News Headlines / December 10, 2004

Broadbent targets child poverty again   It appears that child poverty is as acute as ever in Canada, but Ottawa Centre’s new MP is optimistic that the problem can be alleviated in the near future.   Ministers say clergy faces difficulties but union unnecessary   Overworked clergy do not have to unionize to relieve the stress and pressure of their jobs, say some Centretown pastors and priests.   Library to become more agressive in collecting fines   The Ottawa Public Library is updating its software and hiring a new collection agency in an aggressive effort to recover more of the $2.5 million owed in late fees and penalties.   Anti-smoking campaign in high schools expanded   Fifty-one high schools in Ottawa now participate in Exposé, a marketing campaign targeting students to stop smoking. The anti-smoking campaign was originally launched in 2002 as a pilot project in 20 high schools.   Lifelong volunteer wins Caring Canadian Award   Kay Walker is one of 23 Canadians that will be rewarded for their devotion to helping others. Gov. Gen. Adrienne Clarkson is presenting Walker with the Caring Canadian award.   Humane Society plans program to keep cats off streets   The Ottawa Humane Society’s new cat-awareness campaign, to be unveiled in January, will focus on encouraging owners to register their cats with the city so that strays can be returned to their owners more easily.