PREMIER VISITS EXPO 55+ - Premier Wynne, Mayor Watson and three of my

Council Colleagues joined me and hundreds of seniors at the 20 th annual Expo 55+
in the Mlacak Centre last week. The Premier spoke with many individuals and
nonprofit groups and was able to gain a broader appreciation of the needs of seniors
today.
SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY -TIM HORTONS FALL CLEANING THE CAPITAL
CAMPAIGN Give an hour to help clean up our community. Register at Ottawa.ca
now to help pick up litter, remove graffiti or invasive species from Sept. 15 Oct.
15. Anyone can take part, whether a school group, community association, a few
neighbours or an individual. When you register you will get supplies and be eligible
for prizes. Kanata North has been great at supporting this initiative, take part and
give an hour to spruce up our community.
PEDAL PLAY MOBILE BIKE RODEO, Oct. 1, 10 am 1 pm Join me for Pedal
Play - Kanata Norths Mobile Bike Rodeo. Cyclists of all ages will follow a route to
parks and schools to increase awareness of safe cycling and the benefits of cycling
to school and work. Participants, with support of an experienced guide, will start at
the Beaverbrook Community Centre and stop at many interactive activity check
points along the way, learn how to properly use roundabouts and much more. Have
your bike checked, learn cycling rules and win prizes. Registration (start times are
staggered to avoid congestion) and info at pedalplay.wordpress.com.
FINALLY A TRAFFIC SIGNAL FOR TERRY FOX AT HUNTSVILLE! Road
modifications including; a new traffic signal at Huntsville Dr. and Terry Fox and new
auxiliary lanes and cycling lanes on Terry Fox Dr. are planned. Comment on these
plans by going to Ottawa.ca until Oct 7th. For more information contact Mike
Giampa, P. Eng, City of Ottawa at 613-580-2424 x. 23657.
REMINDER TO ALL DOG OWNERS Leashes are required in all areas unless
otherwise specified. Pathways in the parks and the 417 overpass are dual purpose,
so be sure to keep your dog away from passing cyclists and pedestrians some of
whom panic around dogs. If we all work together we will keep everyone safe and
feeling comfortable in our community.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sept. 22-25, CARP FAIR, 3790 Carp Road, Enjoy great entertainment, rides,
food vendors, games and activities for children. For more information visit
carpfair.ca.
Sept. 24, RECOVERY DAY OTTAWA, Celebrations begin at 11 am, City Hall
(110 Laurier Ave. W) Community BBQ & Fair to help reduce the stigma
surrounding addiction and raise awareness about recovery in our community.
Sept. 28, KANATA NORTH NETWORKING EVENT FT. AMAZON, 5-7 pm, The
Marshes Golf Club, 320 Terry Fox Dr.

Sept. 28, CONSERVATION AUTHORITY OPEN HOUSE RE FLOOD RISK

MAPPING FOR HUNTLEY CREEK, 6-9 pm, Kanata Recreation Complex (Hall
D), 100 Charlie Rogers Place
Oct. 1, PEDAL PLAY MOBILE BIKE RODEO, 10 am 1 pm, Various locations
across Kanata North Visit pedalplay.wordpress.com for more information and to
register.
Oct. 1, RIDE FOR REFUGE, 8:45 am, 390 Legget Dr. Visit
www.canada.rideforrefuge.org for information and to register.
Oct. 24, TOWN HALL, 7-9 pm, Kanata Seniors Centre (Owen Prince Room),
2500 Campeau Dr. Presentation on 4-8 storey apartments planned for Maritime
Way.
Nov. 21, RADON GAS MEETING, 7 pm, Mlacak Centre, 2500 Campeau Dr. Find out how to keep your home safe. Radon gas is the second highest cause of lung
cancer and its easy to check your home for and reduce levels.