BILL TERON – I was saddened last week to hear that Bill Teron, known as

the Father of Kanata, had died. I’ve known Bill since I moved to Kanata in
1968. Bob and I so were taken with the idea of an entire City being planned
as a Garden City in an area where not even a hamlet existed, that we
wanted to make it our home. When Kanata came under control of Campeau
Corporation, we were worried about what would happen so I was asked to
create a Planning Committee and Bill agreed to work with us. He gave a
keynote address at KanPlan, where residents created a list of principles of
development - which I use to this day. He continued to support the
community, more recently doing a great deal to help with issues such as the
proposed development on Teron Road and new development beside the
Varley apartments. Bill was my Honorary Chair for my elections and was a
friend to me for many years. We have lost a true visionary who did much
for Canada and many other countries, as well as giving us such a great place
to call home. We are planning a Celebration of Bill’s life for sometime in
April. Watch this column for details.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE KANATA NORTH

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION AWARDS – Who do you know that deserves an
award for their service to Kanata North? We are accepting nominations until April 2
for the following awards: Citizen of the Year, Senior of the Year, Youth of the Year,
and Organization of the Year. Nomination forms and details are at
www.mariannewilkinson.com. Recipients must live, work, attend school or
volunteer in the Kanata North Ward. I am very pleased to have Steve Madley as our
MC this year at the Awards Night on April 24, 7 pm in the Mlacak Center.

RETIREMENT – You may have heard that I am not seeking re-election in

the municipal election in October. It has been a great journey for me to
have served Kanata since I moved here, with 29 of those years as your
elected representative. Seeing Kanata develop from its early origin to the
present, as Councillor and Reeve of March Township, the first Mayor of the
City of Kanata and Councillor for Kanata North has given me an opportunity
to be involved in creating a great place in which to live, work and play. I will
continue to represent you until November 30 at which time I will hand over
the reigns to the person you choose as your City Councillor. Thanks to the
many who have sent me their best wishes.
CIVIC BOOT CAMP – Are you interested in city politics? Do you want to
know how the city works? Why not join Civic Boot Camp. Synapcity puts
on this event. Their website has information on how to apply.
TECHNATA – If you looking of a job in the tech field, mark March 28th on
your calendar to meet the more than 70 business who are looking for
qualified individuals. Details at www.discovertechnata.com
REGISTRATION FOR SPRING AND SUMMER RECREATION ACTIVITIES
began March 5 for all Spring and Summer activities. Please go to the City’s
website for more information.

INCOME TAX PREPARATION - Do you need a hand preparing your tax return?
Karen McCrimmon is hosting Free Income Tax Clinics from March 5 - Apr 30, for
those with low incomes, by appointment only. Details at https://goo.gl/tUKJZD

HOPE BLOOMS AT THE FARM PARTY – Join me at Saunders Farm on May 24,
along with the other Ambassadors Raising Hope for mental health facilities at the
Queensway Carleton Hospital. Details at www.qchfoundation.ca

SMOKE DETECTORS AND CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS – It is that time to

change the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. It is a
law - all homes must be equipped with working detectors. The Ottawa Fire
Department has given me some Carbon Monoxide Detectors for any senior who is
unable to purchase one. Please contact my ward office.

COMMUNITY EVENTS
Mar 27, 7pm, Centrepointe Theatre, Awesome Authors Youth Writing Contest
Awards
Mar 28, 11am - 6pm, Brookstreet Hotel, Technata Job Fair & Tech Expo
Apr 4, 8am - 5pm, Brookstreet Hotel 2018 Ottawa Autonomous Vehicles Summit,
Register at www.kanatanorthbia.ca
Apr 5, 5:30pm, Brookstreet Hotel, Western Ottawa Business Excellence Awards
Apr 7, 1pm, 33 Leacock Way, Girl Guides Annual Spring Tea & Bazaar
Apr 8, 12-6 pm, 335 Michael Cowpland, Norvuz Spring Festival
Apr 24, 7 pm, KANATA NORTH COMMUNITY RECOGNITION AWARDS,
Mlacak Centre