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Kathy from Karma (l) and Michelle from Dairy Queen.

RJ celebrates 20 years

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Earth day

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The Romantic Clarinet

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LP to host OHF

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Community Corner

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Clear the clutter

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Full circle

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The affluent traveller

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Responsible investing

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The one thing

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OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER

March into the Village and Experience Everything Clarkson has to Offer By: Lindsay Howe Residents and merchants of Clarkson are blessed to be apart of such a beautifully historic village. With March break, Easter and Mother’s Day around the corner, you and your family won’t want to miss out on all of the action and enchantment the village has to offer. All of the amenities you could possible need are right within the comfort of your own neighbourhood! For your social outings and casual or fine dining experiences, Clarkson is home to some fabulous pubs, bars, restaurants, coffee houses and bakeries.

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Discovering the Natural Beauty of Clarkson As the oldest community in Mississauga, Clarkson offers stunningly scenic and historic locations, including wondrous trails and parks. What better way to spend your March Break than discovering the stunningly scenic trails, parks, woodlands and marshes surrounding the Clarkson community?

Rattray Marsh, a protected natural conservation area is one of Clarkson’s hidden gems. Open all year round, Rattray Marsh is a particularly scenic route this time of year. Pedestrians stroll through this breathtaking trail to go bird watching, take photographs, and experience the Lake Ontario Waterfront Trail. The Waterfront Trail has a 10km long, winding asphalt nature path, stretching past 22 parks, the Bradley Museum and Rattray Marsh. Visit Clarkson’s nature trails to experience the serene beauty of the rugged landscape, enjoy the peaceful quietude, and the invigorating cold air. continued on page 5

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RJ Publishing celebrates 20 years!

On February 14th, 1993 Evening Out with Bob and June was launched. Bob and June Hackett (my stepdad and mom) started a magazine that featured community-based businesses in the Etobicoke area. Early issues featured a cover sketch of Bob and June dining at local restaurants. In 1995 the “Bob and June” was dropped from the logo and the magazine called Evening Out focussed on all types of retail businesses.

RJ Entertainment Publishing has been a leader in community-oriented content for small to medium business and local residents in several established communities. Our group of community publications now includes the Streetsville Village Times, Port Credit Village Times, The Lakeshore Villages, Kingsway Korners, The New Clarkson’s Corners and Village Of Islington Times.

By networking with local shopkeepers and services, our publications provide an effective outlet for promoting the brands, products and services of local businesses to a wide audience. The suite of publications also includes several community business directories that are developed and maintained with the assistance of local BIA’s, and are distributed yearly to businesses and homes. Currently, RJ Entertainment Publishing publishes directories for Streetsville, Clarkson, Port Credit, Forest Hill and The Kingsway.

The New Clarkson’s Corners Clarkson’s Community Newspaper Volume 05 | Issue 01

For advertising information, please contact Toby Gardiner at 416-875-1409 or by e-mail at toby@rjentertainmentpublishing.com www.rjentpub.com

Editorial Contributors: Lindsay Howe

RJ Entertainment Publishing also includes high-quality programs for several local events and festivals. For the last five years, we have published the Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Official Festival Program, which won the 2009 Festivals & Events Ontario Award for Best Official Printed Program.

By facilitating discussion and comment on local projects, businesses and initiatives, our publications have become a part of the local landscape, and have helped draw community interest and awareness to positive local development. Check out our small business feature on page 10. If you would like your business featured in the Clarkson’s Corners community newspaper, contact Toby Gardiner at the email below.

Toby Gardiner / Publisher toby@rjentertainmentpublishing.com

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Celebrating Our Earth: Earth Day 2013 By: Lindsay Howe

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Think Globally, Act Locally Earth Day takes place on Monday, April 22. Each year on Earth Day people all over the world are challenged to make positive changes to their daily habits.

We all share the same planet and are each responsible for what we use and how we use it. When we use less natural resources, we help to ensure there are enough resources to go around, therefore future generations won’t run out of essential things such as clean water, air and soil. While Earth Day happens only once a year, we should celebrate our Earth on a daily basis and treat everyday as though it were Earth Day.

Be A Part of the Solution Earth day serves as a reminder to think about how we can help resolve environmental challenges by taking action to protect our planet. It is our responsibility to learn about biodiversity and take measures to help preserve the plants and animals around us. It is imperative that we rethink the way we use things and make it our objective to use less. The lifestyle choices we make are most often based on habit and convenience. We all have bad habits to break when it comes to living a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Something as simple as leaving reusable grocery bags in your car so you don’t forget to bring them to the grocery store can go a long way to help erase your carbon footprint. We can all do our part to help ensure a healthy planet for generations to come.

Making Earth-Friendly Choices Earth Day is the time to start making more environmentally conscious choices to keep our planet clean and fix some of the damage that has been done to our environment.

Easy Earth-friendly changes include: switching to energy efficient light bulbs, using less water, walking or cycling more and buying local produce and foods. Avoid bottled water by buying and using a reusable water bottle.

Mark your calendars, Earth hour is happening on Saturday March 31st from 8:30 – 9:30pm. Wherever you are, turn off all non-essential lighting for an hour!

Recycling is a simple yet important way to reduce the pollution caused by waste. When we recycle we save energy, reduce pollution and preserve our natural resources. By creating a compost pile for our food scraps we reduce the amount of trash that goes into landfills. Composting also helps create rich soil for gardening. A popular Earth Day experience for all ages is planting trees. Not only do trees improve biodiversity and provide habitats for wildlife, trees also help keep the air clean by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen.

Another way to get involved is to join a community initiative to pick up litter, helping to keep the environment free of contaminants.

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Art Museum and Historic Sites in Clarkson

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This March Break, take your kids out for an educational and enlightening shared experience they won’t forget! Visit one of Clarkson’s museums or The Harbour Art Gallery and prepare to be blown away by the beautiful art and history exhibitions.

Clarkson is the perfect destination for a spectrum of food choices, from elegant fine dining, to pub food and drinks, to fast food and take out. The village’s array of elegant restaurants, eateries and cafes will satisfy your taste buds whatever you are craving. The bars and pubs in Clarkson are known for their savory food and lively atmosphere. With Easter and Mother’s Day around the corner, make sure to call ahead and reserve a table at one of the village’s top family restaurants for these special occasions.

When you visit The Bradley Museum and the Benares Historic House you get to experience first-hand what life in Mississauga was like during the 19th and 20th century. The Bradley Museum is located at 1620 Orr Road in Clarkson. The Bradley house is a beautifully rugged cabin constructed by Lewis and Elizabeth Bradley in 1830. The house was restored by the Mississauga Heritage Foundation in 1967 to depict the everyday life of early settlers in Ontario.

Michael’s Back Door has been in business for over 30 years, offering award winning cuisine and professional, courteous service in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Visit Michael’s Back Door on Easter Sunday for a special lunch and dinner menu. Michael’s Back Door is located at 175 Lakeshore Road.

You don’t want to miss out on a very special event happening at The Bradley Museum this March break! Experience maple magic at the Maple Syrup Festival March 9 – 17 (weekdays 12 to 4 p.m. & weekends 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). You can also visit the Benares Historic house at 1507 Clarkson Road North. The Benares Historic House is an exquisite site, with a picturesque park-like setting. Visit one of Clarkson’s history museums with your family and you can experience enriching entertainment, while your children creatively explore the villages’ exciting history!

Show your mother how much you appreciate her this Mother’s Day. Take her out to the elegant Solstice Restaurant & Wine Bar located at 1801 Lakeshore Road West. Solstice Restaurant offers a fun, lively and energetic atmosphere and exceptional service.

Owner’s Vince, John and Andrew (a.k.a the Angheloni brothers) firmly believe that great food, wine and celebration go hand in hand. Visit Solstice Restaurant to experience their delectable modern Italian dishes, and warm welcoming environment.

Harbour Gallery located at 1697 Lakeshore Road West is one of the largest fine art galleries in the GTA. Harbour Gallery exhibits the contemporary art of both established and emerging artists. Visit Harbour Gallery to experience their fine collection of artwork from abstract to traditional. While you are there, check out one of their special exhibitions. March break is the perfect time to make good on your promise to give your kids and yourself an enriching family experience.

Visit one of Clarkson’s historic museums, or check out the exceptional artwork and exhibits at Harbour Gallery.

Queen for A Day: Give Mom the Gift of a Spa or Salon Experience For Mother’s Day, pamper your fabulous mother with a gift certificate or spa experience at one of Clarkson’s hair or nail salons, or spas. A therapeutic trip to the spa is just what you and your mother need to relax, and look and feel your best. Visit Michael’s Hair Body Mind for a stylish new haircut. Michael’s Hair Body Mind is committed to service, quality and beauty. In addition to hair care, they also offer a full range of spa services. For all your hair and spa needs visit Michael’s Hair Body Mind located at 1735 Lakeshore Road West.

During these cold winter months, a leisurely stroll through the village is the best way to relax and clear your head. The Clarkson community is equipped with every shop, restaurant and service available in the immediate vicinity. March into Clarkson and discover that everything you could possible need, or want is right within the comfort of your own neighbourhood! For more information and a full business directory visit www.clarksonbia.com.

Message from Roxanne McKenzie, Clarkson BIA Chair There are big plans in the works for the Clarkson Village for 2013. This year our focus is on rejuvenating both our Website and the Streetscape.

We encourage you to visit: www.clarksonbia.com. Explore this new site; don’t forget to click on the Promotions tab and check out the sales and special events being hosted by our businesses. If you have any pictures of the Clarkson Village and surrounding community we would love to include them in our gallery.

This year we will also be focusing on the appearance of the Village with our goal to create a more walk-able friendly environment for you to stroll.

Finally we are exploring smaller events through-out the year which will be more community driven so watch for our surveys and tell us what you would like.

Visit us on Facebook or Twitter to keep up to date on all the exciting changes coming this year. Together we can build a stronger community.

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Yours in Christ, The Reverend Gale Macdonald

The Romantic Clarinet The Mississauga Symphony with Special Guests Daniel Warren, Conductor and Peter Shackleton, Clarinet

Philippians 4: 6-7 “Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (NRSV)

Does it sometimes seem to you as if spring will never come? What you need is a night at the Mississauga Symphony to inspire you, relax you and restore your soul. Join us in Hammerson Hall on March 23rd for an evening of woodwind magic entitled “The Romantic Clarinet”. Our guest maestro is Daniel Warren, conductor of choral, opera and symphonic music all across Canada, the US, and Europe, including his own arrangements of repertoire ranging from jazz and classical to rock. Maestro Warren’s guest soloist is Peter Shackleton, principal clarinet with the Thunder Bay Symphony, who also teaches at the University of Western Ontario and performs as a soloist on both modern and baroque clarinet. The program begins with Felix Mendelssohn’s Overture to Ruy Blas, a “tragic drama” by Victor Hugo that illustrates the author’s Republican political beliefs. Ruy Blas is a Spanish peasant whose master dresses him up as a courtier and presents him as such to the queen, because she has spurned his advances.

The queen and the innately noble Ruy Blas fall in love and together reform the economic and political corruption of the court. Mendelssohn is said to have hated the play, but his overture captures its struggles and tensions, the nobility of the hero and the baseness of his master, and the final triumph of love over hate. Carl Maria von Weber wrote a number of dazzling pieces for the clarinet.

His Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in Eb shows off all the voices of this instrument, with its sweetness, demanding virtuosity, wide range of tones and colours, and rollicking dance melodies that will leave your heart pounding with excitement.

Then sink back in your seat and lose yourself in Johannes Brahms’s beautiful, haunting Symphony No. 1 in Cm. Lush themes, swelling sound that will exalt you, deep passages that will move you to your very soul. Sometimes known as “Beethoven’s 10th “, this symphony will send you out into the March night with a deeper understanding of what it is to be human.

We are blessed to be able to talk with God to give thanks for all that we have and take our concerns and worries to God as well. It’s incredible to know that we don’t have to carry all of these things alone. If you have fears or worries we are here and will pray for you or with you.

All are welcomed to our Easter Services (see our Ad for times) and to our Hymn Sing on April 14th at 7 pm.

Clarkson Road Presbyterian Church 1338 Clarkson Road North, Mississauga 905-822-8911 clarksonchurch@bellnet.ca www.clarksonpc.org

For more information about the Mississauga Symphony Concerts and Events go to MississaugaSymphony.ca or call 905.615.4405.

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Lorne Park Hockey to host Provincial Championship www.clarksonbia.com

The Ontario Hockey Federation has awarded the Lorne Park Hockey Association and their Ojibwa Midget Senior A Hockey Club rights to host the Midget A Provincial Championship Tournament held from April 11th to April 14th, 2013. All games will be played at the renovated, state of the art Vic Johnston Community Centre.

The weekend will kick off with a banquet that brings all five teams together to hear key note speaker Toronto Maple Leaf commentator Paul Hendrick.

The Lorne Park Midget Senior A hockey club is honoured and extremely excited to host this great hockey event. Head Coach Tony DiClemente states” Our team is thrilled that we have earned the right to host this event. The boys have worked hard over the years, have the record to show for it and we are looking forward to being a great host and to competing for the championship.”

The core of the Lorne Park Midget Senior A Hockey team has been together since rebuilding after championship seasons in Minor and Major atom. The team personifies what the minor hockey experience should be with players and parents forging strong friendships over the years and this event will be a great final chapter for the team. The roster includes: Nikil Arora, Nicholas Constandinou, Bradley Cose, Robert DiClemente, William Eddie, Joseph Fantin, Jacob Gardiner, Stefan Iwankewich, Patrick Kucharzak, Dante Labog, Zachary Louch, Nicholas Magnone, Geoffrey McCann, Conor McKenna, Fraser Molgat, Macleod Munro, Patrick Proborszcz, Alexander Sadakhom, Head Coach Tony DiClemente, Trainer Toby Gardiner, Assistant Coach Ron McKenna and Manager Charles Eddie.

This will be the first time Lorne Park Hockey Association has hosted the Provincial Championships for any age group. The organization is extremely excited for the championship weekend. “This is our first time hosting a provincial championship. The Lorne Park Hockey Association fully supports the midget senior hockey club in running this event and their quest for the Provincial Championship” said Mike Doyle, President Lorne Park Hockey Association.

Lorne Park Hockey Association has a long history in minor hockey, founded in 1944. The association now has over 800 young hockey players in ages from three to twenty years old. The association has a strong reputation of giving back to the community. Most recently, for the last three years LPHA has organized a hockey game between coaches and the Leafs Alumni to generate toys and cash for the Peel Regional Police’s Toys For Tots campaign.

The OHF Championships take place at the conclusion of every hockey season for all the major age groups and levels during the second weekend of April.

Five teams participate at the OHF Championships; the Minor Hockey Member Partner Championship teams from the Alliance, GTHL, NOHA, OMHA and the host team.

Please join us on April 11th – 14th and cheer these boys on in their final minor hockey experience!

If you are interested in being an event sponsor please contact Event Chair – Toby Gardiner at 416-875-1409 or toby@rjentertainmentpublishing.com.

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COMMUNITY CORNER Cloverleaf Garden Club events Cloverleaf Garden Club annual Plant Sale, Saturday, May 25, 8:30 – 12:00 noon at the Carmen Corbasson Community Centre (formerly known as the Cawthra Community Centre) parking lot, 1399 Cawthra Rd, Mississauga, ON. Perennials and shrubs offered at great prices, grown by members and friends of the club: groundcovers, rose of Sharon, bleeding hearts, columbines, daisies, sweet william, black eyed susans, ferns, and hostas, hostas, hostas! Contact: Edel Schmidt, cloverleafPresident@hotmail.com, 416-953-1031. Visit www.CloverleafGardenClub.org for updates and further details.

Canadian Cancer Society’s 8th Annual Spring Garden Tour 2013 Explore Beautiful Gardens of Lorne Park Homeowners in the Lorne Park Neighbourhood have graciously agreed to open their picturesque gardens to the public for viewing on Sunday, May 26 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to support the fight against cancer.

Paul Zammit an award winning gardener who is currently the Nancy Eaton Director of Horticulture at Toronto Botanical Garden, and has appeared both on television and in print, will enlighten garden tour visitors at Benares Historic House. As well, to further enhance our visitors’ experience, local musicians will perform instrumental music in some of the gardens throughout the day.

Cloverleaf Garden Club 48th annual Garden Tour, Sunday, June 23, 10:00 a.m.

– 4:00 p.m. Visit private gardens in an area south of the QEW, east and west of Cawthra Rd. in Mississauga, ON. Tickets $15 per person, available at Sheridan Nurseries, Mississauga. Contact: Elaine dos Santos, CGCGardenTour@rogers. com. Visit www.CloverleafGardenClub.org for updates and further details.

For further information please contact the Canadian Cancer Society, 2227 South Millway, Suite 202 Mississauga, ON. L5L 3R6. (905) 608-8411 Pam Kiez ext.3857 or email pkiez@ontario.cancer.ca. Advance Ticket price is $15.00. Ticket price on Tour Day is $20.00 All proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Maple Magic Come visit the Bradley Museum to enjoy Mississauga’s annual maple syrup season and Mississauga’s own maple syrup festival - Maple Magic! Ever wonder how maple syrup gets from the forest to your breakfast table? Maple Syrup Festival at Bradley Museum on March 9 - 17, weekdays 12 to 4 p.m. & weekends 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come experience the magic of Maple time! Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, as well as pancakes served daily in our Log Cabin, guided tours, kids’ crafts, free samples and more. Visit the Sweet Water Camp, a recreated First Nations’ campsite where you can learn about the lore and legends surrounding the first discovery of this marvellous sugar water that oozes out of maple trees.

Michaels Back Door showcased The Art of Hockey On Sunday, January 13th, Michael’s Back Door Restaurant, in association with the Hockey Hall of Fame, presented the fourth annual “The Art of Hockey”, an afternoon with a showcase of art, awards and hockey memorabilia. Patrons enjoyed viewing the Rocket Richard, Conn Smyth and other famous NHL trophies.

The restaurant was decorated with art from the game of hockey and various NHL artifacts including historic goalie masks. Of course, the restaurant offered plenty of great food with a carving station and pasta bar available for guests.

Bradley Museum is located at 1620 Orr Road in Mississauga, just south of Lakeshore Road and east off of Southdown Road.

Doug Auld and Son Butchers: Your Family Butcher Shop Serving Clarkson for over 65 Years By: Lindsay Howe

Doug Auld & Son Butchers is located at 1109 Clarkson Road North (just south of the train tracks). Here you can find everything in the way of fresh meat, poultry and turkey. At Doug Auld & Son Butchers you can get custom cut steaks, chops, chicken back ribs, lamb, prime rib, and much more.

fers custom cutting. Bill Auld comments, “We will meet any request to cut the customer’s meats size and thickness, as well as trim the fat off. Come in and choose the exact size meat you are looking for.

Our job is to ensure each customer leaves fully satisfied; people continue to come back to our shop because they receive the best product and service”.

Doug Auld & Son Butchers has been Clarkson’s butcher shop for 67 years!

The shop opened in 1947, and has maintained a successful business all these years. What keeps customers coming back is the impeccable customer service provided. This family run butcher shop looks after customers, and treats them like family. What is unique about Doug Auld & Son Butchers is that it is an old fashioned butcher shop, a rare find nowadays with so many chain stores taking over.

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Doug Auld & Son Butchers is the family butcher shop to suit all your everyday needs. Doug Auld & Son Butchers also offers an array of seafood choices including salmon, crab legs, halibut, shrimp, lobster, and scallops. Additionally, you can buy store made pure beef burgers, Oldham meat pies, Palma pasta entrees, as well as grazed jams, specialty sauces and other condiments.

The beef carried at Doug Auld & Son Butchers is aged and trimmed to perfection. Most of their meats, including beef, pork, lamb and chicken are grown locally in Ontario. At Doug Auld & Son Butchers you can buy better quality, trim meats. This way you don’t have the waste when you get home.

All of the meat sold is fresh, not frozen.

Doug Auld & Son Butchers is located at 1109 Clarkson Road North. For more information contact 905-822-1551.

At Doug Auld & Son Butchers they will gladly customize your orders. As part of their promise of outstanding service, Doug Auld & Son Butchers of-

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Lakeshore Carpet One Floor and Home is more than just a “carpet retailer”

Come…clear the clutter!

By Laura Lucas

Full Circle touches down March 28th

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Lakeshore Floor carries a full line of flooring products – hardwood, hardwood refinishing, cork, bamboo, sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl tile, laminates and of course, carpeting.

While many are gearing up for the holiday season, organizers of Full Circle are already wrapping up plans to provide another summer of fun.

Lakeshore Floor has been in operation since 1946 and is a “family operated and owned business”. This company started as a hardwood installation company and then branched out into other floor covering products. Joining with Carpet One (which is a buying group); Lakeshore Floor is able to offer quality products and competitive prices. They offer the best warranties in the industry, above and beyond what the manufacturers of the products offer. Style and quality is number one.

Brenda Molson, who, along with Denise Drysdale co-chairs Full Circle, a benefit in support of the Mississauga Waterfront Festival (MWF), says plans for the 10th annual fundraising Full Circle dinner are well underway.

“Full Circle is a terrific opportunity to raise awareness of the need in our community,” said Molson, adding that the event, “also provides an opportunity to listen to the inspiring words of speakers who have overcome overwhelming challenges in their own lives.”

Most of their installers hold the “Certificate of Qualification” issued by the Ontario Government. They also carry Workers’ Compensation and liability insurance, which is essential if you are having people work in your home or business.

In celebration of Full Circle’s 10th anniversary, organizers have made a break from the traditional female-oriented speakers’ list in honour of motivational speaker and all-round nice guy, Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons.

Lakeshore Floor’s showroom is open six days a week and there is plenty of free parking. Its facility is wheelchair accessible and offer shop at home services.

Their quotations are at no charge and samples can be borrowed so you can view the products you have selected on site.

Clemons, whose dazzling smile is as renowned as his motivational speeches and play on the field, is the celebrated former Grey Cup-winning player, coach, vice-chairman and president of the Toronto Argonauts football club and one of Canadian sports’ most recognizable faces.

Their goal is to make your shopping experience as easy and stress free as possible and their knowledgeable sales is always ready and willing to help with your flooring concerns.

“We’re so happy to have such an accomplished, motivational athlete as Pinball Clemons participating in Full Circle,” said Molson. “He sets the kind of example we’re all trying to establish for the young people in our community.”

Lakeshore Carpet One Floor and Home supports Canadian manufacturers of flooring products and is located at 1034 Clarkson Road North in Mississauga.

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Full Circle operates as a fundraising venue for the Mississauga Waterfront Festival (MWF) which helps provide three days of complimentary rides, entertainment and snacks for disadvantaged Mississauga youths and their families.

“We’re very proud that we’ve been able to provide so many children and teens, more than 35,000 of them, with an opportunity to enjoy a few days of carefree summer fun,” said Molson. “For some of the young people we support, the Mississauga Waterfront Festival is their only recreational event of the summer, sort of like a mini vacation.”

“Full Circle is a great opportunity to bring together like-minded women and men from our community to help ensure the children in greatest need in our communities can enjoy all that is offered at the Mississauga Waterfront Festival.”

Ward 5 Councillor Bonnie Crombie, in her first term at City Hall, will emcee the 10th anniversary Full Circle event taking place Thursday, March 28, 2013.

The dinner will be held at Le Treport Banquet Hall, 1075 The Queensway East.

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Tickets cost $125 per person or $1,150 for a table of 10, To purchase tickets or for more information, contact the MWF offices at 905-891-0002.

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Full Circle touches down March 28th While many are gearing up for the holiday season, organizers of Full Circle are already wrapping up plans to provide another summer of fun. Brenda Molson, who, along with Denise Drysdale co-chairs Full Circle, a benefit in support of the Mississauga Waterfront Festival (MWF), says plans for the 10th annual fundraising Full Circle dinner are well underway.

In celebration of Full Circle’s 10th anniversary, organizers have made a break from the traditional female-oriented speakers’ list in honour of motivational speaker and all-round nice guy, Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons.

Clemons, whose dazzling smile is as renowned as his motivational speeches and play on the field, is the celebrated former Grey Cup-winning player, coach, vice-chairman and president of the Toronto Argonauts football club and one of Canadian sports’ most recognizable faces. “We’re so happy to have such an accomplished, motivational athlete as Pinball Clemons participating in Full Circle,” said Molson. “He sets the kind of example we’re all trying to establish for the young people in our community.”

“Full Circle is a terrific opportunity to raise awareness of the need in our community,” said Molson, adding that the event, “also provides an opportunity to listen to the inspiring words of speakers who have overcome overwhelming challenges in their own lives.”

Full Circle operates as a fundraising venue for the Mississauga Waterfront Festival (MWF) which helps provide three days of complimentary rides, entertainment and snacks for disadvantaged Mississauga youths and their families.

“We’re very proud that we’ve been able to provide so many children and teens, more than 35,000 of them, with an opportunity to enjoy a few days of carefree summer fun,” said Molson. “For some of the young people we support, the Mississauga Waterfront Festival is their only recreational event of the summer, sort of like a mini vacation.”

“Full Circle is a great opportunity to bring together like-minded women and men from our community to help ensure the children in greatest need in our communities can enjoy all that is offered at the Mississauga Waterfront Festival.”

Ward 5 Councillor Bonnie Crombie, in her first term at City Hall, will emcee the 10th anniversary Full Circle event taking place Thursday, March 28, 2013. The dinner will be held at Le Treport Banquet Hall, 1075 The Queensway East. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Tickets cost $125 per person or $1,150 for a table of 10, To purchase tickets or for more information, contact the MWF offices at 905-891-0002.

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From The Affluent Traveller

By Cheryl Chadwick

www.clarksonbia.com

Chadwick’s Travel is a proud member of the TravelSavers consortium and part of The Affluent Traveller Collection. One of our privileges is being able to promote The Affluent Traveller magazine which is filled with insight, experiences and great recommendations to those of us that are already well travelled or hope to be. Browsing through some current articles, one in particular caught my attention as it seemed to fit our particular stage of life and that of many of our friends and clients, I thought I would share a few exerts with you in this edition of the Clarkson’s Corners.

days — all of which are included, and you have the ideal, hassle-free, valuepacked family vacation. Uniworld’s Multigenerational Family-Friendly Programs are available on a limited number of 2013 itineraries and departure dates.

London to Paris London and Paris are among the most fascinating and beautiful cities in the world: London abounds with eclectic and wide-ranging historical hotspots and activities, while Paris is sure to enchant all who visit with its array of cultural sites and its elegant, artistic and sometimes bohemian atmosphere. All of this makes a London to Paris journey a compelling and memorable experience for families. Designed with families in mind, Tauck Bridges’ London and Paris tour is an exciting journey through time, where different chapters of history come to life around every corner. Picture yourself ruling England from inside Windsor Castle, but don’t wind up a “prisoner” in the Tower of London. On this adventure you will take a bike ride through the Royal Parks, and stay stealthy on a spy walk.

You will enjoy rides on a double-decker bus, the London Eye in a private capsule and on speedboat along the Thames. Next, your family will cross the English Channel aboard the Eurostar for more historic adventures in Paris where you will step into the 17th century at the opulent Palace of Versailles, discover the Louvre’s treasures on a scavenger hunt, see street artists at work in Montmartre and visit Notre Dame Cathedral.

Beyond Fabulous: Luxe Family Getaways for Everyone Before you begin wondering whether the bliss-filled days of romantic, indulgent getaways are a thing of the past (at least until the kids are out of the house), you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that they are far, far from over.

Treating your brood to a vacation in a luxurious locale — is it in a tropical paradise, big city or cruising the seven seas is not a daunting proposition. In fact it’s completely possible thanks to a growing number of premier hotels, resorts and cruise lines that are specifically focusing on and catering to families with a range of exciting programs and luxe amenities guaranteed to provide everyone with the vacation they want. To help you narrow down the type of luxury vacation that best suits your family, as well as let you in on a few first-class familyfriendly destinations that are sure to be hits with your gang, we’ve collected some of our favorite and personally tested destinations and vacation ideas that are sure to be a hit with everyone.

Luck of the Irish If you and your family have always dreamed of visiting Ireland, there is one particular itinerary that stands out in the luxury and family realm — Brendan Vacations’ “Castles and Manors” Boutique Journeys itinerary. This is the ultimate Ireland experience for families. Guests spend 11 days taking in the absolute best of Ireland on a boutique guided vacation featuring overnight stays in Dublin, Kilkenny, Killarney, Ballynahinch Castle and Donegal where a personalized, professional tour guide highlights the ins and outs of every charming Irish destination. This itinerary is a wonderful introduction to Ireland because it provides a small group experience, featuring departures with as few as a family of four, but never more than 24. The stops along the way also include some very family-friendly activities, visiting castles, ancient ruins, and other educational and experiential touches such as a visit to a private home for fun, food and poetry.

If you prefer to travel solely with your own family, Kerr & Downey will tailor a private tour to suit your wants and needs.

Rivere Cruise Adventures Cruising is a wonderful way to relax, see numerous sites and enjoy the convenience factor of having almost everything pre-paid. If you would like to introduce the kids to the breathtaking sights, sounds and flavors of Europe, Russia or China, all at a comfortable, unhurried pace, river cruising ranks at the top of our list. River cruising offers a historic and tranquil backdrop on elegant floating hotels complete with personalized service, award-winning wines and cuisine, elegant European décor, and programs designed just for the little ones or teens.

There is no waiting in long lines to get on or off the ship, and there are always amazing sites to see —scenic vineyards, historic castles or countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites that will amaze any skeptical kid — even from the comfort of your ship/stateroom via panoramic views. Best of all this wonderful mode of discovery offers easygoing comfort and convenience because you unpack just once and you’re off on your way to uncover charming squares, magnificent cathedrals and bustling marketplaces just a stroll away from the vessel.

Well, I couldn’t have said it better myself. Many of us are at that stage of life, the sandwich generation, where we’re able to travel with our parents and our children. Why not take advantage of the opportunity to travel all together. Sure there’s the “last minute” vacations to somewhere warm that you discuss over Sunday dinner when you get home or you can put some time into planning a holiday meant to be enjoyed and recollected over many dinners with family.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has developed multigenerational family-friendly river cruises specifically to appeal to grandparents and parents who wish to share the gift of enlightening travel with the special young people in their lives. These top-rated river cruises with special shore excursions have been tailored specifically for the family and feature special family pricing with young people between 4 and 18 traveling at 50% off the cruise price when traveling with an adult. Add in all meals, entertainment, special signature lectures and demonstrations onboard; exciting shore excursions, fully hosted by local guides; complimentary use of bicycles; and transfers of departure and arrival

Chadwick’s Travel -1720 Lakeshore Rd W –Mississauga On L5J 1J5 – 905 823-6341 – Cheryl@chadwickstravel.ca

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Recipe of the Month!

Socially Responsible Investing and Your Portfolio

By Chef John Paul Angheloni Solstice Restaurant and Wine Bar

Pasta Fagioli Soup

If you are concerned about social and ethical issues, why not speak out with your investment portfolio?

Through socially responsible investing (SRI), your portfolio can reflect your values.

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Prosciutto end or Ham Hock ½ cup Olive Oil 1

Onion Finely Diced 1

Carrot Finely Diced 2

Celery Stalk Finely Diced 2

Cloves of Garlic (minced) 1can Tomato Paste 1can Chick peas 2

Bay Leaves 1can Black Beans or Romano Beans 1 cup White wine 2Lt

Chicken Stock Salt and Pepper to taste 2cups Cooked Ditalini Pasta for Garnishing

As an investor, you can support businesses that are doing their part to make the world a better place. SRI, also known as ethical investing, is a good way to invest in companies with social, ethical or environmental policies you support.

For example, you can invest in businesses that have good environmental track records, or that make environmentally friendly products. You can choose companies that refuse to do business with oppressive governments, and avoid those that do. Or you can steer clear of companies whose products pose health threats. Everybody has their own definition of “socially responsible”, and your take on the subject will guide your strategy.

Method: In a Medium Size Stock pot heat olive oil and add Prosciutto end and brown. Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 2 minutes, then add tomato paste and mix around. Add White wine, reduce for a minute then add chicken stock. Bring to a boil then add your beans and bay leaf, season and cook for 1 hour. Remove Prosciutto, cool and cut into small chunks add back into soup along with the cooked pasta.

Serve with a nice crispy piece of Italian Bread and drizzle with olive oil.

One of the challenges of SRI is that it can be hard to find acceptable investments on your own. Screening companies to determine whether they meet your criteria can be difficult and time-consuming. You may have to examine a corporation’s structure, its business practices, its history and where and with whom it conducts business.

A much easier route is through mutual funds. Canada has a growing selection of funds that seek out socially responsible, ethical and environmental investments. These funds do the screening for you, by picking investments that meet their criteria. Plus, you’ll get the typical benefits of mutual funds, such as ease of investing, professional management and diversification through the selection of individual investments held by each fund.

When choosing a fund, be sure its objectives match yours. What is deemed socially responsible can vary from fund to fund. For example, some funds might focus on companies with an innovative environmental approach. Others may avoid companies connected to industries such as tobacco or gambling. And, as you would with any mutual fund investment, pay attention to the fund’s performance record, its management style, level of risk and other factors that will determine whether a fund has a place in your portfolio.

It’s a good idea to meet with an investment professional before making socially responsible investments. Your advisor can help you determine which investments fit with your objectives.

Edward Jones - Member Canadian Investor Protection Fund Chris Gordon, CFA, CFP, FMA, FCSI, Financial Advisor chris.gordon@edwardjones.com

1801 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga www.solsticerestaurant.ca | 905-822-1801

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The One THING

By Theresa Baird, The Baird Team Keller Williams Realty Solutions

www.clarksonbia.com

I was at a Realtor Conference in Dallas Texas for an Event Called Family Reunion.

Great name and great culture for over the 13,000 Realtors that attended from all over North America and The world.

Family Reunion attendees had only ONE thing on their minds during the “Special Saturday” session. The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, the latest book from bestselling author and Keller Williams Realty co-founder, Gary Keller to be exact.

Joined onstage by co-author Jay Papasan, Keller began the session by breaking down the success habits that he has used to grow his business and coach countless others to remarkable success – from entrepreneurs to top sales professionals, from college students to rock stars. “After looking back at my successes and failures I discovered an interesting pattern,” Keller explained. “Where I’d had huge success, I had narrowed my concentration to ONE Thing, and where my success varied, my focus had to.” Ultimately, it starts by getting small. As small as a single domino. The science, as Papasan clarified, lies in the geometric domino progression. “Everyone has seen a domino fall – that one flick of a finger that creates an amazing chain reaction. You knock over the first domino and the rest follow. Here’s the interesting part: one regular sized domino can actually knock over a chain of progressively larger dominoes.” It’s called a geometric progression, and was first tested in the 1980s. During the experiment a physicist successfully knocked over a line of dominoes where each was 1.5 times larger than its predecessor. By the end, the last domino toppled was about three feet – or the size of a headstone. “If you kept going,” Papasan continued, “by the 23rd domino you’d knock over the Eiffel Tower. By the 31st, Mount Everest, and by domino 57, you’d be knocking over a domino as tall as from here to the moon!”

Highly successful people not only know how to line up the dominos, they know how to line up the right dominos. “Why does this work?” asked Keller. “Because success is sequential, not simultaneous. It’s ONE Thing at a time.”

pressionist painters, says he turned his passion for painting into a skill and ultimately a profession, by simply painting ONE painting a day. Angelo Amorico, Italy’s most successful tour guide – Oprah taps him when she needs a tour – says he developed his skills and ultimately his business from his singular passion for his country and the deep desire to share it with others. “I love my country, and I want to share its beauty with the world,” he told Keller.

Having set the stage for the concept of the book, Keller and Papasan presented the lies that block success and how to identify (and thwart) the thieves that steal our time. They modeled the laws of purpose, priority and productivity, and finally, they taught that the ONE Thing can radically change the way we work, the choices we make and the results we get. Throughout it all, Keller asked attendees to think big. “On your way to living a life worth living, doing your best to succeed at what matters most to you not only rewards you with success and happiness but with something even more precious. No regrets,” he said. “Go live a life worth living where, in the end, you’ll be able to say, ‘I’m glad I did,’ not ‘I wish I had.’” Attendees left the session with lots of AHAs, but here was really only ONE priority: set a big and specific someday goal, and then use the focusing question: “What’s the ONE thing I can do such that by doing it everything will be easier or unnecessary?”

Success also leaves clues. The list of businesses and people who have achieved extraordinary results through the power of ONE Thing is endless. “Proof of the ONE Thing is everywhere,” said Keller. From products, to people, to passions or skills, it boils down to ONE. “No one succeeds alone,” he added. “There is always ONE Thing or ONE person behind the person.” Star Wars’ ONE Thing? Movies or merchandise? If you guess merchandise – you’d be right and you’d be wrong.

Revenue from toys recently totaled over $10 billion, while combined worldwide box office revenue for the six main films totaled less than half that, $4.3 billion. So movies are the ONE Thing because they make the toys and products possible. Warren Buffett’s ONE person? Charlie Munger, his long-time investing partner. Albert Einstein had Max Talmund, his first mentor. Keller and Papasan cited many more examples of the ONE Thing at work. They then surprised the audience with two special guests who embody the principals of The ONE Thing – Pat Matthews and Angelo Amorico . Pat Matthews, one of America’s great im-

Think about your one thing and if you would like a copy of this new book simply call me and I would be glad to get you a copy. Go to my website www.tbaird. com for more insight and tips on “The One Thing” It could totally change your life.

If you have any additional questions, contact Theresa Baird today! tbaird@tbaird. com

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The Romantic Clarinet

Does it sometimes seem to you as if spring will never come?

What you need is a night at the Mississauga Symphony to inspire you, relax you and restore your soul!

Peter Shackleton and his clarinet join conductor Daniel Warren and the MSO for an evening of woodwind magic featuring Weber’s technically impressive Second Clarinet Concerto, and Mendelssohn’s Ruy Blas.

The Romantic intensity builds with Brahms’ Symphony #1, an uplifting and inspiring work closely linked in style to the symphonies of Beethoven.

Tickets still available!

905.306.6000 LivingArtsCentre.ca Discounts for seniors/students.

Just $80 for a family of 4!

Saturday, March 23, 2013 8pm Hammerson Hall Living Arts Centre Parking is free!

MississaugaSymphony.ca

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