues through the Bear Brook watershed work, and better outcomes from the water rate review.
Other highlights include piloting new approaches to transit, supporting community associations, local businesses, and countless events that bring us together.
It was a busy year, and 2026 will be no different, but that’s exactly how I like it. Cheers to the year ahead!
By Jody Maffett
The Orléans Star
The Shenkman Arts Centre will play host to a number of great shows next month with something to offer everyone including live music, theatre and children’s entertainment.
The month will kick off on Sunday, Feb. 1 with performance by the Persian singer Rana Mansour who specializes in
classical Persian music blended with modern influences. Ticket prices range from $58.50 to $94.50.
On Saturday, Feb. 7, Canadian magician Michael Conway will mesmerize the audience with an entertaining mix of non-stop comedy, magic, and illusion. Tickets are $32.25 for adults and $26.60 for children 12 and under and seniors.
On the following day the Fête Frissons will take over the Shenkman Arts Centre as part of Ottawa’s Winterlude celebrations..
The annual family friendly event will include live performances, artistic demonstrations and workshops, and storytelling. The event is is generously sponsored by the Heart of Orléans BIA and Articipate and is free for everyone.
On Wednesday, Feb. 11 the ongoing Matinee Café series will present the improvisational vocal stylings of Ottawa’s own Kellylee Evans. Enjoy an hour of live music by the 2025 Juno Award nominee for
Vocal Jazz Album of the Year, with coffee and treats after the show. Tickets are $20 per person. Please note that the show begins at 2 p.m. in the Richcraft Theatre.
On Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14 pianist extraordinaire Jeff Brewer will pay tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John in a pair of performances at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. The evening performance is sold out, but there are still a limited number of single tickets available for the matinee performance.
On Thursday, Feb. 19, franco-ontarian artist Melissa Ouimet will bring her SOS show to the Shenkman Arts Centre. With her blend of pop, rock and neo-soul, Ouimet
will perform hits like “Sans tomber” and “In Love Again” as well as her most recent single “Un peu moins que nous”.
A limited number of tickets are still available for $28.75.
On Saturday, Feb. 21, children’s entertainer, Doktor Kaboom, will keep his young audience on the edge of their seats and rolling with laughter with his mix of science and comedy. Tickets are $30.
On Friday, Feb 27, Carolyn Taylor of the Baroness von Sketch Show, and Pat Kelly and Peter Oldring from CBC’s “This and That” show will combine their comedic talents for “A Perfectly Reasonable Night of Comedy”. Tickets prices range from $20 to $52.
Last, but by no means least, the month will draw to a close on Sarturday, Feb. 28 with a tribute concert featuring the music of Dolly Parton, Reba McEntyre and Shania Twain in a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry. Tickets are $51.70.
Tickets for all the shows can be purchased either in person, or through the online box office at www.shenkmanarts.ca.
A complete schedule of all the shows coming to the Shenkman Arts Centre is also available on the site under events.
I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and were able to spend quality time with friends and family. This is the perfect time to get out and enjoy everything that makes Ward 1 such an amazing place to live, work, and play by taking part in some of the great winter activities the east end has to offer. Consider exploring the Ski Heritage East trails, checking out some of our fantastic toboggan hills in local parks, or visiting an outdoor rink near you — all of which are maintained and operated by an incredible network of volunteers.
It has been a busy but rewarding start to the year as I’ve met with City staff and residents to discuss and work on the issues that matter most to you.
As we look ahead to the rest of the year, there are several important deadlines and engagement opportunities you’ll want to keep on your radar:
• Registration for March Break camps: opens Tuesday, January 20 at 9:00 PM
• Final Council Vote on New Zoning By-Law: January 28
• Registration for spring swimming and aquatics: opens Tuesday, February 10 at 9:00 PM
• Registration for spring recreation, arts, and virtual activities: opens Thursday, February 12 at 9:00 PM
• Registration for summer camps: opens Thursday, February 26 at 9:00 PM
• Vacant Unit Tax declaration deadline: March 19
• Interim Tax Bill due: March 19
• Final Tax Bill due: June (date TBD)
• Municipal Election: October 26
Make sure to mark these dates and opportunities in your calendar to stay informed and involved throughout the year!
Presented by Councillors Catherine Kitts & Matt Luloff
February 12, 2026 | 1-3 PM
Notre-Dames-des-Champs Community Hall (3659 Navan Road)
You’re invited to join us for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, delightful snacks, and fun entertainment! Individual registration required at
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If you are looking for a unique artistic experience, then you should consider taking a fused glass class at the Da Artisti Studio and Gallery in Cumberland Village.
Fusing is the heating of two or more pieces of glass in a kiln so that they melt together to form one piece. The result is an object that has a stained glass quality with colour and texture, but without the leading that is required in making stained glass. You can also do a lot more with fused glass. You can make dishes and decorative panels, or jewelry or use it as an embellishment for other objects like night lights.
The 1-on-1 and group classes at Da Artisti are taught by owner Wendy Canci, who is an accomplished fused glass artist in her own right. Each class is three hours long, during which you will make your own fused glass creation.
In the introductory class, you will make a 5” x 10” platter, and a soap dish. In the intermediate class, you will learn to cut circles and make a 12” bowl using glass enamels, or glass powders. If you don’t have three hours to spare, you have the option of taking one of Da Artisti’s workshops which range from 90 minutes to two hours. Depending on the workshop you have the option of making a 5” x 10” suncatcher for $65, or four Christmas ornaments because it’s never too early.
All of the classes are ongoing, but take place on demand. To reserve a spot, simply call the studio at 613-833-2565. Better yet, you can drop by the Cumberland Village gallery at 2565 Old Montreal Rd., chat with Wendy and browse through some of the many unique pieces produced by local artists and artisans.
In establishing the studio and gallery five years ago, Wendy’s goal was to create a judgement-free environment where creativity is embraced and experiments are celebrated. It’s that environment that makes Da Artisti so welcoming to aspiring artists, even if those aspiring artists are looking to express their inner creativity for the first time.
you’ll be able to come in and play in our studio!
We also have a breathtaking gallery for accomplished and up-and-coming artists to display their completed works of art. Stop in and admire the work of our local artists.
After more than 32 years, the Little Turkish Village restaurant on St. Joseph Blvd.is still serving up delicious food including some of the best beef, chicken and lamb kebabs in the city and the very best lamb burger anywhere, according to Orléans Star publisher Fred Sherwin.
If it is traditional Turkish food you are looking for, then you need to look no further than Little Turkish Village. Besides the kebabs and lamb burger, the dinner menu includes such Turkish delights as Yougourtlu Shish Kofte which is charcoal-broiled ground beef marinated in Turkish spices and hand-rolled. It is then sliced and served on top of yogurt made in-house and garnished with a small skewer of lamb kebab.
Other mouth-watering delicacies include Classic Pirzola lamb chops; the Fillet of Sole, the Turkish Balik which is a Rainbow Trout fillet seasoned with Turkish spices and charcoaled grilled, and chicken wings made Turkish Village style.
And no meal at Little Turkish Village would be complete without dessert which includes homemade baklava, katif, mango fruit pudding and home-made cheesecake.
Owner Sunil Kurichh and his staff are dedicated to providing their customers with friendly and attentive service in their newly renovated and air-conditioned dining room.
The restaurant is located at the corner of St. Joseph Blvd. and Grey Nuns Avenue. They are open for both lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday; 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday; and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday.
You can also enjoy your favourite Turkish Village dish at home by ordering directly through their website at turkishvillage.ca or by calling 613-824-5557. You can pick it up yourself or use any of the popular delivery services.
At Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre, Dr. Chantal Plant and her team have a wellearned reputation for providing exceptional dental care with the utmost sensitivity to patients of all ages, as well as their family members.
For many, visiting the dentist can come with a sense of anxiety, especially for young children and their parents experiencing it for the first time. Dr. Plant has made it her mission to ensure that dental visits are positive and stress-free. With over 25 years of experience treating anxious patients, she has developed a calm, gentle approach that often results in patients looking forward to their appointments.
Getting to know each patient and understanding their concerns allows Dr. Plant to tailor her approach to help them feel at ease. One effective technique she uses is giving patients a way to signal her – like raising a hand – to pause treatment and take a short break. Clear, step-by-step communication throughout each procedure also helps reduce uncertainty and anxiety.
For patients who need additional support, nitrous oxide (commonly known as laughing gas) is offered as a safe and effective option to promote relaxation.
When treating children, Dr. Plant and her team, are especially mindful of their feelings and behaviours. She uses kid-friendly language and the “show-and-tell” technique to explain what is happening in a way that helps young patients feel understood, safe, and respected. Creating a sense of trust is key to helping children build positive dental habits that last a lifetime.
Dr. Plant and her team offer a wide range of services and use state-of-the-art technology to enhance patient comfort. This includes advanced tools like digital scanners and 3D printing, which provide precise, comfortable care without the need for traditional impressions. Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre also proudly supports families enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Program (CDCP), ensuring access to quality care for all.
Don’t put off your dental care – it’s a key part of your overall health and well-being. Call 613-834-5959 or visit ottawafamilydentist.com to book an appointment. It’s the first step toward a ful“filling” experience!
The roots of the Orléans-based law firm Grandmaitre Virgo Evans Lawyers/Avocats go back a long way - more than four decades in fact, when founder Gerry Dust opened the practice in 1979. In the early 1990s, he teamed up with Brad Evans and the firm became Dust Evans.
Over the next 20 years, the two men turned the firm into one of the most pre-eminent law practices in Orléans, specializing, in Real Estate Law, Wills and Estates Law and Corporate/Commercial Law.
In early 2011, Phil Grandmaitre’s name was added to the partnership. He began working at the firm as a student in 2003 and was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2006.
Josée Cameron-Virgo began her career with Dust Evans in 2002 and, after spending several years with the Ottawa office of a national law firm, re-joined the Dust Evans Grandmaitre family as a partner in the fall of 2011.
Today, the firm continues to specialize in Real Estate Law, Wills and Estates Law and Corporate/Commercial Law.
As leaders in the community, Phil and Josée are committed to supporting the community that supports them, in any way they can, following a tradition first started by Gerry Dust who was one of the founding directors of the Orléans Chamber of Commerce and was in too many endeavours to list.
Brad Evans, who has recently retired, is a past chair of the Ottawa Mission and the Heart of Orléans BIA, and a former Board Member of Arts Ottawa East.
Josée is a past director of the Ottawa Sport Council, the Orléans Chamber of Commerce and past secretary and director of the Ottawa TFC soccer club.
Phil is a past president and current member of the Navan Community Association, a past member of the now defunct Business Club d’Orléans and past member of the board of directors of the Montfort Hospital Foundation. Phil currently coaches multiple sports teams with which his kids are involved and is the past President of the Pioneer League, the Navan Minor Ball Association and is heavily involved with Vars Minor Fastball.
The firm is proud of its past and ongoing contributions to Orléans and its surrounding areas. It is committed to continuing the tradition of supporting the community that has supported it for over 45 years.
Whether you are buying or selling a property, getting started in business or need estate planning or administration advice, Grandmaitre Virgo Evans Lawyers/Avocats has the expertise to make the process as stress-free as possible. You can reach them by calling 613-837-1010 or you can visit their website at gvelaw.ca.
Since first opening on Boxing Day 2016, Caravela Restaurante and its owner Fernando Diniz have earned a reputation for delivering healthy, hearty Portuguese cuisine that has earned the establishment a long list of repeat customers for which they are truly grateful.
“We have made a lot of good friends since we first opened,” says Diniz. “Many of our customers come back two or three times a month.”
The long list of regular clients is a tribute to the food and family-friendly service delivered by Diniz and his staff, starting with Chef Nabil and manager Henrique “Rico” Sousa who used to work at the El Meson.
Diniz hails from Teceira located in the Azores, which is known for their reliance on the sea and everything in it.
Among the many specialties on Caravela’s menu are Shrimp and Scallops, Grilled Octopus, Sea Bass, Seafood Cataplana and Fernando’s Platter which includes lobster, shrimp, baby clams and 20 mussels. They also have a number of seafood appetizers including Grilled Octopus, Cod Cakes, Shrimp Cakes and Garlic Shrimp. Caravela has also become famous for its Seafood Chowder which is arguably among the best in Ottawa.
Caravela is currently ranked as the 8th best seafood restaurant in Ottawa by Tripadvisor, even though it is not primarily a seafood establishment. For non-seafood lovers, Caravela serves up an outstanding Lamb Shank, Braised Rabbit, sumptuous Chicken Piri-Piri and Alcatra, which is a Portuguese pot roast. They can even make a delicious Paella for two or four, but it has to be ordered ahead of time. Most of the items on the menu can be ordered with no spice, medium spice or hot and spicy.
Enjoying a meal from Restaurante Caravela is like dining at any quality restaurant in Porto, Lisbon, Algarve or the Azores.
“We often get compliments from people who have been to Portugal and they tell us that when they eat our food they are immediately transported back in time. It’s like reliving their memories all over again,” says Diniz.
You can check out Caravela’s latest menu at caravelarestaurante.ca. Because of the restaurant’s popularity, reservations for Thursday, Friday and Saturday night are a must. Caravela Restaurante is located at 3712 Innes Rd. next to Food Basics.
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 12 noon to close 2 seatings Friday and Saturday at 5:15 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. For reservations call 613-424-9200
Special lunch menu available Tuesday to Friday from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
With more than 62 years of combined experience in selling and installing fireplaces of every type and model, the father and son team of Mike and Jason Pilon have a well-established reputation for meeting and often exceeding their clients’ expectations. It’s one of the reasons why they have a 4.9 star rating on Google with 249 reviews. It’s also the reason why so many of their new clients are referred to them by existing customers.
“It’s probably the most rewarding part of the job,” says Mike Pilon, who sold fireplaces in Cornwall for 31 years before moving to Orléans in 2009. “When someone says, ‘Oh, so-and-so told me I should come here,’ you know you’re doing things right, especially when you think a fireplace should last a lifetime. We get a lot of repeat customers who want to add an additional fireplace or have moved to another home.”
The biggest advantage to buying your next fireplace at Romantic, besides their selection of quality natural gas, propane, wood fireplaces and wood stoves is the fact that they do their own installation, including mantles and hearths. There are no sub-contractors involved. Their after-sales service is also second to none. In fact, Mike and Jason make it a point to check in with their customers from time to time to make sure everything is working to their standards...and the customer’s satisfaction.
The first step to buying a new fireplace at Romantic is to visit their showroom located in the Canotek Business Park. You can drop in anytime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Since the owners are the salespeople, you will be greeted by either Mike or Jason, who will be happy to explain the pros and cons of the different types of fireplaces in meeting your needs and your budget. In most cases they will give you three options – good, better and best. The decision is then up to you. Mike can also help to design the enclosure for your new fireplace to match your existing decor in your home.
After the initial consultation, either Mike or Jason will visit your home to see the room the fireplace is going in for themselves to further ensure that you are making the right purchase and to give you an accurate final quote. It should also be noted that they are proud supporters of Canadian manufacturers, Enviro and Pacific Energy. Romantic Fireplaces is located at 5380 Canotek Rd. Unit 7. To get to the Canotek Business Park exit Hwy. 174 at Montreal Road. You can also visit their website at romanticfireplaces.com.
If y can dream it, we can build it!
If you’re an audio-visual buff, or just someone who wants to upgrade their home entertainment system with the latest in audio and visual technology, then you need to visit the Sound & Sight showroom on St. Joseph Blvd.
Sound & Sight is the premier home entertainment and Smart Home technology store in the east end, bar none. The store is locally owned and operated by Jason Miller, who has over 30 years experience in the audio-visual and home entertainment industry.
Jason can help turn your audiovisual dreams into reality by working with you in developing a concept, coming up with the design elements and putting all the pieces in place. From putting together multi-room sound systems to stateof-the-art home theatre set ups, Jason can turn your home into a Sound & Sight oasis.
They carry all the leading brands of audio-visual equipment, including Canadianmade Totem speakers and the complete line of Arcam integrated amplifiers, AV receivers and CD players. They also carry all well-known brands like Samsung, Sony, Harmon Kardon, Mission and Sonos.
Beyond the audio-visual, Sound & Sight also equips your home with all the latest Smart Home technology, including remote-controlled, motorized blinds by Hunter Douglas, security and surveillance systems, Smart Home HVAC controls, lighting controls and home networking systems.
And they’re a licensed dealer for Panasonic and Human Touch massage chairs as well as Jaymar recliners and theatre seating.
As you can see, Sound & Sight is more than just an audio visual store.
To get a taste of all they have to offer, visit their website at soundsight.ca which has several links to videos that are bound to spark your imagination. You can also visit their Facebook page @soundsight.ca.
But if you want to take advantage of their ongoing special deals and pricing on everything from flat screen TVs to sound bars and speakers, you need to visit their showroom at 2688 St. Joseph Blvd. at the corner of Orléans Blvd. across from the TD bank.
Providing excellence in legal services to Orléans and the surrounding community has always been a priority for Riopelle Group Professional Corporation.
Riopelle Group has a well-earned reputation for providing outstanding services and no-surprise, all-inclusive pricing for all residential real estate transactions.
“We feel it’s important clients know exactly what to expect when it comes to costs associated with their residential real estate transaction,” says senior partner Robert Riopelle.
“For many of our clients, this is the biggest financial investment they will make in their lifetime, and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by finances. We take the guesswork out of the equation and provide a clear breakdown of cost so there are no surprises.”
Riopelle Group lawyers also practise family law, corporate and commercial law, and wills and estates. In 2021, Riopelle Group moved to 500 Lacolle Way in the Taylor Creek Business Park which has plenty of parking spaces for their ever-expanding list of clients.
“We wanted to better serve our clients and grow our business,” says Riopelle. “Our future is here and our plans to grow are based on our commitment to Orleans, the surrounding areas, and the people who live here.”
Whether buying or selling a business or dealing with difficult disputes or emotional matters such as divorce, custody or death, Riopelle Group can help. Call Riopelle Group at 613-834-4800 or visit their website at www.rglaw.ca.
Orléans residents are truly fortunate to have the premier foot care clinic in the entire Ottawa region right here in their own back yard. The Orléans Dynamic Foot Clinic can diagnose and treat virtually any type of foot ailment including corns and calluses, bunions, Morton’s Neuroma, plantar fasciitis, Athlete’s Foot, heel spurs, ingrown toenails and planter warts.
Led by Mélissa Clouthier-Chatel, who has a Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine, the team of foot care specialists at the clinic can help you find the relief you are looking for to enjoy the quality of life you deserve. Chiropodists Anna Grynechko and Katie Kroupskaia round out the team, which also includes office manager Lucie Quinn.
With foot and back pain, many people make an incorrect self-diagnosis which often leads to the situation getting worse. The foot care specialists at the Orléans Dynamic Foot Clinic will perform a thorough examination using the latest technology to provide a diagnosis and recommend the appropriate treatment which is often covered by your health insurance.
In most cases, orthotics, custom made to your feet, will solve the problem and provide the relief you are so desperately looking for. A properly made orthotic allows for the foot’s natural range of motion but limits bad tendencies in movement, returning the foot to its optimal position and functioning. The Orléans Dynamic Foot Clinic uses CryoVizion technology to perform a non-invasive examination of your lower body and feet. Through 3D imaging, they can then create an optimized fit for your orthotics which can make all the difference in the world.
You shouldn’t have to spend the rest of your life walking in pain. Healthier feet means happier days. Be kind to yourself and book an appointment at the Orléans Foot Clinic today. You can find their website at orleansfootclinic.com.
Pantry Plus Health Foods, Orléans oldest and most trusted natural food store, is turning 35 this year. The family-run business first opened its doors in 1991 as a bulk food store.
Gilles and Lynda Chénier had been operating a bulk food store in Sault St. Marie when they decided to move to Orléans. They chose a location close to home on St. Joseph Blvd. near the corner of Orléans Blvd. and the store has been there ever since.
Gilles and Lynda are both retired now. Their daughter Natalie took over the dayto-day operation of the store in 2015. You could say that she grew up in the place. She was only 14 when it first opened and she would often spend her weekends stocking the shelves. Today, her 18-year-old son, Noah helps out around the store.
A lot has changed over the years. After starting off as a bulk food store, Pantry Plus Health Foods has been constantly evolving to meet their customers’ needs.
Initially, they began bringing in more organic items. Then they started stocking more supplements and other health and wellness-oriented products like essential oils, herbals and organic hair and skin products. They are a member of the Health First Network, Canada’s leading independent group of health food stores, and the Canadian Health Food Association, the voice of the Natural Product Industry.
Custom orthotics
• Hip, knee, back and heel pain
• Flat feet
• Corns/calluses/warts
• Ingrown nail surgery
Fungal nail & laser treatment
• Diabetic foot care
• Xrays
*Our services are covered by most private insurance plans
But the most important service they provide their customers is advice. They have two nutritionists on staff, at least one of whom is always on hand to answer questions, or more importantly, to debunk the vast amount of disinformation that can often be found on social media. Natalie Chénier.
“Our customers trust us to give them sound advice and to help them in their journey to live healthier lives. It’s a responsibility we take very seriously” says Natalie.
One of the key pieces of advice they give their customers is to consult their family physician when considering taking any supplement, especially if they’re already on a prescribed medication. Their Nutritionists understand the various supplements, the benefits they can provide and the possible side effects they may cause. It’s become one of the most important components of the store, if not the most important component.
Pantry Plus Health Foods is located at 2433 St. Joseph Blvd., just east of Orléans Blvd. The store is open from 10-6 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 10-5p.m. on Saturday. They are closed Sundays. 2433 St. Joseph Blvd. www.pantryplus.ca
When it comes to providing honest service for honest value, no one delivers more on that promise than the folks at Precision Automotive where customer service is there number one priorities.
With 10 bays, six licensed technicians and three apprentice technicians, Precision Automotive is the largest service centre in Orléans. It’s also the perfect place to give your car a mid-winter check-up.
The trained technicians at Precision can check all your fluid conditions and levels, the condition of your tires and tire pressure, as well as all of your drive belts and hoses. They can also inspect your brakes, suspension, exhaust and even your heating system. All these things can potentially cause major problems, especially during the winter. As the saying goes “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”, or in this case potentially an expensive towing bill and hundreds of dollars in repairs that could have easily been avoided with a trip to Precision.
Providing peace of mind for you and your family is what Precision Automotive is all about. Owner Rob Brouwer and his staff have been providing peace of mind, along with honest service for honest value for over 30 years. They offer an industry-leading 2-year/40,000km warranty on most newly installed parts and labour.
Why not take advantage of their expertise and have your vehicle checked out today to avoid the chance of a possible headache tomorrow?
You can either drop your car off personally, or you can take advantage of their contact-free pick-up and drop-off service.
Precision Automotive is located at 385 Vantage Dr., behind the McDonald’s restaurant at Innes and Tenth Line. You can also check out their web site at precisionautomotive.ca or call them at 613-841-5550. Happy motoring!
“We are commited
to
providing
honest service for an honest price.” – Rob Brouwer, Owner
385 Vantage Dr., Orléans near Innes and Tenth Line Rd. behind the McDonald’s www.precisionautomotive.ca
Phone: 613-841-5550
There is a place in Orléans where photography and photographs are treated with a reverence that is a throwback to the pre-digital days when people used to take pictures with actual film and prints were made in darkrooms.
Michael Willems Photo is located in the Place d’Orléans Shopping Centre near where the former Bay store was. Its owners, Michael Willems and John Heitshu and the rest of the team are committed to providing a personalized service to their customers, which includes portraits, passport photos and photos for all other forms of ID, customized printing of all sizes including poster size prints 36” wide by any length you wish. They also specialize in framing and photo restoration – and their prices are incredibly reasonable.
Willems has been a photographer for most of his adult life. After a lengthy period teaching photography at Algonquin College, Sheridan College. He opened the Place d’Orléans studio in August 2019.
The secret to the studio’s success is the sheer quality of their work. Customers who want prints made from existing photos on their smartphone often sit side-byside with Willems as he crops and enhances their photo to end up with the best pictures possible. The same applies to customers who have photos they need restored. Willems and the team can work miracles and make the impossible possible when it comes to photo restoration. No matter the damage, they can fix it so that the end product is close to perfection.
Another area of expertise is their passport photos. They take the best passport photos in town, hands down. No appointment is necessary and it takes just five minutes. Willems also offers private photography lessons. Whether you are just a beginner or have been taking your own photos for years, Willems can help take your picture-taking skills to the next level.
To find out everything Michael Willems Photo has to offer visit their website at michaelwillemsphoto.com, or simply drop by the studio in the Place d’Orléans Shopping Centre.
S.G. Printing and Stichco Embroidery have been fulfilling their clients’ printing and embroidery needs since 1989.
From business cards and letterhead to full-colour brochures and signs both large and small, you can be certain you’ll get the best in quality design and reproduction at competitive rates at S.G. Printing. The same is true for embroidered items and promotional materials including polo shirts, sports mugs, pens, mouse pads etc.
Since relocating to their new location in the Cantotek Business Park last spring, owners Stéphane and Angèle Gratton haven’t skipped a beat. They still offer the same personal service that has earned them a loyal clientele.
As local business people with deep roots in the community, the Grattons are truly committed to providing their customers quality service with a personal touch. “We treat all of our customers the same no matter who they are or the size of the job. No job is too big or too small,” says Stéphane.
The continued growth of the two companies is largely due to referrals and the couple’s commitment to providing quality workmanship.
SG Printing and Stichco Embroidery and Promotions are located at 5369 Canotek Rd. You can reach them by calling 613-841-7867 or you can visit their website at www.sgprintinginc.ca.
The Garlic King is turning 30 in 2026. It’s hard to believe, but the man who has served up “Ottawa’s best shawarma” to three generations of loyal customers has been around for over three decades.
It all started modestly enough with a small place in Alta Vista called Really Lebanese Food. It wasn’t until 1999 when owner Adel Azzi decided to move to a location on St. Joseph Blvd. near Jeanne d’Arc that the business “really” took off.
Azzi rebranded the business as “The Garlic King” and he took on the role of figurehead and spokesman. Dressed in full royal-purple velvet regalia with a golden crown and sceptre, he would often do promotional appearances on local radio and television stations repeating his signature catchphrase, “I am the Garlic King, I can do anything.”
Soon the Garlic King became a household name. He modified a minivan by placing a plexiglass dome on top in which he could stand up and wave to people similar to the Popemobile.
After moving to Montreal Road in Beacon Hill for several years, the Garlic King returned to Orléans in 2021 at its current location at 2586 St. Joseph Blvd.
As the business has grown, Adel has remained committed to given back to the community. Over the years he has donated thousands of dollars and thousands more in food product to various sports teams and other local organizations.
During the COVID pandemic he gave a free shawarma to first responders and gifted dozens of food platters to the local food bank.
To this day Adel continues to give back in whatever way he can. His generosity is only surpassed by the deliciousness of his shawarmas and donairs made with the freshest ingredients, along with his homemade garlic sauce, hummus and tabbouleh.
When it come to “fast food” you can’t find anything healthier, or fresher than a beef or chicken shawarma, or sliced chicken over fatoush salad. They also have a full gluten-free menu available.
To find out why the Garlic King continues to reign supreme, visit the restaurant on St. Joseph Blvd. where you can either dine in or order to go. To learn more, visit thegarlicking.ca, or check them out them on Facebook.
By Fred Sherwin The Orléans Star
Rachel Homan, Ivanie Blondin and Isabelle Weidemann are all making their final preparations before heading off to Cortina, Italy to represent Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics which get underway on Feb. 6.
Although all three athletes now live in Alberta, they all grew up and got their start in sports in Orléans. Homan is a graduate of Cairine Wilson Secondary School who first learned how to curl at the Navan Curling Club. She will be competing in her third Olympics in women’s curling along with her teammates Emma Miskew, Tracy Fleury, Sarah Wilkes and Rachelle Brown.
In her first trip to the Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea in 2018, Homan failed to make the playoffs after going a
disappointing 3-5 in round robin play.
Although she failed to qualify for the team event at the Beijing Olympics in 2022, Homan did manage to represent Canada in the mixed doubles event with teammate and fellow Cairine Wilson alumni John Morris.
The pair struggled out of the gate and were unable to make the medal round after amassing a 5-4 record in the round robin.
Four years later, Homan is determined to win a medal that has eluded her during her Olympic journey up until now. Ranked number one in the world, she is one of the prohibitive favourites to win the gold medal along with Silvana Tirizoni from Switzerland.
Ivanie Blondin and Isabelle Weidemann went to Garneau high school and Colonel By Secondary School respectively. Both women
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Terms of Reference for the Environmental Assessment of the Proposed Waste Connections of Canada Inc. Navan Waste Recycling and Disposal Facility Landfill Continuation
Waste Connections of Canada Inc. (WCC) has initiated the Terms of Reference for an Environmental Assessment under the Environmental Assessment Act for a continuation of its Navan Waste Recycling and Disposal Facility (Navan WRDF or the Site) operations. It is estimated that at current disposal rates the Site could reach its approved final contour waste elevation in late 2027.
WCC has identified an opportunity to continue providing residual waste disposal capacity for users of the Navan WRDF public drop-off bins and Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (IC&I) generators of solid non-hazardous waste by developing additional disposal capacity at the Navan WRDF. For the proposed capacity increase, the target additional airspace is 3 to 4 million cubic metres.
WCC would like to receive community feedback on the proposed landfill capacity increase and is hosting its Open House #1 event:
February 11, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Le Rendez-vous des aînés francophones d’Ottawa 3349 Navan Road, Orléans, Ontario K1W 0K7
Through Open House #1, the public will learn about the existing Navan WRDF, the current environmental performance of the Navan WRDF, the proposed Navan WRDF landfill expansion, the purpose and rationale for the Project, the Environmental Assessment process, the “Alternatives To” considered for the Project,
the overall schedule and public input opportunities for the Project, and next steps for the Project.
For further information on the proposed study and to sign up for e-mail notification, please visit our website (www.wasteconnectionscanada.com/ ottawa-landfill/ea) or contact:
Chris Visser
Canadian Region Engineering Manager
Waste Connections of Canada Inc.
6220 Hwy 7, Suite 600
Woodbridge ON L4H 4G3
Tel.: 647-539-5923
Email:
Chris.Visser@wasteconnections.com
Yannick Marcerou
Project Manager
WSP Canada Inc.
1931 Robertson Road
Ottawa ON K2H 5B7
Tel.: 613-592-9600 (FR & EN)
Email: Yannick.Marcerou@wsp.com
Members of the public, Indigenous communities, agencies, and other interested persons are encouraged to actively participate in the planning process by attending Open House #1.
All personal information included in a submission – such as name, address, telephone number and property location – is collected, maintained, and disclosed by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) for the purpose of transparency and consultation. The information is collected under the authority of the Environmental Assessment Act or is collected and maintained for the purpose
of creating a record that is available to the general public as described in section 37 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Personal information you submit will become part of a public record that is available to the general public unless you request that your personal information remain confidential. For more information, contact the MECP Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator.
January 22, 2026
Veuillez noter qu’il vous est possible de nous communiquer vos commentaires ou vos questions sur le projet en français en les adressant à Yannick Marcerou au 613-592-9600 ou par courriel à Yannick.Marcerou@wsp.com
SATURDAY, JAN. 24
CUMBERLAND INDOOR
WINTER MARKET from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the R.J. Kennedy Arena in Cumberland Village featuring local produce and products as well as items from local artisans. PLUS a cash breakfast.
SDBC TAPROOM CONCERTS
PRESENTS Dan Kelly, Ryan King and Sharlee live and in concert at the Stray Dog Brewing Company, 510 Lacolle Way in the Taylor Creek Business Park. Tickets $15 available at straydogbrewing.ca.
THE ORLEANS BREWING CO. PRESENTS Mars + Jason in concert from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Free admission with consumption. The Orleans Brewing Co. is located at 4380 Innes Road just west of Tenth Line.
TUESDAY, JAN. 27
TRIVIA NIGHT from 7:30 p.m. every Tuesday night at the Royal Oak Pub Orléans. Free to play. Prizes for the winning team! The Royal Oak Pub is located at 1981 St. Joseph Blvd. near Jeanne d’Arc. For more info visit facebook.com/ RoyalOakPubsOrleans.
MUSIC BINGO at the Orléans Brewing Co. from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. hosted by Shine Karaoke. Free to play with consumption. The Orléans Brewing Co. is located at 4380 Innes Rd. across from Precision Automotive.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 28
TRIVIA NIGHT from 6:30 p.m. at the Stray Dog Brewing Company. Reservations are a must to secure a spot. Send your team name and number of people
to info@straydogbrewing.ca. The Stray Dog Brewing Company is located at 501 Lacolle Way.
OYSTER NIGHT every Wednesday from 6-9 pm at the Orléans Brewing Co. Two types of oysters served with lemon, tabasco, horseradish, salt and mignonette. The Orléans Brewing Co. is located at 4380 Innes Rd., across from Precision Automotive.
RAIN READY PROGRAM
INFORMATION NIGHT from 7 p.m. at the Roy Hobbs Community Centre, 109 Larch Cres. Hosted by the Convent Glen Orléans Wood Community Association. Residents will have the opportunity to learn how the program helps homeowners manage rainwater on their property and protect their homes and neighbourhoods from flooding.
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will be competing in speed skating which will start on Feb. 7 with the 3000-metres.
Now 35, this will Blondin’s fourth and likely last winter games. At the 2014 Winter Games in Socchi, she competed in the long distance events and the team pursuit. Her best finish was fifth in the team pursuit.
At the 2018 the Olympics in PyeongChang, she competed in the 3,000, the 5,000, the mass start and the team pursuit. She placed fifth in 5,000, sixth in the 3,000 and fourth in the team pursuit.
Blondin eventually won an individual medal at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing where she placed second in the mass start.
Competing at the same Olympics Blondin, along with Weidemann and Valerie Maltais, won the gold medal in the team pursuit.
Weidemann also won a silver medal in
the 5,000 and a bronze medal in the 3,000, making her one of only two women to win at least three medals at the same Winter Games. The other is Cindy Klassen who five medals in Turin in 2006.
Weidemann is currently ranked second in the World Cup standings over 3,000 and 5,000 metres.
Blondin, meanwhile, is ranked third in the World Cup standings in the mass start and is just one point out behind her nearest competitor in second.
Together with Valerie Maltais, Blondin and Weidemann are ranked first in the team pursuit and have better than even chance of defending the gold medal they won in Beijing.
The team pursuit event will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The 3,000 metres will be held on Feb. 7, the 5,000 metres on Feb. 12 and the Mass Start on Feb. 21.
