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Vol. 1 - ISSUE 10 - SEPTEMBER 2012

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SASKATCHEWAN ASSOCIATION FOR SAFE WORKPLACES IN HEALTH A Day In the Life of... fill that gap between primary and acute care. I have a facility. I have a trained staff who know how to deal with women’s care, who know the forms that are required and who know the tests and the care that is required.” All she needed were health care providers to provide the care itself.

Dr. Corrine Jabs - Gynecologist (OBGYN) Who

Recruiting two female doctors who concurrently have other practices and clinics they provide care through, Dr. Jabs was also lucky enough to discover and recruit nurse practitioner Amanda Scollan.

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cialist. If we can have people who are competent at prenatal care, seeing the people who need low risk prenatal care, that frees up our obstetrician to actually see high risk prenatal as well as gynecology patients that require the skills of a specialists in gynecology. And that,” adds Jabs, “is ultimately what we’re aiming for.”

Amanda is originally from Philadelphia, where she was trained as a women’s health nurse practitioner, a certification never before seen in Saskatchewan. Starting out as a Registered Nurse, the health region soon realized she had a number of specialized skills that weren’t being used, and introduced her to Dr. Jabs. Dr. Jabs immediately saw the value in having a nurse practitioner certified in women’s health on staff.

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low risk prenatal visits.”

“Once the volume of the South Saskatchewan Women’s Clinic grows to exceed the capacity of the two family physician providers that I currently have, then Amanda will be providing primary care as well.” While Dr. Jabs’ main motivation for opening the clinic was the need to fill the gap between primary care for women and specialized or acute care, she happily admits the clinic was started to serve a secondary purpose as well: freeing up specialists’ limited time that can better be spent doing operations or dealing with high risk situations.

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When guiding her staff as they answer telephone inquiries at the clinic, Dr. Jabs tells them as a rule of thumb: “If the complaint that they have is something that a guy can have, then it’s not an appropriate reason to come to this clinic.”

cer Agency to potentially provide some of the tests and screenings they normally do for women, Dr. Jabs is also hoping the clinic will be able to help free up some of their limited time and appointments as well.

Fashion column by Riley Lawson | beauty column by Sara Lindsay 1 4 “Not everybody wants their male family physician to listen to their complaints about vaginal discharge, urinary incontinence, or concerns about sexually transmitted infections, or contraception,”

“This clinic is just down the hall from the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency office, so that was one place that we went to and asked if they had people calling who don’t know where to go for a pap

they won’t see her for her prenatal visits. So, sometimes she just doesn’t get care, and sometimes she’s referred to a gynecologist with long waiting lists for care that doesn’t really need to be done by a specialist.”

day in the not too distant future Dr. Jabs says she hopes to be able to expand the clinic’s reach even further.

Add to that the on-call work at the hospital doing caesarean sec- states Dr. Jabs matter-of-factly. “So instead a woman will get her They said “absolutely What thoughts led up to the moment when you decided Which other womensmear. inspire you?– on a regular basis.” We said to them tions, the labour and delivery cases she handles, the patients she birth control pills at a medi-clinic, but that medi-clinic may not be “here we are.” This is the kind of service that we want to provide.” in Emergency and the additional surgical work she performs, willing to do a pap smear for her. They’ll do a pregnancy test, but to run forsees mayor? Still in its early days, the future is looking bright for the clinic. One as well as a wide variety of other clinics at the hospital she attends related to the other gynecology procedures and diagnostic tests, and it would seem on the brink of insanity to add anything else to this otherwise long list of duties. But that’s exactly what she’s done by opening the South Saskatchewan Women’s Clinic (SSWC),

I’ve actually been thinking about it for some time. I have been dealing with all three levels of government since I moved back to Re-

I have to start with the women in my family…my mom, grandmas “I would like to see us provide more group-styled she and and aunts, sisters and sisters-in-law. I have seven education,” brothers

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Vol. 1 - Issue 10 - September 2012

A Day in the Life Dr. Corrine Jabs

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Once upon a time there were ten very different girls, who grew up to be ten very different women. They have three things in common: they’re intelligent; they’re ambitious; and they all work for the Saskatchewan Association for Safe Workplaces in Health (SASWH). A Charlie’s Angels-esque intro seems all too perfect for this team. Much like the modern version of the Angels, the women of SASWH are dedicated to their “Charlie”, CEO George Marshall, the governing board of directors and the vision of this organization which is to eliminate employee injuries within the health care industry. SASWH is a non-profit association established on March 12, 2010 and boasts an exclusively all-female staff. This did not happen by design; it was simply the result of pooling together the best talent. The women tasked with the mission to help its members reduce employee injuries to zero by 2017 are: Bonnie Hender (Director of Operations), Shelly-Anne Mckay (Director of Communications), Bay Vayachack (Executive Assistant to the CEO), Candace Jordan (Coordinator), Stephanie Rogal (Educator), Deb Taylor (Safety Advisor), Bev Ward (Safety Advisor), Jacquie Griffiths (Safety Advisor), Amy Johannsen (Finance Clerk), and Jessica Tremblay (Administrative Assistant). Driven by their passion to make a difference, these women immediately caught the eye of PINK. Bonnie oversees the operations team and ensures that all efforts from the Safety Advisors continue to move the association in the direction of achieving the operational plans. She must always be thinking ten steps ahead and devotes a great deal of her time focused on the bigger picture. As Safety Advisors, Deb, Bev and Jacquie work with assigned employers and the industry as a whole to assist them to make their workplaces safer and to eliminate injuries. They teach, mentor, advise, and support these members regarding injury prevention. They also work to develop the tools and programs necessary to assist them to reach their goals. Support functions of the association are carried out by the rest of the team. Shelly-Anne, manages all media relations and external communications with regards to special events, print, radio, television and online for the association. She can often be found networking with stakeholders at various industry-related events. Bay provides support with matters pertaining to the board of directors and also plays a vital role overseeing financial matters. “Taking care of the day-to-day functions, ensures our CEO is on task and up to speed on the bigger, burning issues so he can focus more on making a difference out there,” Bay said. Candice, is the life-blood of the organization, responsible for the entire facility, procurement and coordinating numerous training sessions across the province. It seems that most everything flows through her at some point. Additionally, she serves as the employee chairperson on the Occupational Health & Safety committee that meets every two weeks. Stephanie provides training for three different riskbased programs across the province. She supports the trainers and instructors who are qualified to teach these programs inside various health care facilities. As an expert on these programs she

is also currently involved in the co-development process of adapting one of them into an e-learning format to allow facilities even greater access to training. What is happening within the health care industry, why is SASWH needed? “There is a real epidemic of injuries occurring among employees who work in the health care across the province. You would think that construction or mining would be the most dangerous industry; yet, in Saskatchewan, health care has earned that title. In 2011 health care employees missed 61,790 days of work due to workplace injuries. This equates to taking 309 full-time employees out of the workforce for an entire year. Think for a moment about how we could be providing even higher quality patient care with these positions filled instead of vacant. This has to stop!” said ShellyAnne. Jacquie explained, “The health care sector is predominantly female dominated; however, the health and safety industry is predominantly male dominated and has a private sector focus. Our work is in both areas which can make it much more challenging. Women in the field of occupational health and safety traditionally have a heavier burden as far as proving themselves. Yet they play an integral part in moving forward health and safety issues in health care and the occupational health and safety industry (public and private sectors).” Bonnie said, “We have an aging workforce, which is going to increase the demands placed on health care services. Without a dramatic decrease in the injury rate of health care employees and the associated costs, there will be a significant decrease in the resources available for patient care. The health and safety of patients has always been, and still is, number one priority for health care. Until the leaders in health care realize that employee safety and patient care are connected (without workers - quality patient care is not possible) and make workplace health and safety a strategic priority, it is unlikely that there will be a major decrease in the injury rate.” Bev said, “Health care has some challenges not shared by other industries. It’s more difficult to control what will happen when working with people than it is when working with objects and machinery, as in, say, a manufacturing setting. Health regions are very large, which makes communication challenging. Historically, the focus has been on the prevention of injury to the patients. Only in recent years has the focus expanded to include worker safety and injury prevention.” Stephanie said, “Other women should know that we [as a gender] make a huge impact on the health care sector. We need to take care of our own safety so that we can keep those we care for safe. All too often we try to put others first and we put ourselves at risk of injury. What we need to realize is that without valuing our own FOR SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN

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safety we cannot protect the safety of those we want to care for. It’s pretty difficult to take care of our client or patient when we are injured ourselves”. PINK asked each of the women to share what it is about the association and their job that makes what they do worth the hard work they put in. You can tell these women have passion for their work based on what some of them shared with our readers. Bonnie replied, “Working with outstanding people and having supportive management. Also SASWH is one of two health care safety associations in Canada. This provides us with the opportunity to be extraordinary and to create and do something original, exciting and dynamic. We are able to focus on the “what could be” versus the “what is.” Deb said, “It’s definitely the people, the passion, and the leadership that make this organization special”. Jacquie said, “Working with women of like mind as well as developing a safety management system (SMS*) and additional initiatives with the intent to reduce injuries in the health care sector. As a founding member of the organization, what makes it special is that it was formed on the basis of trust and caring.” Amy said, “The most rewarding part of my job is that I will be a part of health care history. SASWH is an association that is truly one-ofa-kind. We are the catalyst that is necessary to change injury rates in health care. We are already making progress that has never before been done and it is only getting better”. Shelly-Anne said, “In so many ways we are working to save your mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, friends, boyfriends and husbands from injury to ensure they have a healthy body to enjoy life with you to its fullest. Knowing that we are working to keep people safe and healthy makes you feel good about what you do - deep down at the core. I always say that working for SASWH definitely has a “feel-good factor!”

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Bev said, “Everyone who works here has a real passion and a dedication to the goal of the organization. We all come from slightly different backgrounds, but we all want the same thing. Together we share our knowledge for the benefit of the workers in the health care industry in this province. We are all willing and eager to help each other get the job done”. Jessica said, “[For the future] … keep an eye out for this organization and the amazing things coming from here. Our CEO and the women that work here are extremely intelligent and driven individuals so I see our future goals to be attainable and this will excite the health care industry”. PINK asked the women to share a little bit about each other and how together they make the team a “complete package”. Bay said, “The team is wholly united and we work together for one common goal. We have talented senior individuals who have been in the health and safety industry for years. The experience and knowledge that they bring to the association is irreplaceable. Then there’s the younger generation, these women are well educated and motivated in being a part of the culture change within safety. They bring a charismatic vibe to the office, which makes you want to wake up and actually be at work. Every last one of these individuals has made a difference not only to our employers and clients, but to the other staff as well. They’ll give you the direction, support and time that you require which really makes them all true team players. With the background the senior individuals possess and the vast skill set that the younger generation brings, the women of SASWH are truly one of a kind.” Candice said, “Shelly-Anne is truly inspirational with her leadingedge style; whether it be through strategic communication, marketing, or public affairs/relations. She also tends to be the person who stands up for, and is behind, each staff member. Bonnie guides the Operations team and makes it look effortless with her “down-to-earth” attitude. She has an excellent sense of humour and wit. She can say something in the most stressful situation and I can smile or take something away. Bay is the quiet sensibility for

our association and she devotes herself to her work as Executive Assistant to the CEO”. Jessica said, “Being one of the newest members to the team, these ladies have helped me out tremendously. They are always willing to provide me with information and answer any questions I may have, silly or not, and be completely genuine. Coming into this office, the ladies welcomed me with open arms and smiles, eager to see what I will bring to the organization”. Jacquie said, “We all come from different backgrounds and bring different experiences and skills to our work with SASWH. We have different personalities and our experience and skills really complement each other. This makes a difference and makes us a true team”. Bonnie said, “The people I work with are like an adopted family who really care about each other”. We all know that in the summer especially we all seem to hate getting up for work in the morning. Spending the day hanging out at the beach or poolside is very appealing. We had to find out what makes these women so enthusiastic about their work!? Is there some secret we are missing? Shelly-Anne said, “ It’s as simple as knowing that what we are doing is going to make a difference in the lives of all employees in health care, their patients, their families, their communities, and among their colleagues in the workplace. It also helps to work for an employer that doesn’t just say they care about me and my safety, but they actually demonstrate that they DO. It makes me feel like a very valued employee and I want to do everything I can to help make a difference and realize our vision”. Bay said, “Knowing that there is never going to be a dull moment! I always have something to do which makes me so busy and I find

myself at the end of the day wanting more time”. Making a difference is always a great driving force. Someone once said that an ambitious woman usually has a female they looked up to which helped pave the way for their own success and ambition. We were curious who these women looked up to so we had to ask. Deb said, “At a previous employer I had the opportunity to work in a department with a female Vice-President. Every day she crossed my path and I was always awed. This young female worked by and stayed true to her morals and values and walked-the-talk in her leadership. She never asked for anything that she would not do herself, and her team witnessed this on many occasions. She had the ability to connect on a personal level as well as a professional level with all of her 75 plus employees. In a decision making moment, I find myself saying, “What would _____ do?” and her response would be, “What is the right thing to do?” Stephanie said, “Mother Theresa was a woman that I revere. She was all about helping others help themselves. She was kind and loving and knew the value of empowering people to do for themselves”. Candace shared some of the same inspiration. She said, “Mother Teresa was a simple woman who worked tirelessly and devoted her life to what she believed in. She received numerous honors and devoted any rewards she received to aid the poorest of the poor. Her humble power always amazed me. Also, Ivanka Trump a beautiful, intelligent woman involved in a myriad of business ventures who also finds time for involvement in a number of charitable organizations. She also has strong values and ties to family – what a powerhouse!” Bay said, “My mother; she’s the best. Without her, I wouldn’t be the person that I am today. She is loyal, supportive and will always be there for me”.

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Jessica said, “My mother. I am an extremely hard worker which I learned from the hard work my mother put in every day of her life. She raised 2 kids as a single mom often going without, just to provide food. We never had a lot growing up but never went hungry and had lots of love and support”. Jacquie said, “Barb Byers and Judy Rebick because they are leaders and feminists”. Bonnie said, “I am inspired by Oprah Winfrey. Her show and book club focus on issues facing women. She has tremendous influence. What is remarkable about her is not her wealth, but what she does with it. She donates huge amounts of money to charity. She is a crusader for equality and human rights changing the lives of millions for the better. She came from a terrible upbringing and was abused, but look where she is now. The message to women is to never give up and to chase your dreams”. Creating a strong safety culture across the province is another goal the association wants to achieve. SASWH can be heard referring to something they call the “roadmap to a safety culture,” which they are all living and breathing within their own organization. Within the organization the women serve as the perfect example as to how to achieve this. They look out for each other and are continually looking to improve their work environment and relationships to one another. This has allowed the women to strengthen their bond, and in turn strengthen the goal and vision of the SASWH by serving as a real example that it can be done. Like Charlie’s Angels to the scene of a crime, the SASWH women are always ready to take on the responsibility of creating a safer, healthier Saskatchewan.

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“The health care industry is dedicated to the health and well-being of others, yet it has one of the highest injury rates,” Bonnie explains, in closing. “If SASWH can be instrumental in making health care a safe industry, the incredible financial savings can be utilized for quality patient care. I would like to see Saskatchewan as the province with the best patient care in the country – wouldn’t you?” Shelly-Anne agrees. “We all want a great patient experience for ourselves and our loved ones, should we have to use health care services in the province. So it is critical that safety becomes topof-mind for every employee working in the health care sector. As the most dangerous industry to work in within Saskatchewan, we need to ensure our health care professionals stop getting hurt so they can provide quality patient care. If everyone commits to helping make a difference no matter how small – we truly can. I often think of my husband’s favorite quote, ‘The journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step,’ and I think making a commitment to workplace safety is a great step.” To find out more about SASWH visit their website at: www.saswh.ca *A Safety Management System (SMS) is the collection of all documents, forms, policies, procedures, practices, training and communication required to effectively manage health care and safety in a workplace Makeup by: Hair by:

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New to the Spotlight Kristin Finch - Long Haul Truck Driver by Gail Jansen-Kesslar

Like most young girls of 23, Kristin Finch likes nothing better than soaking in a hot bubble bath, or finding some quiet “me” time to read when she’s at home. But, unlike most girls her age, those times at home are few and far between. Kristin spends most of her time on the road as a long-haul trucker. She entered into the field with her father; they are only one of many such teams that hit the road each and every day to haul a variety of products that most of us just take for granted. From explosives, to medicine, to wine, to TVs, magazines, and clothes they’ve hauled it all. While not the typical dream of most young girls fresh out of high school, Finch had just

been through a series of devastating losses that influenced her decision - from her grandfather, to the man who she always believed was her father, to her mother, whom she lost just as she was entering Grade 12. So when her biological father, whom she had only just met at age 15, offered to take her on the road far from Regina, she eagerly jumped at the chance to get out of town and get to know her dad. What she didn’t realize was that it would be an experience that would ultimately help her to get to know herself as well. After spending her first year out of high school just sitting in the passenger seat, along for the ride, Finch made the decision to go out for her own truck license, and was promptly laughed at by the instructor. Standing at a petite 5’4”, she didn’t look to anyone like she was the stuff truckers were made of. She soon got the last laugh; she passed her driving examination on the very first attempt. Today, Finch has been on the road as a driver for the past four years, and has loved each and every minute of it, despite some of its odder drawbacks. The rude comments of some “old school” truckers who believe a women’s place is at home making babies (a sentiment they happily share with her over the CB as they pass), to having to adjust to a whole new way of sleeping in the back of a truck.

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“Because my dad and I drive double,” says Finch, “the truck is always moving. So even when I’m sleeping my muscles don’t ever relax.” But the good far outweighs the bad, insists Finch. On the road for 10 days at a time and home for 4, with 4 weeks paid vacation each year, Finch says she counts herself lucky to “work less than a school teacher, with an office window that changes all the time.” She’s also had the chance to travel the country from coast to coast. It’s been amazing to see what so few Canadians get to see, especially considering that before this new career, she had never even been beyond Regina’s city limits. And then of course, there’s the money. Making considerably more than a short-haul driver, Finch says, as a long hauler, she’s now in a unique financial position for a person her age. After only four years of driving she now has money down in an RRSP, money saved for a down payment on a house, and a new SUV to boot. But more than just money, Finch has found that truck driving has given her a better sense of self. Something that money simply can’t buy. “I’ve learned a lot about myself just from driving,” says Finch. “Being behind the wheel for so many hours, alone with my thoughts when my dad is sleeping, I’ve become my own best friend, without a doubt.”

include being the first on the scene of an accident, watching people’s lives go up in flames, or even the time she had to drive in the middle of the highway in order to stop a drunk driver from plowing into the cars of families with children that were behind her. This act of bravery earned her the praise and admiration of the RCMP officers on the scene. “I was just shaking,” remembers Finch. “But that’s what it is. It’s hours of complete boredom and then all of a sudden it’s like three minutes of complete chaos, and you have to be able to stay alert and react.” Real-life circumstances have given her an “old soul” perspective on life itself.

“Being behind the wheel for so many hours, alone with my thoughts… I’ve become my own best friend.”

Something more people should think about becoming says Finch, before they make any big moves in life like marriage or kids.

“Life is precious,” says Finch. “We get so caught up in the city and in society that we don’t often just get away from all the drama of everyday life.” Finch says this is one aspect of trucking she’ll miss when the time comes for her to turn in her keys. She’ll also miss the amounts of both alone time and father/ daughter time she gets while out on the road. “I definitely appreciate all the little things more. Even though, from time to time, my dad and I will have a little bit of a disagreement, he’s my dad and I’m his daughter and we just understand each other and know how to get through it. It just works.”

With plans already in the works to retire next August so that she can devote more time to G-Man Motorsports, the new business she, her father and uncle have bought together, Finch says she’ll be happy to move into this next stage of her life as a business woman and maybe one day as a mom. She’ll never regret a single moment she spent on the road.

“Because now,” explains Finch. “I definitely know what I want.” It isn’t all quiet introspection on the road though. With the kind of “open dispatch” that she and her father drive, they never know where they’re off to from one moment to the next. Some days they do a series of short hauls back and forth between cities. This means a lot of hooking and unhooking of trailers.

“I don’t want to be out here forever, but it’s definitely been an experience I’ll always remember. I’ve learned a lot; I’ve seen a lot. Even though I’ve never been in a plane despite all the travelling I’ve done, I think driving a truck down the highway would be equivalent to a first class seat. Definitely.”

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BOOK CLUB While visiting a local Chapters store, it became apparent that the e-reader (an electronic device which enables users to shop for, download, browse, and read e-books, newspapers, magazines, blogs, and other digital media via wireless networking ) has become increasingly popular for adult readers. Upon consulting the staff, they confirmed that women are the top e-book readers, and really seem to enjoy the e-reader for its efficiency and ability to fit many books in one small, compact unity (versus the bulk of carrying four or five heavy books). Because our readers have been asking us to give a list of popular books and best sellers, we thought we’d consult Amazon.com to share what the top e-books have been so far in 2012. Stay tuned next month for more profiles on Saskatchewan authors!

Best Sellers of 2012

(according to Amazon.com) Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy E L James Kindle Price: $9.99

The Lucky One Nicholas Sparks Kindle Price: $7.99

Fifty Shades Darker: Book Two of the Fifty Shades Trilogy E L James Kindle Price: $9.99

Defending Jacob: A Novel William Landay Kindle Price: $12.99

The Hunger Games Suzanne Collins Kindle Price: $5.00

The Innocent David Baldacci Kindle Price: $14.99

Catching Fire (The Second Book of the Hunger Games) Suzanne Collins Kindle Price: $5.99

A Game of Thrones: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book One George R.R. Martin Kindle Price: $8.99

Mockingjay (The Final Book of The Hunger Games) Suzanne Collins Kindle Price: $5.99

Bared to You: A Crossfire Novel Sylvia Day Kindle Price: $7.99

Fifty Shades Freed: Book Three of the Fifty Shades Trilogy E L James Kindle Price: $9.99

The Help Kathryn Stockett Kindle Price: $9.99

The Hunger Games Trilogy Suzanne Collins Kindle Price: $18.99

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close: A Novel Jonathan Safran Foer Kindle Price: $7.03

Gone Girl: A Novel Gillian Flynn Kindle Price: $12.99

The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest: Book 3 of the Millennium Trilogy (Vintage Crime/Black Lizard) Stieg Larsson, Reg Keeland Kindle Price: $9.99

The Marriage Bargain (Marriage to a Billionaire) Jennifer Probst Kindle Price: $2.99 Fifty Shades Trilogy Bundle: Fifty Shades of Grey; Fifty Shades Darker; Fifty Shades Freed E L James Kindle Price: $29.99 16 |

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The Witness Nora Roberts Kindle Price: $14.99 11th Hour (Women’s Murder Club) James Patterson, Maxine Paetro Kindle Price: $14.99

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A Day In the Life of... Dr. Corrine Jabs - Gynecologist (OBGYN) Who

When

Where

Written by

Dr. Corrine Jabs

Regina, SK

August 15th. 2012

Gail Jansen-Kesslar

low risk prenatal visits.”

There’s no such thing as a typical day for Dr. Corrine Jabs. Every day she wears more than one of her many different professional hats. “Every single day of the week can be very different,” says Dr. Jabs from her office during a rare moment of downtime. “But that’s just the crazy life I lead.” An obstetrician/gynecologist with an office practice in Regina for the past 12 years, Dr. Jabs is also the Department Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Regina. This requires her to spend at least one day a week in meetings and with administrative work. Add to that the on-call work at the hospital doing caesarean sections, the labour and delivery cases she handles, the patients she sees in Emergency and the additional surgical work she performs, as well as a wide variety of other clinics at the hospital she attends related to the other gynecology procedures and diagnostic tests, and it would seem on the brink of insanity to add anything else to this otherwise long list of duties. But that’s exactly what she’s done by opening the South Saskatchewan Women’s Clinic (SSWC), a primary care facility that Dr. Jabs now oversees as its director, founder and promoter. “I live in the world of specialty and acute care,” says Dr. Jabs. “A lot of what I do is at the hospital performing various procedures, operations, and seeing patients in both high risk and low risk obstetrics. What I see as the main need in the medical care of women is not acute care, it is primary care. It is family physician led care; it is contraception; it is pap smears; it is

Having seen first-hand a number of patients those in the medical profession call “orphan patients,” or those who don’t have a family doctor to call their own, Dr. Jabs says that many women in their 20s, 30s and 40s, when a woman is typically quite healthy, don’t have a need for specialized care or referrals to specialists. They simply require a level of “wellness care” that can keep them on the path to continued good health, with someone who understands their particular healthcare needs. This is something Dr. Jabs is aiming to provide at the SSWC. When guiding her staff as they answer telephone inquiries at the clinic, Dr. Jabs tells them as a rule of thumb: “If the complaint that they have is something that a guy can have, then it’s not an appropriate reason to come to this clinic.” “Not everybody wants their male family physician to listen to their complaints about vaginal discharge, urinary incontinence, or concerns about sexually transmitted infections, or contraception,” states Dr. Jabs matter-of-factly. “So instead a woman will get her birth control pills at a medi-clinic, but that medi-clinic may not be willing to do a pap smear for her. They’ll do a pregnancy test, but they won’t see her for her prenatal visits. So, sometimes she just doesn’t get care, and sometimes she’s referred to a gynecologist with long waiting lists for care that doesn’t really need to be done by a specialist.” Thus the idea for the South Saskatchewan Women’s Clinic was born. After more than 18 months of planning, organizing, and arranging for all the pieces of the puzzle to fall into place, the clinic has now finally come to life within Dr. Jabs’ own office space.

“If the complaint that they have is something that a guy can have, then it’s not an appropriate reason to come to this clinic.”

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“As my career has progressed, I have spent less and less time in the office and more and more time doing procedures, and doing administrative work. I have this lovely facility with a lovely staff and it sat empty for most of the week. So this,” says Dr. Jabs, “is where I thought I could

fill that gap between primary and acute care. I have a facility. I have a trained staff who know how to deal with women’s care, who know the forms that are required and who know the tests and the care that is required.” All she needed were health care providers to provide the care itself.

Recruiting two female doctors who concurrently have other practices and clinics they provide care through, Dr. Jabs was also lucky enough to discover and recruit nurse practitioner Amanda Scollan. Amanda is originally from Philadelphia, where she was trained as a women’s health nurse practitioner, a certification never before seen in Saskatchewan. Starting out as a Registered Nurse, the health region soon realized she had a number of specialized skills that weren’t being used, and introduced her to Dr. Jabs. Dr. Jabs immediately saw the value in having a nurse practitioner certified in women’s health on staff. “Once the volume of the South Saskatchewan Women’s Clinic grows to exceed the capacity of the two family physician providers that I currently have, then Amanda will be providing primary care as well.” While Dr. Jabs’ main motivation for opening the clinic was the need to fill the gap between primary care for women and specialized or acute care, she happily admits the clinic was started to serve a secondary purpose as well: freeing up specialists’ limited time that can better be spent doing operations or dealing with high risk situations. Now in talks with Planned Parenthood and the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency to potentially provide some of the tests and screenings they normally do for women, Dr. Jabs is also hoping the clinic will be able to help free up some of their limited time and appointments as well.

Amanda Scollan and Dr. Corrine Jabs

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“This clinic is just down the hall from the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency office, so that was one place that we went to and asked if they had people calling who don’t know where to go for a pap smear. They said “absolutely – on a regular basis.” We said to them “here we are.” This is the kind of service that we want to provide.” Still in its early days, the future is looking bright for the clinic. One day in the not too distant future Dr. Jabs says she hopes to be able to expand the clinic’s reach even further. “I would like to see us provide more group-styled education,” she says with enthusiasm. “Having a regular schedule of group sessions on a variety of topics, provided by the practitioners here or by specialists, can educate people on a much grander basis that just seeing one patient at a time.” All in all, no matter which hat she’s wearing, Dr. Jabs hopes that at the end of the day, no matter what level of healthcare they’re seeking, soon women will have the type of healthcare they need more readily available to them.

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Cabinets and Hardware Knowledge, Knowledge and More Knowledge

The dictionary defines cabinets as a cupboard with drawers or shelves for storing or showing off things. In the trade they are called millwork, upper cabinets and base cabinets. They are a big part of a kitchen budget. Not too long ago, dovetail joints inside the drawers were almost all you needed to detect high-end cabinets. That gap has blurred as more makers offer high end features on low-end lines. It is possible that you can have these and other once-exclusive features and still wind up with shoddy product. Cottage Kitchen Cabinets

Keep cabinets light in colour and draw to them with old-fashioned freezer handles or large wooden knobs, beadboard or batten doors, and hardware metal finishes like oiled or antique bronze, or even copper. Furniture-style cabinet details.

In the far past, cabinets as we know them were not built-into the home; freestanding large wooden chests called armoires which believe it or not used to store arms and armour, pie safes — wooden cupboards with tiny holes brought in by Pennsylvania Germans in the 19th century, and presses used to extract (juice or oil) by squeezing fruit, vegetables, etc. were the norm. Therefore it is only natural that you bring out that time period by adding defining furniture features to your built in cabinets. I suggest the addition of bun feet beneath lower cabinets. By placing exposed feet on lower cabinets you get the look of furniture and ease of use of custom cabinets. Carry forth the look by placing corbels beneath upper cabinets and shelving. Give the illusion that a built-in cupboard or dresser (typically 20 |

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Corbel with open shelves above) isn’t attached to the wall or floor by painting the millwork in a contrasting colour. Cottage kitchens typically have open upper cabinets. But it is nice to have some of your items behind doors to keep dust at bay. Using seeded or clear glass doors in upper cabinetry works great. Colourful dishes and serving pieces are on show so your kitchen has the outward look of being cheerfully cluttered. Beadboard on the fronts of cabinets add charm and beauty to any kitchen. Wainscoting, a subway or patterned vintage tile backsplash, simple crown moulding to top the cabinets and touchable country accents all present the cottage lifestyle. Beadboard shouts “cottage”. This classic grooved paneling is a lasting top pick. It is easy to install, and a natural for adding warmth and character to new or existing cabinetry. Countertops and Backslashes In your cottage kitchen honed rather than polished finishes for counters and hardware are fitting. There is no hard and fast rule here. Countertops are one of those personal additions to your kitchen. There are many modern and some not so modern finishes to consider. The only material that I find totally wrong in a cottage kitchen is stainless steel. Granite Counters

Granite is the countertop material of choice when there are no other things to think about - like your budget. It sets out class and style in your kitchen. As the use of granite becomes more widespread, the price comes down. The beauty of the stone gives eye-appeal to even the most modest kitchen. Pros: no two counter tops the same; holds up to heat; comes in a range of almost 3000 colours; looks lasting and valuable; lasts a lifetime; new sealers are almost

maintenance-free; second highest hardness rating after diamonds; has a high value to home buyers. Cons: expensive, but becoming more affordable; requires some work to keep; absorbs stains if not sealed; knives can become dull if you cut on it; can crack if stressed or improperly installed. Engineered Stone

Made of 93% quartz particles and found in a larger range of colours than granite. It has a nonporous surface that resists scratches. It’s easy to maintain, without the annual sealing required by natural stone. This is a material that would not have been available to the cottage kitchens of yesterday. Pros: Resistant to stain and acid; easy care. Cons: Expensive. Solid Surface

Because solid surface counters are just what they’re called, solid, any scratches can be sanded out. The countertops are custom-made to fit your kitchen cabinets. Pros: comes in a rainbow of colours and patterns; seamless; stain resistant. Cons: vulnerable to hot pans and stains which can damage the surface; can be moderately expensive.

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10 Questions with Marian Donnelly by Lee Parent

What thoughts led up to the moment when you decided to run for mayor?

I’ve actually been thinking about it for some time. I have been dealing with all three levels of government since I moved back to Regina in 1996, whether for building permits or advocacy issues or funding for different projects, and I was always intrigued by the people who were elected officials. I was raised to believe that it was important to give back to your community; my parents were always actively involved in community initiatives. I mentioned that I might run for mayor some day in an interview with QC magazine in January and was surprised by the way my phone rang off the hook. People were very encouraging and supportive, which helped immensely. I think Regina is at a really exciting time and place and ripe for change.

You left Regina at an early age but came back; did that give you a different perspective?

I love Regina. I was born and raised here, but lived in Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver for twenty years, which really helped me appreciate how fortunate we are here, how special our quality of life is. We need to work toward maintaining that quality, and not allow our city to deteriorate with urban sprawl and inadequate planning. We need to be thinking of the next seven generations, not just what we need today or in the next year.

What is your education background?

I returned to school at 48 and obtained my Master of Business Administration from the University of Regina, through their Executive MBA program. It was an outstanding experience. Our class was a cross-section of the province, with people from every Crown Corporation, the City, police and fire departments, lawyers, accountants, farmers, retail, health services, provincial and federal governments and so on. It was a really interesting group of people! We continue to stay in touch by having monthly lunches. Beyond that, I would say I’ve gained a significant amount of real-life education, by being an entrepreneur, by living in other cities, by working with non-profit organizations, by being a mentor to many hundreds of young people, and by being a parent. I have been employed or self-employed and supporting myself since 1975, so that’s a significant amount of real world experience.

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Which other women inspire you?

I have to start with the women in my family…my mom, grandmas and aunts, sisters and sisters-in-law. I have seven brothers and two sisters. One of the best things about having seven brothers is that I’ve gained seven sisters-in-law. We all have a strong work ethic and pull together to get the job done, whether it’s cooking for 40 people or in our respective fields of employment. Other women I’ve admired or been inspired by include Lynda Haverstock for her grace and dignity; former MLA Joanne Crofford for her no-nonsense way of getting things done; my first boss Laurie Bowering, who taught me the importance of integrity and professionalism. There are the hundreds of artists who all value their creativity and talent as something that must be pursued, that has to be honoured as the gift that it is. It’s not easy making a living in the creative sector. These people could all take the easy road and seek secure employment, but they persevere and do what they can to get by, so that we can hear their music, or see their paintings, and share in those gifts. Imagine what life would be if we had no music or art in whatever form! How boring would that be?

You are always “on the go”; how do you relax and relieve stress?

My favorite de-stressor is a walk around Wascana Lake. We are so blessed to have that beautiful oasis in the middle of our city. My next favorite de-stressor would be spending time with my nieces and nephews. Laughing with children is the best cure for anything that ails me. My own son doesn’t live in Regina, so talking on the phone with Matt also helps me unwind. He keeps me real.

Since your last name has “historical significance” in Regina, does that increase your desire to be involved in the future of the city? I’m guessing that you are referring to the fact that my dad, Les, has a street named after him. Donnelly Crescent in the north west end was named in honour of his numerous contributions to our city. At 84, Dad remains a role model to me. His “wall of fame” at the family cottage is full of plaques that recognize his years of service to our community; he served on boards of non-profit organizations, the Centre of the Arts and Exhibition Park, worked with the Chamber of Commerce, Regina Real Estate Association and Saskatchewan Safety Council. But the next generation is important too; I want Dad’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren (when he has some) to experience the same quality of life that we have here.

What other issues will you focus on if elected?

We need to stop hiring consultants and start hiring people at City Hall who would be employed long term to help deal with our housing crisis. Then we would keep knowledge here in Regina. Hiring consultants means that most of the research and knowledge they are gaining is going with them when they leave.

Are you a ”techie” or do you prefer old-fashioned, face-to-face communication?

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Can you describe the neighborhood-based approach to city planning that you referred to when you announced your candidacy?

I was involved in developing a cultural plan for the City of Saskatoon, and learned about Saskatoon’s neighborhood-based approach that has been recognized as a best-practice model across Canada. Basically, every neighborhood is viewed as a complete entity, with all needs accessible - groceries, cultural and sporting facilities, transit, and schools - without having to travel significant distances. Entire neighborhoods in Regina don’t have grocery stores. Schools are closing; there’s no community centre or a place for people to meet in many neighborhoods. The transit system is underutilized because it’s inconvenient. We need to rethink how we’ve always done things, and look at making every neighborhood in Regina liveable, walkable, safe and engaging.

There is no substitute for face-to-face meetings where facial expressions and tone of voice can be interpreted, but I embrace technology when it can streamline a process. Press releases are a good example; sending something instantaneously to a large email list is easier than typing, making hundreds of copies, stuffing envelopes, stamping and mailing them. As an example of the benefits of technology, supporters will be able to visit me at the constituency office at 2156 Albert Street, but they can also email me at marian@mariandonnelly.com

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How can Regina address the issue of affordable housing, which is becoming more of a concern as our city grows so rapidly? First, we should quit saying that housing is not the responsibility of the municipality. Funding for housing comes from provincial and federal agencies, but we must accept our responsibility to ensure that people have places to live. Other cities have had great success by adopting a “Housing First” strategy as a proactive way to deal with many social issues; the concept is that it’s easier to deal with addictions or health issues, to get training or find employment, if you have a place to live. As for the “affordable” housing issue, there are many people who are employed, but still can’t afford to rent or purchase. Empty lots in Regina could be developed into multi-unit residences However, it’s not an option that makes sense for developers because of things like parking requirements. Many tenants don’t own cars, but use public transit (something we should be encouraging!). Eliminating that parking requirement is one of the simple things that could be easily changed to encourage more multi-unit developments.

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Jam for the Fall

Spicy Strawberry Jam

Easy Apple Rhubarb Jam

Ingredients

2 cups chopped strawberries 1 cup sweet red wine 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick 1 green chile pepper 1 pinch red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon salt

3 cups diced rhubarb 3 cups diced peeled apples 2 cups white sugar 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 (2 ounce) package dry pectin

Directions Soak the strawberries in red wine for 10 minutes, then transfer to a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. As soon as it starts to boil, add the ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, chile pepper, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar and salt. Boil over medium heat, stirring every 10 minutes, until the preserve thickens. Remove the chile pepper and cinnamon stick from the preserves. Ladle into clean 1/2 pint jars, wipe rims with a clean cloth or paper towel, and seal with new lids. Store in the refrigerator.

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Directions In a large saucepan mix together the rhubarb, apples, sugar, water and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then cook over medium heat for 20 minutes or until the fruit is soft. Stir in the pectin and boil for 5 minutes. Ladle into sterile jars, wipe rims with a clean cloth or paper towel, and seal with new lids. Process in a bath of simmering water for at least 10 minutes, or as recommended by your local extension if you are at a high altitude. Store unopened jars in a cool dark place. Refrigerate jam after opening.

Saskatoon Berry Jam

Plun Jam Ingredients

Ingredients 4 cups (1 L) saskatoons 3 cups (750 mL) sugar 1/4 cup (50 mL) water Juice and grated peel of 1/2 lemon

4 1/2 cups pitted, chopped plums 1/2 cup water 7 1/2 cups white sugar 1/2 teaspoon butter (optional) 1 (1.75 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin 8 half-pint canning jars with lids and rings

Directions Directions • Crush the saskatoons in a Dutch oven or a large heavy sauce pan. I like to leave some closer to “whole” than completely crushed to give the jam a little bit of chewy texture. Heat the berries on a medium heat until the juice starts to seep from them. • Add in the sugar and the water and bring to a boil making sure to stir constantly. Once you have brought it to a boil, add in the lemon juice and the lemon peel. Bring to a boil again and cook, stirring frequently until thick, about 15 minutes. • Pour into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch (6 mm) headspace. Wipe jar rims thoroughly. Seal and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Makes about 3 cups (750 mL).

Place the plums and water into a large pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the sugar, and add butter to reduce foaming, if needed. Bring the mixture to a full, rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly, and then mix in the pectin quickly. Return the jam to a full boil, and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and skim off and discard any foam. Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the plum jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/8 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes. Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a clothcovered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area. Refrigerate opened jars for up to 3 weeks. FOR SASKATCHEWAN WOMEN

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Everyday

Hero Zorka De L Scrimshaw By Lee Parent

No two days are the same for Zorka De L Scrimshaw (Fuentes). She obviously thrives on variety and a hectic pace. As one of only five female race horse judges in Canada, she loves her work and feels that she’s living the best of all possible lives. Good cheer permeates her demeanor, even on the telephone. “I am a very lucky person,” she said more than once during our conversation. Only when I dug a little deeper did I realize that this vibrant lady is an inspiration to other women in many, many ways. Her good luck is the result of hard work and determination. At the age of fifteen, Zorka arrived in Canada with her parents and two brothers, fleeing the dictatorship of Pinnochet in Chile. As political refugees, the family landed on Canadian soil with no knowledge of English and few resources but still feeling lucky because Canada offered them refuge. With no say in the matter of location, they were established in Regina with no idea what the future would hold, just the hope that this country would offer opportunity as well as freedom. Even at fifteen, Zorka was ambitious; she quickly learned English and graduated from Central Collegiate in Regina. She married at an early age and soon had two sons. However, her husband was abusive and she refused to tolerate such a situation. Striking out on her own, she raised her boys alone, moved to a few different locales in Manitoba and Saskatchewan as she pursued various jobs. Eventually she found employment with an answering service and worked the graveyard shift, starting at 10:30 p.m. A neighbor’s daughter watched over her two sons while Zorka worked; she got home each morning in time to see them off to school, then slept during the day. Zorka took her parenting duties very seriously. She volunteered with many of her sons’ extracurricular activities, believing strongly that being involved in sports would keep them out of trouble. Her older son tried many different activities; her younger one became devoted to soccer and developed many strong friendships which continue to this day. Both sons still tell her often how much it meant that she was always there for them. 28 |

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Recalling her own early challenges, Zorka also volunteered with the Open Door Society, assisting other newcomers to learn English and find their way in a new world. She helped organize children’s art projects at the Neil Balkwill Centre and later assisted at the Friendship Centre in Saskatoon. To this day, in spite of her hectic schedule, Zorka chooses one volunteer activity every year and devotes herself to it. One project dear to her heart was sponsoring an immigrant family at Christmas. Memories of her own first holiday season, spent in a Regina hotel, inspired her and her family to gather gifts, a tree and a Christmas hamper for the newcomers, a very satisfying process. This year, her charity of choice is actually a young African girl; Zorka is funding the girl’s university education for a year. She knows that many young women in that country are denied educational opportunities that can make a tremendous difference in their lives. Zorka has learned to love the seasons in Saskatchewn, but a childhood in temperate Chile did not prepare her for the wickedness of a Saskatchewan winter. One very vivid memory of her arrival is the first snowstorm she experienced, shortly after immigrating; she and her family had never imagined such weather. Ironically enough, she now lives in Duck Lake, where winter can be even more of a challenge; she settled there due to what she calls her ‘real life fairy tale’. Between single motherhood and holding down two jobs at once over the years, Zorka found little time to socialize, and at last decided to try internet dating - not necessarily to meet a mate, but perhaps just to find a friendly relationship. Amazingly enough, she found a true soul mate, just as the dating site commercials promise. For some reason, when she first met him, she thought her husband-to-be was a carpenter. Only when he took her to a gallery that showcased his work did she realize he was prolific artist Glen Scrimshaw, famous for scenes of the north including incredible representations of the Northern Lights. Besides being her soul mate and husband, Glen is Zorka’s biggest fan and supporter. “She has many, many stories to tell, some sad and some happy. Throughout it all Zorka has remained true to herself and her Latino Culture,” he declares. Before she met Glen, Zorka was offered a job as Administrative Assistant at Queensbury Downs, where thoroughbred horse races were held; the office was a one-person operation assisting three judges. Zorka gradually learned every facet of the industry including rules and regulations for horses and jockeys, scheduling of events, and office procedures. Her manager mentored her and was determined that she qualify as a judge, since so few women ever enter that field.

Let’s Ta lk R ea l Estate with

Penny Milton

WHAT’S GOING ON IN REGINA?? ... part 3 Hello again... this is the third and final installment for what’s going on in Regina as far as average house prices are concerned. This month we’ll take a look at the stats in Area 3, which includes most of the downtown as well as some spots a little further north. And as I’ve said before, these figures are overall averages and do not take into account style, size, extras etc... nor does the list include condos. These numbers are based on my research using the MLS stats from Jan. 1 – July 31, 2012. So here’s the scoop: Subdivision

Average Average Days Sale Price on Market Arnheim Pl. $ 259,602 15 Broders Annex 222,277 19 Cathedral 279,041 30 Churchill Downs 238,403 31 Coronation Park 257,395 27 Cityview 240,110 31 Dominion Heights 313,613 12 Douglas Place 355,100 26 Eastview 205,367 29 Glen Elm 259,023 24 General Hospital 207,624 22 Highland Park 178,308 24 Transition 360,975 8 Washington Parkdale 149,355 29 I decided to include a few popular locations close to Regina: Pilot Butte 361,608 47 White City 592,223 64 Emerald Park 600,056 33 Balgonie 370,083 43 Regina Beach 255,295 89 Buena Vista 331,699 102 Lumsden 462,080 26 Craven 461,750 49

Units Sold 41 51 59 35 33 10 8 5 27 22 39 13 4 141 13 30 16 15 22 14 5 4

I hope you have found this interesting... it’s always amazing to see how things have changed in the last few years. Until next time... Penny is a full time REALTOR® with Sutton Group Results Realty and has been in the business for over 18 years. As a long time resident of Regina, she has extensive knowledge of the local housing market and specializes in relocations and residential sales of all types.Contact Penny at 306-522-4726 or visit www.pennymilton.com

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“Many people were very helpful along the way,” Zorka assured me. “When I was in the barns or on the track, everyone was so willing to help me learn.” She took courses, wrote exams, and qualified as a judge in 1998, finding it all very interesting and exciting. Her success in such a male dominated field is just one more indication of her tenacity, determination and good humor. When the Regina course closed, she moved to Saskatoon to continue her career in racing at Marquis Downs. During all those years, she also worked for RBC. However, having a hip replacement in 2007 meant that she had to cut back her hours of work. She decided to stay in the world of horse racing.

Zorka doesn’t just judge thoroughbreds; every Friday she goes to Yorkton to judge the harness racing held there. Then it’s back to Saskatoon for the weekend events, involving eleven or twelve hour workdays.

Several days a week, Zorka leaves the house at 6:45 a.m. Some of her days are spent at the Marquis Downs facility in Saskatoon, preparing for racing events or following up on them. The race itself is the culmination of a great deal of preparation, including testing of horses and jockeys to be sure regulations are followed. Results are recorded and records kept; there’s an enormous amount of detail involved.

Zorka considers it more good fortune that her sons have found satisfying careers; her youngest, Cristian, lives in and works for the City of Saskatoon; her oldest, Eric, is a psychologist in Toronto, working with autistic children. But their success, as so much else, has little to do with luck and more to do with hard work and high standards, learned from their mother as she overcame many challenges and forged her way to a thrilling career and a fulfilling life, helping many others along the way.

Luckily, besides loving the work itself, Zorka has a special affinity for horses. Over the years, she has become very fond of some of the animals. She is sure they recognize her, greeting her as she comes near. “They are beautiful animals, all different,” she explains. After all, horses have various features and personalities, just as humans do.

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Ready For Autumn Drink Recipes

Autumn Punch

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Ingredients

2 teaspoons whole cloves

1 15-ounce can pumpkin (chilled)

1/2 of a vanilla bean, split lengthwise 1 64 ounce bottle apple-cranberry juice

1 12-ounce can evaporated milk (chilled)

4 medium purple and/or green plums, pitted and sliced

8 ounces vanilla yogurt 1/4 cup sugar

1 750 milliliter of fruity white wine

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Ice cubes

Whipped cream, to taste (optional)

Directions • Place cloves and vanilla bean in center of a double-thick 6-inch square of 100-percent-cotton cheesecloth. Bring corners of cloth together; tie closed with clean string. Pour apple-cranberry juice into a large container or pitcher. Add plums and spice bag. Cover and chill for 4 to 24 hours.

Directions • Combine pumpkin, milk, yogurt, sugar and spice in a blender; cover. • Blend until mixture is smooth. • Pour into glasses; top with whipped cream (if desired) and an additional sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Serves four.

Baileys Caramel Appletini Ingredients 1 ounce(s) Baileys Caramel Irish Cream 1/2 ounce(s) Smirnoff Green Apple Flavored Vodka 1 slice(s) apple 1 teaspoon(s) caramel

Directions • Add Baileys Caramel Irish Cream and Smirnoff Green Apple Flavored Vodka. • Shake with ice and strain into a prechilled martini glass. • Garnish with an apple slice and caramel.

• 2. Remove and discard cheesecloth bag. Stir in wine. Serve beverage and plum slices over ice. (Or omit the ice and heat the juice mixture and wine in a 4-quart Dutch oven until hot. Serve in heatproof mugs.) Makes 10 to 12 servings.

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AUTUMN/WINTER 2012 TREND REPORT

Written by Sara Lindsay

As we say good-bye to summer and welcome the crisp, fresh and beautiful season of autumn, it’s time to put away the coral, glossy lips and cheeks and move into warm and fresh looks for fall. There are a few fabulous looks trending for this season. Go ahead and get creative with them. Adapt some or all of these looks to suit you and your lifestyle. Try something you’ve never considered before. Makeup is all about experimenting so discover what works for you.

trend. This fall it seems that dewy skin prevails. We are definitely seeing luminous, sheer coverage on the skin. Brows are appearing natural, full and textured. Comb the brows up, keep them tidy but not over tweezed and run a light sweep of clear brow set through them to keep them in place.

Time and time again, we see the classic look of luminous skin with a bold lip and nude eye. This season, it’s back again. For an interesting modern pop, add a dash of clear eye gloss to the lid for a subtle yet effective touch of texture. Choose a deep burgundy or tomato red lip for a polished and striking feature. Use a lip liner for good definition and to prevent your lipstick from bleeding. Dab and reapply a few times for a rich finish.

As we warm up our makeup for fall, of course we’re looking forward to cozy wardrobe shifts as well. Local stylist Riley Lawson can help you tie all of this together with a closet detox or personal shopping experience. So, if you’re a little bit unsure, contact her to help keep you on point for fall! www.rileylawson.com

Another look for fall is jewel tones. Try a smoky eye using emerald greens, bronzes or deep purples and finish with a rusty lip and warm, peachy cheek. Use dark burgundy mascara for a modern twist. This makes green and blue eyes appear even more striking. Watch for the trend of earthy tones as well this season. A wash of warm taupes, terra cottas and browns across the eye lid compliment a well contoured cheek and a nude or rust coloured lip. Keep mascara to a minimum with this look and keep foundation fresh and sheer. There are a couple of general trends that apply to all of these looks. Matte skin has never been a favourite look of mine. I find it unnatural and dull. However, it does come in and out of

I’ve included a few images and product suggestions for your autumn/winter makeup trends for 2012.

For more in depth information, I offer private makeup lessons at my studio. www.saralindsay.ca | info@saralindsay.ca (306) 591-7829

MAC COSMETICS from L to R: Paint Pot Eye Shadow - Quite Natural, Brow Set- Clear, Mineralize Eye Shadow- Young Punk, Mineralize Satin Finish SPF 15, Eye Gloss- Clear, Lipstick- Ladybug, Mineralize Blush - Warm Soul

About the artist... Originally from Canada, and having spent many years of her career in the United Kingdom, Sara Lindsay is a professional makeup artist, with training from some of London’s top fashion academies. Having had the opportunity to work with some of Britain’s top artists, Sara brings an edge to her hometown of Regina. Sara’s professional experience includes runway work, editorial spreads, compelling commercial campaigns, weddings and special event clients. London Fashion Week and The London Clothes Show are just some of the highlights of her career. Sara was named Canadian Makeup Artist of the Year at The Mirror Awards 2011 and most recently was named a finalist for 2012. Sara’s successful freelance career, which complimented her time as a regional associate with MAC COSMETICS UK, gave her valuable experience in working closely with clientele to consult and direct their transformation to the extraordinary. In a consultative style, Sara works to achieve a look that is uniquely your own. 32 |

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Summer to Fall

by RIley lAW son

style@rileylawson.com |w w w . r i l e y l a w s o n . c o m

fter a recent trip to Canada’s west coast, I noticed a few unique ways to take your spring/summer wardrobe into the cooler days of fall and even into winter, and wanted to share them with everyone! Certain pieces should be packed away season to season but here are some items to keep in your closet and dresser year-round.

A plAyful pRInted skIRt (oR Any skIRt foR thAt mAtteR…) A big hit for spring, bigger hit for summer, and definitely a major player for fall/winter. do not put this one in storage, ladies! Instead, grab a pair of thick woven pantyhose or tights and layer the top half with a tank and cardigan, blouse and blazer combo, or even a knit sweater. throw on a pump until the snow falls and then opt for a boot.

youR go-to summeR shoRts It might seem crazy to wear shorts during the cold winter months in saskatchewan and you’re somewhat correct - this is slightly more limited but definitely worthy of closet space until about november. like the summer skirt, you’ll want to grab a pair of thicker (you could even go for a knit) tights and throw them on underneath. this style looks awesome with ankle/ mid calf boots, a collared button down tucked in, and a cardigan or blazer.

the mAxI dRess(es) you hAd to hAve did you go overboard on maxi dresses this year? have no fear – they can stil have the spotlight. It’s as easy as tossing on a thin-knit sweater or a leather jacket, tights or knee-high socks, and some boots. If you’re a little more daring in your fashion practices: grab the hem of the skirt in front of your left leg and pull it directly up to your waistline and either tuck it into the waist or belt, or fasten it to the top of the skirt with a brooch (I’m going to post a how-to for this on my facebook page). the front should stil be long enough to cover your leg to the knee; it gives you a whole new look!

thAt speCIAl sleeveless blouse they were a great way to stay cool this summer but they’re also perfect for layering. try a soft knit v-neck sweater over the blouse, and pop the collar out over the sweater for a polished look. you can also add a blazer and some skinny black pants for a perfect work outfit that can transition easily into night.

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Girls Just Want To Have Fun (Too)

by Dale Strawford Every year it’s the same thing. The boys are giddily planning a guy’s trip somewhere, to go fishing, golfing or what appears to be some other excuse to get away and have some fun. You are stuck at home. You are not going. You might be at home with the kids. You might even be at home alone reading this. You are supportive and smile. Boys will be boys.

Women today recognize the value of the bonding trip with the guys, I mean the girls. Men have long understood the value of the guy’s trip where shared experiences and time well spent (or poorly spent) reinforces and strengthens friendships in ways that going for coffee or a few beer does not. More and more women are starting these annual rituals for themselves and there has never been a better time to do it.

But hey, didn’t someone once say that “girls just want to have fun”? Why not you?

Saskatchewan women are enjoying the boom times and are ready to treat themselves to the finer things in life. More and more companies are offering vacation getaways geared to the ladies.

It has always amazed me that women do not seem to have the same bonding trips as guys. I am one of those lucky guys with an understanding wife who lets me go on several annual fishing trips with the boys. These trips are always under the premise of tradition and time spent with friends and brothers that is hard to get outside such a trip. I know my wife has always been a bit jealous and I wonder why she never does such things with her friends. I think it’s a complicated answer but I believe it comes down to several reasons. First, many mothers feel they cannot leave their children. They are the primary caregivers and the children need them. And, of course, if left in the hands of the man of the house, they will be overdosed on Kraft Dinner, pop and too many late nights! I’m just guessing here. Second, there traditionally haven’t been a lot of obvious girl trip options leaping out at women. Most of the trips that men take frankly do not appeal to women. It may be simplistic but there are just not many shopping opportunities in those locales. Of course I am being simplistic. And facetious. Times have changed. 34 |

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The variety of trips available is really phenomenal once you start your search, ranging from the mild and relaxing to the challenging and free spirited. Some of what you choose depends on the amount of time you have available for the trip. It also depends highly on your companions as everyone has to buy into the trip (literally) and be willing to invest the holiday time. With so many options to choose from where do you start? Tough one and I cannot give you that answer. What I can tell you, however, from experience, is a little secret about the guy’s trips that you should know. They are not really about the activity we are doing. Or the place we go. It’s much more than that. It’s really about having the undivided attention of your friends and being able to really catch up in a way that you can’t do any other way. You, your friends, some wine and some good conversation. What could be better? Call your friends and start planning.

THree Girl GeTaWays in THe neiGHbourHood

Temple Gardens Mineral Spas Everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite Saskatchewan spa is busy year-round and a well nice balance between the hot springs and spa experience.Booking early is advised.The spa is located in Moose Jaw, a 45 minute drive east of Regina.See their website at http://www.templegardens.sk.ca/. Their packages, including a Girlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Getaway Package, are listed here: http://www.templegardens.sk.ca/packages.html.

Elk Ridge Resort and Spa A full season resort offering 27 championship golf holes and newly opened spa. Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are also excellent options in the winter months with the resort adjacent to Prince Albert National Park. It is located an easy and beautiful 45 minute drive north of Prince Albert. See their website at http://www.elkridgeresort.com/ and their spa offers here http://www.elkridgeresort.com/spa/.

Lake Louise Yoga Retreat or Spa Package Practise your yoga technique alongside an expert in the calming surroundings of Lake Louise at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.They have many excellent offers to choose from. For details, see http://www.fairmont.com/lake-louise/ special-offers/hotel-offers/.

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Girls Surf Camp in Central America There are many ‘girls only’ surf schools to choose from along the Pacific Coast, particularly in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Some offer a balanced approach of yoga, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), as well as jungle tours to change it up a bit. Check out ChivaBrava at http://www.chicabrava.com/ or Pure Vida Adventures http://www.puravidaadventures. com/.

YOLO Tours YOLO stands for You Only Live Once. These are tours put on by G-Adventures. These trips are diverse, interesting and geared towards younger travellers who may have a bestie and a multi-week opening for adventure - worldwide. Although these adventures are not geared solely for females, theyare a great option. Check out G-Adventures YOLO Tours at http://www.gadventures.com/trips/yolo/.

Foodie Tours Italy is a favourite destination of mine with fabulous options for the discriminating palette. They have a very well developed ‘agritourismo’ industry, which simply means farm-stay vacations. Vegetables and food are rich and diverse. When you need something, all you have to do is 10 feet outside the doors to get it. The flavours will make you wonder why you were not there sooner. For accommodations and a taste of the good life of Italy, check out http://www.agriturismo.it/en/ . And don’t forget to ask about cooking lessons; you won’t be sorry you asked.

Yoga Retreats For the well healed, the Amangiri Resort is the place dreams are made of. This ultra-luxury resort and spa is tucked into one of the most beautiful areas of the United States – the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Park. I can say from experience that it is indescribably beautiful. Much of yoga has to do with the awe inspiring view and Utah fits the bill. Thought of as a sleepy destination by many, the geography of Utah is one of majestic views and open expanses to recharge your batteries.There are plenty of hiking and luxurious spa options.http://www.amanresorts.com/amangiri/home.aspx

Okanogan Wine Festival Need I say more? From September 28 to October 7 (10 lovely days), you can enjoy the regions wine and food fare With over 165 events happening around the valley, there is something that will appeal to everyone. The events are very popular and you are advised to book early to avoid disappointment. http://www.thewinefestivals.com/the_fall_okanagan_wine_festival/

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ARTHRITIS - NOT JUST A CONCERN FOR THE ELDERLY

Arthritis is described as inflammation of the joints. According to a Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health Surveillance report from Ontario, arthritis is currently one of the most prevalent chronic conditions in all of Canada and a leading cause of long-term disability, pain and increased health care utilization. So what do we know about this very common ailment? We know that its cause is unknown, although scientists have uncovered a host of clues. We know that there are 100 forms of arthritis. We also know that 140,000 people in Saskatchewan are living with arthritis. This number includes only those that have reported their symptoms. Two-thirds of those suffering from arthritis are women. The most common symptoms of arthritis are joint pain, stiffness, swelling and muscle weakness. When someone has suffered from any of these symptoms for more than two weeks, The Arthritis Society recommends they consult with their doctor to get a proper diagnosis so that, if needed, a treatment plan can be discussed and implemented. It is important to figure out which type of arthritis a person has, since symptoms and treatments can vary significantly. Early diagnosis can help to manage the symptoms. While there is no cure, almost all forms of arthritis are manageable, especially when proper therapies are started early The most common type of arthritis in Saskatchewan is osteoarthritis (OA). Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease caused by aging and wear and tear on a joint. Increased risk factors of OA include a family history of the illness, excess weight, joint injury, age and the presence or likelihood of other types of arthritis. OA can also be caused by an injury from a car accident or sports. The second most common type of arthritis is rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is an autoimmune disease, which means the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. RA commonly strikes between 20 and 50 years of age, greatly impacting people in the prime of their life. Infection, genetics and hormone changes are linked to the disease. While genetic factors cannot be changed, environmental ones can be addressed. By avoiding smoking, ex38 |

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cessive stress and maintaining proper dental hygiene, the odds of developing RA are decreased. Almost all forms of arthritis are more predominant in women. The exceptions are gout and ankylosingsponsylitis. The Arthritis Society offers information and resources to anyone who asks. All it takes is a call to their local office in Saskatoon or Regina to find out where to attend workshops and presentations about how to better manage the pain and help improve quality of life. Research and programming is made possible through major fundraisers that The Arthritis Society organizes annually. Their longest running fundraiser, Joints in Motion, has raised over $33 million dollars in Canada by encouraging fund-raisers to run, walk, cycle and trek to raise funds and awareness of arthritis. The Jingle Bell Walk & Run for Arthritis is a festive and fun-filled holiday themed walk and run. Hundreds of participants tie jingle bells to their shoes to ‘make noise for arthritis.’ This year’s event takes place on Sunday, November 4 in Regina and on Sunday, November 18 in Saskatoon.

and vegetables, especially those high in vitamin C, seem to have a lower risk of developing inflammatory arthritis. Antioxidants have been shown to help protect joints and reduce some inflammation by neutralizing some of the body’s chemicals that cause inflammation. Some researchers have suggested that antioxidants may even help prevent arthritis.The Arthritis Society’s indicates that the most important link between diet and arthritis is weight. Being overweight puts an extra burden on your weight-bearing joints (back, hips, knees, ankles and feet) when they are already damaged or under strain. Because of the way joints work, the pressure in your knee joints is more than your body weight when you walk. Even a small weight loss can make a big difference to your joints. It is important to remember that there are a lot of things that are in fact within our control when it comes to this disease. Eating well, exercising and managing stress are all things that can lessen the risk of developing arthritis. For those already suffering from the disease, the same is true. Eating well, exercising and managing stress as well as pain can help ease the symptoms, allowing sufferers of the disease to continue to live their lives to the fullest.

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The Walk to Fight Arthritis is the Society’s signature event. In June every year, walks take place in 23 communities across Canada, including both Regina and Saskatoon. Smaller centers participate with virtual walks. These raise money for research and programming related to arthritis.

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The importance of more research and programming for arthritis is pivotal given that, it is very likely that everyone will develop some type of arthritis. Contrary to popular misconceptions, arthritis does not just affect the elderly. While seniors are more affected, young adults and children can develop arthritis. Juvenile arthritis often takes a long time to diagnose because many people don’t realize that the illness doesn’t discriminate against age. In Canada, approximately 10,000 children under 16 years old suffer from juvenile arthritis.

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Regardless of age, arthritis doesn’t need to stop people from living their lives. Pain can be managed through proper medication, relaxation techniques, good sleep habits, a balanced diet and exercise. While not advisable during bouts of chronic pain, building strength, energy and flexibility slowly and steadily can go a long way to decrease discomfort.

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Diet can also play a part in managing arthritis. Current research has shown that including omega-3 fatty acids found in foods like salmon, trout, seeds and nuts is likely beneficial for those with an inflammatory type of arthritis. People who eat plenty of fresh fruit

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There’s a new group capturing the hearts and minds of Canadian women. They call themselves Jewels. Why? Because jewels are precious and nothing is more precious than a dear friend, except, perhaps one’s family. These elegant ladies are members of the Crown Jewels of Canada Society (CJCS). They are a national non-profit organization described as “women dedicated to fun, friendship and support, while uniting women across Canada.” They came out in the early morning hours to cheer on their friend, Sylvia Jurys of B.C. while she ran with the Olympic Torch; they support their friends dealing with medical and family crises. Jewels gather yearly for a national convention hosted by a different province every year. Throughout the year there are smaller provincial gatherings, conventions, spa weekends, Jalopy Jaunt Car Rallies, fashion shows, elegant teas, pool parties, murder mystery parties, lunches in local restaurants and gatherings in member’s homes. It doesn’t matter what they are up to, the one thing you know for sure is that wherever they gather, you’ll hear much laughter and see smiles on their faces. They’ve left their reality at home for a few hours. It’s time for a time out. All this for just $5.00 a year! You might have noticed them. Groups of women laughing and enjoying themselves, dressed as though they were off to tea with the Queen. They’re all decked out in fancy hats or maybe even a tiara. Look closely at these women dressed in combinations of red, white and purple. That hat may be an old lamp shade, shoulder pads or even a bra! “Besides the colourful clothes and the hats, we love our bling,” said one Jewel. “The more bling, the happier we are.” No matter what is on their heads, they are definitely having a wonderful time. “The Crown Jewels started with a group of ladies in Kelowna, B.C. who wanted very much to create a women’s social network that was truly and totally Canadian,” said Nova Scotia Crown Jewels representative and board member Linda Cummings. The Crown Jewels Society of Canada began as a dream in January 2009. In the spring of 2009, Lynda Millard met with a lawyer and by July they had an official name approved by Ottawa. The Society was incorporated as a federal non-profit organization October 1, 2009. There are now chapters all across the country. CJCS is run by its members, each with the right to a vote at the Annual General Meeting. Each province is represented by a provincial representative or has a member who sits on the Board of Directors. This person is actively involved in the Society and its decision making, representing her province’s members. One way women can connect is on the member’s website, where each province and every member has their own web page. There are support groups, craft groups, recipe groups, event groups, and a place to share stories and jokes. Members can write a blog and post photos and videos of their activities. The Society is also on Facebook. Chapter leaders are referred to as the Queen. Many areas have a Royal Court which brings together all the local Queens for discussion, friendship and planning events. Membership is open to any adult woman and so far membership has grown by word of mouth; one friend invites another to join. The Crown Jewels rules are simple. First, wear something on your head; second wear our colours (red, white and purple); third, pay your dues; and fourth, have fun! Every chapter has its own personality. One group was founded from ladies belonging to a local Newcomers Club, another group in Alberta is comprised of I.C.U. nurses who work together, while another one is members of a quilting group. One member put it simply: “You get to embrace your inner child.” Women traditionally spend a lifetime taking care of their families, and/or working, but rarely take time for themselves. Millard remembers the day 30 years ago when friend asked her “What do you do for you?” She says she didn’t get it at the time. She thought her life fulfilled by taking care of her husband and children. Taking time to play seemed selfish. Now that her children have left the nest, she believes there’s nothing selfish about taking time to have fun and spending time with friends. “Women have spent a lifetime taking care of their families, homes, jobs, but all too often forget to take care of themselves. We like to encourage them to take some ‘me’ time,” says Millard. Every September hundreds of Jewels join together for a long weekend of fun at their annual convention. So far, they’ve had conventions in British Columbia and Manitoba. Plans are well under way for the 2012 convention in Saskatchewan, to be followed in 2013 in Alberta. “Every friend is a Jewel and every Jewel is precious” says Millard. Contact Information: Crown Jewels of Canada Society P.O. Box 29012, Okanagan Mission RPO, Kelowna B.C. V1W 4N2 www.crownjewelsofcanada.com info@crownjewelsofcanada.com 1-855-870-2410

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School supplies have been staring eerily at us from store shelves since the first week in July. The Sears Fall/Winter Catalogue landed on my porch sometime in June. Summer seems to fly by. Now, with fall actually upon us, and the start of a new school year along with it, our attention turns to school supplies, new clothes, and school-appropriate lunches. Life is busy and making healthful food choices for you and your children can be a challenge. There are many pre-packaged, microwavable, quick food options. These aren’t necessarily the best fuel for the body. Planning back to school lunches doesn’t have to be stressful for moms. So what can you prepare for lunch time that will be nutritious, appealing, and easy to organize?

completely rule juices out as an option, though. Fruit juices with no sugar added are a far healthier choice than pop, sports drinks, or juice blends. New juice products on the market claim to have a full serving of fruit or veggies, sometimes both, in a single serving. Read the label to make the best food choices for your family. The same advice is true for any food product. You want to be aware of other things, like sugar, sodium and saturated fat content. Although the Food Guide is workable for those with special dietary needs, Health Canada refers those looking for this type of information to the Dieticians of Canada website to obtain additional dietary guidance. (http://www.dietitians.ca/)

Let’s go back to the basics and review the Canada Food Guide to There is a wealth of information on the Dieticians of Canada weblay the foundation for healthy eating. Health Canada has a com- site about lunch options for kids. One of their fact sheets suggests prehensive website providing information for men, women, preg- parents work together with their children to plan lunches. This ennant women and children (http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food- courages your child to take ownership by choosing foods they like guide-aliment/index-eng.php). This up-to-date Food Guide also to eat. From the categories listed, each with several food options, includes a “Eating Well with Canada Food Guide-First Nation’s, your child builds their own lunch from a number of healthy options. Inuit, Metis” version, which acknowledges cultural differences. In Barb Wright, the Public Health Nutritionist for Sun Country Health addition, the Food Guide is available in 10 languages, inRegion in Estevan, promotes your kid’s involvement in menu plancluding French, Arabic, and Chinese. Anning. In her house, Wright has a drawer in other great option the kitchen with everything her family needs on the site is “My Watch for terms like punch, to make lunches. Wright suggests “ensurbeverage, ade, cocktail or Food Guide”. This ing the appropriate gear is available - lunch drink on “juice” products. allows you to answer These terms usually mean kits, plastic containers, thermoses and 5-6 a series of ‘check the that the product is mostly cooler packs in the freezer.” Kids who are box’ questions about sugar and water, not real juice involved in choosing foods, planning their food and fitness in orlunch menu, and preparing it are more likely der to create a food to invest in healthy eating because they’ve had input in the process guide tailored to your preferences. The from the start. end result can be downloaded or printed for future reference. Knowing the food rules at home can make all the difference acThe Food Guide promotes eating your veggies, fruits, whole grains, milk or alternatives as well as meat or alternatives. Fresh, frozen or canned fruits are preferable to 100% fruit juices. Don’t 42 |

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cording to Wright. She suggests that parents ask themselves what the standards are in their house. Know how to work around packaged foods. Popular foods like granola bars are packaged in boxes touting peanut-free labels. We then think they are healthy. In reality, most are highly processed and filled with sugars like corn syrup or fructose. Like other child-marketed snacks, granola bars should be considered occasional foods for school lunches. Moderation is the key. Wright indicates that “lunch and breakfast are really important for academic success. Behavior issues in school could very well be because they (students) haven’t eaten well. Lack of quality food or cereals containing a lot of sugar can impact a child’s ability to hold

their attention in school.” Further, “fruit snacks contain very minimal amounts of fruit juice, if any, and are bad for the teeth. They don’t contain the nutrients kids need during school. Even fruit flavoured yogurt has a lot of sugar.” The solution is to buy larger containers of both fruit flavoured and plain yogurts then mixing them together in single servings for school lunches. Deciding to be proactive with the school is another way to ensure you provide healthy food options for your family. Wright indicates many schools have instituted a ‘healthy food policy’. She points out that most school canteens are meant to supplement lunch not substitute for the lunch a child brings from home. An integral part of Wrights job, she shares, is to “try to help the schools to supply the healthier foods in their canteens. We have tools to help the school; one is the Healthy Foods for my School booklet.” (http://www.health.gov.sk.ca/healthy-foods-for-my-school) The start of the school year also coincides with the start of extra-curricular activities. This impacts time parents have in the evenings to prepare school lunches. However, by instituting some of the tips already shared, like half the battle is won. Other easy strategies include cutting up extra veggies during supper preparation to put aside for next day’s lunch. You can also pre-package for the coming week foods like pretzels, crackers, raisins, and seeds. Decide what works best for your family. Many schools offer ‘milk cards’ that allow you to purchase white and/or chocolate milk for your child at school. This means one less item to bring from home and assured access to a healthier beverage alternative at school. There are plenty of sources for lunch ideas for busy moms. Bento-ware a food container company offers a weekly newsletter as well as a menu library featuring recipes for every season, in addition to 365 lunch ideas on their site. (http://www.laptoplunches.com/bento-menus/.) Signing up for newsletters is one way for information to flow to you rather than searching it out. The Food Network (www.foodnetwork.ca) also features lunches for children with unique and interesting recipe ideas. The company Emeals provides a 3-step meal preparation program. Once a membership has been purchased you choose a plan, print the grocery list required to do your shopping and prepare your meals from the recipes provided. (http://www. emeals.com/) With the variety of resources available to cater to food preferences, alternative meal requirements, along with tips and strategies, moms can locate an abundance of school lunch ideas. No internet at home may require a visit your local library. Alternatively, you can contact the public health nutritionist in your area for more information on preparing healthy lunches. Families who eat healthy diets combined with daily exercise will find they have increased energy and feel healthier in mind and body. Moms, who model healthy eating habits, will reap the benefits not only for their children but for themselves.

Healthy Lunch Tips How do you get kids to eat a healthy lunch? There are many ways to make healthy eating fun and more convenient. Try some of these trickswith your kids: Have children decorate their lunch bags with drawings and stickersSend along a note or cartoon as a surprise Get your children to help prepare lunches Healthy School Lunches When planning lunches, keep Canada’s Food Guide to Healthy Eating in mind. Aim for at least one serving from each of the 4 food groups! Higher fat and sugary snacks such as potato chips, cheese puffs, fruit flavored beverages and pop may be added to lunches in moderation but be sure to balance with foods from the 4 food groups!! Beverages for School Lunches A cool carton of milk is a healthy choice for a lunch beverage. Some schools have a milk program available. Check with your school to see if your school is participating! If a school milk program is not available, you can send milk in a Thermos. Or send water or 100% fruit juice. Vegetables and Fruit for Lunches At least 5 servings of vegetables and fruit each day are recommended. Some ways to help kids get their “5 a day” include: Add vegetables and fruit to baking whenever possible (for example, muffins, breads, and pancakes). Serve vegetables and fruit in new ways to help your kids find something they like. Energy Bars for Lunch? Energy bars such as Power Bars®, Body Smarts®, and Vector Bars® are portable and convenient, however, they are also expensive (some cost more than $2.00 per bar). There are cheaper snacks available that are convenient and tasty, such as crackers and cheese, whole grain toast and peanut butter (check to see if your school is peanut-free) or fruit and cereal. If other healthy snacks are not available, energy bars can be an acceptable substitute! Peanut Alert: Lunch Ideas If your school has been declared “Peanut-free” it can be challenging to come up with lunch ideas. Here are some choices you may have: Meat sandwiches on whole grain bread, Pizza bagels, buns or English muffins, Soft tacos or bean and rice burritos, Chili and a bun, Pasta and sauce Read labels to be sure items are peanut-free!

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Do You Own a Healthy Mix of Investments? A proper diet and regular exercise are widely regarded as essential components of a healthy lifestyle. This often includes reading food labels or examining ingredients to ensure that what you’re eating is right for you. A similar approach should be taken when it comes to investing. A key element of a successful investment strategy is making sure you own the right investments, in the right proportion, that align with your long-term needs and goals. This includes regularly checking the “ingredients” in your portfolio to ensure you own a mix of stocks and bonds that’s right for you.

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15 /mo.

New coNstructioN & resale Homes

New Crawford Homes showhome now open in White City. 1302 Sq. ft. Plus developed basement

Address: 40 Emerald Ridge East, Bower Estates, White City Showroom Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7 to 9 pm Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 1 to 5 pm

Other showhomes: 4813 Upson road, Harber Landing ---------------------------------------8702 Sherwood Drive, Edgewater (Westhill)

(306)525-9801

info@crawfordhomes.ca

533 Victoria Ave.|Regina, Sk.|Canada S4N 0P8

Crawford Realty