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Rockcliffe flying club nearing financial goals

The Rockcliffe Flying Club has reached the halfway mark in its fundraising goal, yet as winter approaches, the storied club’s future remains “uncertain.”

The Veterans’ House: Andy Carswell Building, located on the lands of the former Canadian Forces Base Rockcliffe, is expected to begin admitting residents in February. Photo: supplied by Multifaith Housing Initiative

Veterans’ House ready to open on site of former Rockcliffe Base

Despite a delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada’s first support residence for homeless veterans is scheduled to open this… Continue reading “Veterans’ House ready to open on site of former Rockcliffe Base”

Two skiers enjoy the groomed trail maintained by Ski Heritage East. The non-profit group recently announced that the pilot project extending the trail from the Canada Aviation and Space Museum to the National Capital Commission Riverhouse has become permanent. Photo supplied by Ski Heritage East

A winter’s gift: Groomed Cross-country ski trails along the Ottawa River

Non-profit group announce grooming of trail from the Canada Aviation and Space Museum to the National Capital Commission Riverhouse has become permanent

[Editor’s note: This column first appeared in a 2021 edition of the Manor Park Chronicle.] Ski season opened for me… Continue reading “A winter’s gift: Groomed Cross-country ski trails along the Ottawa River”